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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
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Billing and Payment
The Cashier's Office is responsible for the billing and payment process of all students. Each student has a student account, which summarizes all charges and payments made for University services. The transactions in this account accumulate over the entire enrollment period at Cedarville University.
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Donor-Funded Scholarships
Donor-funded scholarships allow donors to meet individual student needs or recognize academic achievement through annually funded or endowed named scholarships.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Forms and Resources
Find helpful forms and resources you may need when accessing financial aid.
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Private Educational Loan
Private Educational Loans (PVL) are credit-based private loans that are obtained through a lending institution of your choice.
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SNAP* Benefits
Students may be able to apply for food assistance benefits through their state aid office in their county of residence.
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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!
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Military Financial Aid
Cedarville welcomes student veterans, active duty servicemembers, National Guard and Reserve servicemembers, ROTC cadets, and military dependents as a part of our campus community. Learn more about the available scholarships and resources here.