We know finances are one of your biggest concerns as you are returning to college, here are a few resources to get you started thinking about how to pay for your degree
Financial Aid
Financial aid includes funds in the form of grants, scholarships, work study or loans that are made available to students and their families. These funds are designed to assist students and their families with college costs.
The Financial Aid Office provides a variety of services for all GVSU students. Their website provides many resources, and counselors are available by phone, online chat, and walk-in appointments.
This video provides a step-by-step guide to filling out the FAFSA
Grand Valley has scholarships available specifically for adult and nontraditional students. While you're at this site, consider changing the search filters and see what other scholarships you may be eligible for. Consider using words like "nontraditional", "adult", and "transfer". Here are some popular ones you may want to look at:
Grand Forum Scholarship for continuing education
Judy and Allen Whipps LEADS Integrative Studies Scholarship
Margaret "Peggy" Boyce Nontraditional Student Scholarship
Thomas A. & Cheryl L. Butcher Non-traditional Student Scholarships
Center for Women and Gender Equity Nontraditional Scholarship
Company Deferment Plan
Many companies offer tuition assistance. Talk with your employer to see if you qualify for any educational benefits. GVSU offers a special financing program for students who qualify for their employer's tuition reimbursement program that allows the amount of tuition and fees paid for by the employer to be deferred until the end of the semester. More information, including the application and requirements, can be found on our student accounts website.
Tax Credit Information
Additional Tax Credit information:
U.S. Department of Education Federal Student Aid information