Admissions

Get Started as a New Student

To apply as a new student, find the category below that best describes your situation and follow the directions beneath.

You'd like to earn an associate degree or certificate and may want to transfer to a four-year college or university to continue your education. That's fantastic! This is how you start to meet your goals:
1. Create Your Unique Application Account
  Note: You will continue to use this account for any future admission applications.
2. Complete and Submit the Application
  Submit one application for the term that you wish to start at CT State. If you wish to change your program after application submission, contact us at CTState-Admissions@ct.edu.
3. Upload Proof of High School Completion
  This can be a final high school transcript, high school diploma or high school equivalency.
4. Upload Your Immunizations
  Print the form from your account page (accessible after you have submitted the application), have your physician complete it with a signature, and upload it to your account.
Don't worry, if you get stuck on a step, we will be in constant contact with you during your admission process!

After we receive all your items, we will do our part, admit you and then communicate the next steps to enrollment.

Please note that other supplemental items may be required for admission if you are an international student, seeking admission to a selective nursing and health career program, or a veteran.
If you only want to take a few courses and decide on your degree later, this option is for you. Non-degree students are not eligible for financial aid or for the free tuition program. If you know you want to pursue a degree or certificate but need help figuring out a good program fit, make an appointment to speak with an admission recruiter at CTState-AdmissionsRecruitment@ct.edu

Take These First Steps:
1. Create Your Unique Application Account
  Note: You will continue to use this account for any future admission applications.
2. Select “Non-Degree” as Your Academic Program
  This can be found after choosing an area of study.
3. Complete and Submit Your Admissions Application
4. Check for Required Supplemental Form(s) Needed to Finish Your Application
  These forms can be found in your admissions account.
Email communication will follow shortly after admission with next steps to register for courses.
You are considered an international student if any one of the following applies to you:
- You are not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States and will require an F-1 student visa to reside and study in the US
- You are applying as an F-1 transfer student from another US college or university
- You are already in the US on a valid nonimmigrant visa and want to change to F-1 student status
Learn How to Attend CT State as an International Student

Questions?

Book an appointment with a recruitment and outreach specialist to get answers to all your enrollment questions and help starting your application for admission!

Get In-Person Help

New Student

Checklist for Success

As you move through the process of applying and registering for your first classes as a new student, use this checklist to ensure you've completed all necessary steps.

Apply for Admission
Apply for Financial Aid (optional)
Set Up and Log Into Your myCTState Account
Complete New Student Online Orientation
Meet With Your Guided Pathways Advisor
Register for Classes and Print Your Class Schedule
Pay Your Tuition and Fees
Get Your Textbooks
Get Your College Photo ID
Attend an In-Person New Student Orientation on Your Home Campus

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FAFSA Simplification

Beginning in the 2024–2025 aid year, the U.S. Department of Education has introduced the FAFSA Simplification Act, which streamlines the financial aid application process for students and families. These changes have carried forward into the 2025-2026 award year.

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FAFSA Release Date

The 2025-2026 FAFSA is now available at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa!

When Schools Receive Your FAFSA

CT State will begin reviewing financial aid applications in early Spring 2025.

Benefits of FAFSA Simplification

Fewer questions and the form will be streamlined
A more user-friendly experience
Expanded eligibility for federal student aid
Reduced barriers for certain student populations*

*Includes homeless and unaccompanied youth, incarcerated students, English language learners, and students from low-income backgrounds.

Changes to the 2025–2026 FAFSA and Financial Aid Process

The Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) has been replaced by the Student Aid Index (SAI), a different way to determine eligibility.
Tax information will be directly imported into the FAFSA.
SAI will no longer consider the number of students in college. This may reduce need-based aid eligibility for current students with siblings in college.
Students will be able to list up to 20 colleges/universities on the FAFSA.
Each Contributor (student, student's spouse, parent(s), and/or stepparent) will have to provide consent to complete the FAFSA. If any contributors do not provide their consent, the SAI will not be calculated, and eligibility for financial aid cannot be determined.
Parents without a Social Security Number will be able to apply for an FSA ID. This will speed up the FAFSA processing time, as they'll be able to submit the form online rather than having to print, sign, and mail it in.
For students whose parents are separated or divorced, the guidance on which parent income to report has changed to the parent who provides the most financial support for the student rather than the parent the student lived with the most.
Students who are considered independent due to homelessness or qualifying dependency override no longer need to recertify their dependency status each year unless their situation changes.
When required, families must now report the value of their small business or family farm.

FAFSA Terminology Changes

Contributor
A new term introduced on the 2024–25 FAFSA form, Contributor refers to anyone asked to provide information on a student's FAFSA form (i.e., the student, the student's spouse, a biological or adopted parent, or the parent's spouse).

