Graduate Students

Students enrolled on at least a half-time basis (at least three credits) in an eligible program may apply for Federal Work Study, Federal Direct Stafford Student Loan and Direct Plus Loan for Graduate Students. Teaching fellowships, teaching assistantships and research assistantships are also available to graduate students. Application for assistantships must be made to the Graduate Office.

Required Documents For Aid Applicants
In addition to the work study and/or loan application, all graduate students applying for either financial aid program must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).  The University's Title IV School Code to be uses on the FAFSA is 003384.

Grade level and loan eligibility for Graduate Students
The grade level maximum Stafford Loan for graduate students is $8,500. The grade level maximum for the additional Unsubsidized Stafford Loan for graduate students is $12,000.

Enrollment Status for Graduate Students
Graduate students are considered to be full-time students if enrolled for a minimum of six credits per semester. Students who are enrolled for a minimum of three credits per semester or session are considered to be half-time students.
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