Financial Aid
We look forward to assisting you with your financial aid related questions. Remember: Parents must provide the privacy permission code word to discuss student specific information. We recommend the following options to best serve you:
- Quick questions: Email Financial Aid with student name and ID in subject line (1-3 business days for response)
- Detailed questions: Review Contact Us webpage to schedule an appointment
via phone or Zoom (schedule 24 hours ahead)
Financial Aid - Self-Service
Students may view their financial aid online.
Once logged in, simply select the 'financial aid' option to review specific financial aid information and take action:
- Complete any missing or required documents (FAFSA Verification, Loan MPN/Entrance Counseling, etc.)
- Record your loan decision(s) if packaged with direct loans
Cedarville University is committed to making its high-quality, Christian education affordable and accessible for undergraduate and graduate students. Along with competitive costs, Cedarville offers a range of financial aid options to assist students and their families.
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Helpful Resources
Billing and Payment
The Cashier's Office is responsible for the billing and payment process. Each student has an account that summarizes all charges and payments made for University services. The transactions in this account accumulate over the entire enrollment period at Cedarville University.
Donor-Funded Scholarships
You may benefit from a donor-funded scholarship. Cedarville has hundreds of generous friends who have established annually funded or endowed named scholarships to meet students' needs and recognize academic achievements.
Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan
Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loans are fixed-rate loans available to degree-seeking graduate or professional students enrolled at least half-time in courses that are degree-applicable.
Federal Direct Graduate Unsubsidized Loan
Federal Direct Graduate Unsubsidized Loans are fixed-rate loans available to degree-seeking graduate or professional students enrolled at least half-time in courses that are degree-applicable.
Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan
Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loans are fixed-rate loans available to parents of degree-seeking dependent undergraduate students enrolled at least half-time in courses that are degree-applicable.
Federal Direct Undergraduate Student Loan
Federal Direct Undergraduate Student Loans are fixed-rate loans available to degree-seeking students enrolled at least half-time in courses that are degree-applicable.
Federal Nursing Loan
Federal Nursing Loans are awarded to undergraduate nursing majors who demonstrate financial need and are enrolled at least half-time in courses that are degree-applicable.
Forms and Resources
Find helpful forms and resources you may need when accessing financial aid.
Private Educational Loan
Private Educational Loans (PVL) are credit-based private loans that are obtained through a lending institution of your choice.
SNAP* Benefits
Students may be able to apply for food assistance benefits through their state aid office in their county of residence.
Undergraduate Costs
You'll find that Cedarville University is one of the most affordable private, Christian universities in the country. Cedarville is an excellent value!
Military Financial Aid
Cedarville welcomes student veterans, active duty service members, National Guard and Reserve service members, ROTC cadets, and military dependents as a part of our campus community. Learn more about the available scholarships and resources here.