FAFSA Privacy Act Consent
Formal consent provided by an applicant and any applicable contributor(s) for a given FAFSA cycle (e.g., December 2024 to September 2026 for the 2025–26 FAFSA form) that meets the statutory requirements of collecting and using an individual's personally identifiable information.

FAFSA Submission Summary
Replaces the Student Aid Report (SAR) as the student's output document, providing a summary of data input on the FAFSA form.

Family Size
Replaces the term "household size" on the FAFSA form.

Federal Tax Information (FTI)
The data and information related to federal tax paying. It includes a return or return information received directly from the IRS or obtained through an authorized secondary source such as the U.S. Department of Education.

Student Aid Index (SAI)
Replaces the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) as a formal evaluation of a student's approximate financial resources to contribute toward their postsecondary education for a specific award year.

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Scholarships and Grants

Posted in Admissions.

Temp Last Modified: 2025-02-25

Cost should never be a barrier to college. We’re here to help!

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CT State's low tuition makes earning a degree, certificate, or college credit very affordable.

We always encourage our students to complete a FAFSA each year as a first form of payment. Many of our students qualify for financial aid grants that come from federal, state, and institutional resources that are only available when you complete a FAFSA. Other students seek out private scholarships from national, state, or local agencies that are sent directly to our college.

There are many free resources available to assist you in your search to lower your college costs. Start your search for scholarships by browsing through the following scholarship search engines. Make sure you review the requirements of each scholarship to see if you qualify!

We always have outside organizations contact us with scholarship opportunities. Make sure you check in with the financial aid office frequently for any updates. If you have a scholarship suggestion for this list, please email steven.mcdowell@ctstate.edu.

