Graduate Financial Aid

Costs

The cost for Master level classes is $710 per credit.

Federal Direct Loans

Students must be enrolled at least half-time each semester and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be eligible for federal direct loans. 

Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan

The Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan is a fixed interest rate loan made by the U.S. Department of Education to graduate students. Interest accrues on the loan while the student is enrolled. The student has the option to pay the interest while in school or allow it to accrue. Interest rate information is found at Interest Rates and Fees for Federal Student Loans.

Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan amounts are based on cost of attendance less any other financial aid. Annual limits are based on cost of attendance and vary in amount with the maximum set at $20,500 at the graduate level.

Graduate PLUS Loan

The Graduate PLUS Loan is a fixed interest rate loan made by the U.S. Department of Education via the Direct Loan program to graduate students. Interest accrues while the student is enrolled. The student has the option to pay the interest while in school or allow it to accrue. Interest rate information is found at Interest Rates and Fees for Federal Student Loans.

The Graduate PLUS Loan application process requires a credit check on the student-borrower. If declined, the borrower may apply with an endorser. The Graduate PLUS Loans are based on cost of attendance less any other financial aid. Annual limits are based on cost of attendance less other financial aid received.