If God is leading you to Cedarville, nothing should get in the way of this life-transforming opportunity. Discover generous financial aid — both merit-based and need-based University scholarships — that will help you make your goals a reality. To fill in the gaps, explore student employment, private education loans, and payment plans.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for 2025–26 is available for use. For more information about the FAFSA and to begin your application, visit fafsa.gov. [Updated December 18, 2024]
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100% of incoming freshmen receive financial aid
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1700+ current student employees
Ways to Fund Your Cedarville Education:
Online students: Note that you are only eligible for federal aid, state aid, outside scholarships, and loans.
Applying for Financial Aid
That's it! After you've applied and completed the FAFSA, Cedarville will receive the results and notify you if more information is needed. Once properly completed, Cedarville will send you a financial aid offer. You'll receive an academic scholarship based on your application materials (residential students), and the FAFSA will help determine your need-based aid (all students). Beginning in January, you'll be notified of your aid offer.
Financial Aid Timeline
November–December
- Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA any time after the federal government releases the form.
- Create student and parent StudentAid.gov accounts. You'll use these to complete the FAFSA.
- Complete the FAFSA online. Include Cedarville's federal school code: 003025.
- Need help? View tips for completing the FAFSA.
January–May
- Review your financial aid offer. Cedarville plans to send award notifications starting in January.
- Maximize your scholarship opportunities by submitting any improved academic documents (high school transcript, ACT, or SAT score) by April 30.
- Make your final college decision!
- Submit your reservation deposit.
June–August
- Receive your class schedule and first invoice.
- Join the Cedarville family!
- Residential students, you'll attend Getting Started during your first weekend on campus.
Online students: Classes begin in August, October, January, March, May, and June so you have the flexibility to begin coursework whenever you are ready!
Types of Financial Aid
Gift Aid
Awards that don't have to be paid back, like scholarships and grants.
Self-Help Aid
Awards that require something in return in order for the student to receive funds, such as loans and student employment.
- Loans: Must be repaid according to the terms and conditions of each loan.
- Employment: The student works a job and is paid as part of student payroll for the hours worked. Wages are deposited directly into their bank account.
Are you a dependent of a Cedarville University employee? Explore tuition remission.
If you or your family have special circumstances, please contact Financial Aid. We'll work with you to review your situation and determine if we're able to provide additional assistance to you.
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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!View Cost Details
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Billing and Payment
The Cashier's Office handles student billing and processes payments. Each student has a unique account, making it easy to see your summary of charges and payments made to the University.View Payment Options