Scholarship Name	Category	Link
Asnuntuck Foundation Campus Foundation search for students whose home campus is Asnuntuck	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Bridges Healthcare (Multiple Scholarships) For students residing in Ansonia, Bethany, Derby, Milford, Orange, Seymour, Shelton, Stratford, West Haven, or Woodbridge OR for students who are a Bridges employee, or spouse, child, grandchild, extended family, or friend of a Bridges employee.	CT State Campus Foundations	Local Scholarship
Capital Foundation Campus Foundation search for students whose home campus is Capital	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Gateway Foundation Campus Foundation search for students whose home campus is Gateway	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Housatonic Foundation Campus Foundation search for students whose home campus is Housatonic	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Manchester Foundation Campus Foundation search for students whose home campus is Manchester	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Middlesex Foundation Campus Foundation search for students whose home campus is Middlesex	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Naugatuck Valley Foundation Campus Foundation search for students whose home campus is Naugatuck Valley	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Northwestern Foundation Campus Foundation search for students whose home campus is Northwestern	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Norwalk Foundation Campus Foundation search for students whose home campus is Norwalk	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Quinebaug Valley Foundation Campus Foundation search for students whose home campus is Quinebaug Valley	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Three Rivers Foundation Campus Foundation search for students whose home campus is Three Rivers	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Tunxis Foundation Campus Foundation search for students whose home campus is Tunxis	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Appily	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
Big Future	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
Bold	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
CareerOneStop	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
CollegeScholarships.org	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
FastWeb	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
Going Merry	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
Niche	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
Open Education Database	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
RaiseMe	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
Registered Nursing	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
Scholarship America	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
Scholarship Owl	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
Scholarships.com	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
Scholarships360	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
Scholly	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
Unigo	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
American Association of University Women - Lower CT Valley For female residents of Middlesex or New London county pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree	Local Scholarships	Read more
American Savings Foundation Provides the largest independent college scholarship program from a single source of funds in the State of Connecticut	Local Scholarships	Read more
CHESLA Scholarship Program - Certificate Scholarship For students pursuing a healthcare, manufacturing, or CT ARC teaching certificate	Local Scholarships	Read more
CHESLA Scholarship Program - Undergraduate Scholarship For undergraduate students	Local Scholarships	Read more
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Source for more than 130 scholarships in the Foundation's 42-town service region	Local Scholarships	Read more
Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics Scholarship Program of Central Connecticut For students whose home campus is Manchester or Tunxis and majoring in computer science, mathematics, or physics disciplines	Local Scholarships	Read more
Connecticut Broadcasters Association Scholarship For Connecticut residents pursuing broadcasting-related credentials	Local Scholarships	Read more
Connecticut Environmental Health Association For CEHA members and their children/spouses	Local Scholarships	Read more
CT Architecture Foundation For students pursuing an architecture-related program	Local Scholarships	Read more
CT Association for Latinos in Higher Education For undergraduate students who identify as Latino	Local Scholarships	Read more
CT Association of Professional Financial Aid Administrators For undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at Connecticut-based institution	Local Scholarships	Read more
CT Talent Assistance Cooperative For documented CONNTAC-EOC clients	Local Scholarships	Read more
Easter Seals of Greater Waterbury Community Outreach Scholarship Program Easter Seals of Greater Waterbury Community Outreach Scholarship Program	Local Scholarships	Read more
Environmental Professionals Organization of Connecticut For Connecticut residents or an immediate family member of an EPOC member in good standing	Local Scholarships	Read more
French-Canadian Genealogical Society of Connecticut For graduating high school seniors or society members	Local Scholarships	Read more
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving View the Foundation's scholarship portal	Local Scholarships	Read more
Holly Scanlan Foundation For Connecticut or Minnesota residents who have had an immediate family member with a serious cancer diagnosis	Local Scholarships	Read more
Judith McCann Heiser Nursing Scholarship For residents of Essex, Chester, Deep River, Old Saybrook, Old Lyme, and East Lyme who are planning to pursue a career in nursing	Local Scholarships	Read more
Litchfield Bar Association Scholarship For residents of the Litchfield Judicial District who are planning to attend, or are currently attending, an accredited law school	Local Scholarships	Read more
NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium For full-time undergraduate students at a consortium member institution with a strong academic record	Local Scholarships	Read more
National Science Foundation S-STEM Scholarship For Norwalk students enrolled in the Engineering Science Degree	Local Scholarships	Read more
Richard 'Dik' Days Scholarship For CT residents enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university. This scholarship is posted upon availability.	Local Scholarships	Read more
Federated Garden Club of Connecticut For Connecticut residents entering their junior or senior year in any certified college or university and studying Agronomy, Botany, City Planning, Conservation, Environmental Studies, Floriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Land Management, Landscape Design, Plant Pathology, or allied subject	Local Scholarships	Read more
The Tyzska Scholarship For students with demonstrated activities to promote social justice and the ability to work with people of color, immigrants, the LGBTQ+ community, and/or the economically disadvantaged.	Local Scholarships	Read more
Town and Country Club Scholarship Fund For Hartford-area women aged 25 and older who are actively pursuing an undergraduate college degree at a college in the Greater Hartford area	Local Scholarships	Read more
Accounting and Financial Women's Alliance Scholarships For women in accounting and finance programs	National Scholarships	Read more
Addiction Resource Scholarship For students pursuing a degree program	National Scholarships	Read more
ARRL Foundation Scholarship For amateur radio operators pursuing higher education	National Scholarships	Read more
Ayn Rand Institute Scholarship Open to all college students	National Scholarships	Read more
Big Y Scholarship Program Annual scholarship recognizing academic merit and achievement	National Scholarships	Read more
CNC Machines Scholarships for veterans and CNC students	National Scholarships	Read more
EDCO Awards Scholarship Open to all college students	National Scholarships	Read more
Gates Millenium Scholarship Program For African American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students studying computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science	National Scholarships	Read more
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship for undergraduate transfer students	National Scholarships	Read more
Jean Rankin Foundation Unrestricted non-tuition grants for students who identify as women, nonbinary, or Two-Spirit and demonstrate financial need	National Scholarships	Read more
League of United Latin American Citizens For Hispanic students who are high school seniors or undergraduate college students	National Scholarships	Read more
Main Street Community Foundation Administers over 90 named scholarship funds	National Scholarships	Read more
Mensa Foundation Scholarship Open to all college students	National Scholarships	Read more
Mesothelioma.com Scholarship For students whose lives have been affected by any type of cancer	National Scholarships	Read more
Nordson Builds Scholarship Program For students pursuing manufacturing majors and whose residents or college is near a Norson facility	National Scholarships	Read more
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Open to all Phi Theta Kappa members	National Scholarships	Read more
Rhodes Scholarships For US citizens and lawful permanent residents	National Scholarships	Read more
SBM Charitable Foundation Awards scholarships to students selected on the basis of financial need, school and community activities, and academic achievement	National Scholarships	Read more
Milton Fisher Scholarship For exceptionally innovative and creative high school seniors and first-time college freshman who have solved an artistic, scientific, or technical problem in a new or unusual way, or who has come up with a distinctive solution to problems faced by your school, community, or family	National Scholarships	Read more
The Roothbert Fund Scholarship For undergraduates with one year of college completed, reside or attend college in Connecticut, and whose daily actions are guided by spiritual values	National Scholarships	Read more
Transgender First National Scholarship Open to all transgender college students	National Scholarships	Read more
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Provides need-based scholarships to military children	Military Scholarships	Read more
Navy ROTC Scholarship Program For qualifying students who graduate from high school before August 1st of the year they intend to start college	Military Scholarships	Read more
CT Students for a Dream A scholarship resource for Connecticut's undocumented students	Undocumented Students	Read more
Immigrants Rising A scholarship resource that does not require proof of US citizenship	Undocumented Students	Read more
TheDream.us National Scholarship For undocumented students with or without DACA or TPS	Undocumented Students	Read more
FinAid Provides various scholarship listings, including featured providers and groups	Scholarship Search Engines	Read more
UPromise Provides college savings plans and cash rewards targeted at paying down student loans	National Scholarships	Read more
SOAR@CTStateTunxis An experiential learning opportunity designed to enhance key leadership, critical thinking, and networking skills. Up to two SOAR Scholars are selected each academic year.	Local Scholarships	Application Form (Application Deadline: December 6, 2024)
Dominion Nuclear Scholarships Dominion Nuclear Connecticut supports promising candidates for the Nuclear Engineering Technology program at CT State Three Rivers with up to sixteen two-year scholarship awards.	CT State Campus Foundations	Read more
Tyszka Scholarship The Tyszka Scholarship supports a college student whose goals are to promote social change. It was created to honor Bill and Marilyn Tyszka who spent decades building union strength and working toward a more just society.	National Scholarships	Read more
Professional Women in Construction – CT Chapter For students enrolled in undergraduate degree programs for Construction, Construction Management, Interior Design, Architecture, Landscape Design or Civil, Mechanical, Structural, and Electrical Engineering.	Local Scholarships	Professional Women in Construction – CT Chapter
Jeffrey Wendel Scholarship Mr. Wendel encourages all eligible students to apply for the Jeffrey Wendel Scholarship and join a community of future leaders committed to making a positive impact upon the world.	National Scholarships	Read more
American Association of University Women (AAUW) - Bridgeport Branch For local women, of all ages, who identify as female	Local Scholarships	Read more
Middlesex Hospital - Vocal Chords Scholarship For high school seniors pursuing music or nursing careers	Local Scholarships	Read more
Nordson BUILDS Scholarship Program For students pursuing manufacturing, business, information technology, and STEM related majors.	National Scholarships	Read more
Max Cares Foundation For students from the Greater Hartford, CT and Greater Springfield, MA pursuing careers in the culinary arts or hospitality industries.	Local Scholarships	Read more
Spokeo Artificial Intelligence Scholarship For students accepted to a college or university for Fall 2025	National Scholarships	Read more
Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (CT Section) For students pursuing a degree in engineering, construction, management, or similar program directed toward working in the construction or engineering profession.	Local Scholarships	Read more
AACE CT Scholarship For students pursuing a degree in engineering or construction management		Local Scholarships

