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.
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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:
Applying for Financial Aid
That's it! After you've applied and completed the FAFSA, Cedarville will receive the results and notify you if additional 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, and the FAFSA will help determine your need-based aid. Beginning in January, you'll be notified of your aid package.
Financial Aid Timeline
December
- Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA, which will open on or before December 1, 2024.
- 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 package. 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 by May 1.
June–August
- Receive your class schedule and first invoice.
- Attend Getting Started and join the Cedarville family!
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