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Title IV Authorization

Posted in Admissions.

The Department of Education has implemented federal regulations that authorize CT State to administer Title IV financial aid funds. Title IV funds can only be applied to tuition and fee charges unless CT State obtains your authorization to apply your Title IV financial aid to non-allowable charges appearing in your student account, not including finance charges (i.e., late fees, returned payment fees, installment plan fees).

Your permission to authorize financial aid to pay for non-allowable charges will expedite the settlement of your student account. If authorization is not received prior to the term bill due date, the Title IV financial aid funds will not be applied to all charges. This may result in an outstanding balance on your student account and cause late charges to be assessed.

You are not required to give authorization but if you do: once the authorization is signed, the initial authorization continues to be valid for future years. You may cancel the authorization at any time by updating the authorization online. The cancellation is not retroactive and will take effect on the date that we receive it from you.

You can authorize or rescind your Title IV Financial Aid Authorization by logging into myCTState. Select the myFinancialAidlink on the Financial Aid card. On the Home tab, click on the Title IV Authorization for Non-Institutional Charges requirement or the Title IV Authorization for Prior Year Charges up to $200 requirement and you will be redirected to the page to complete the authorization. You can select Authorize or Rescind for each option and click Confirm at the bottom.

Download Title IV Authorization Instructions

Title IV Authorization Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Title IV authorization?

Title IV authorization is the permission that students grant to schools to use their federal financial aid funds for costs other than tuition and fees. These funds are called Federal Title IV funds.
What are Federal Title IV funds?
Title IV funds are federal student aid funds, which are from federal student aid programs administered by the U.S. Department of Education. The U.S. Department of Education regulations only allow schools to use federal student aid to pay for current academic year institutional charges unless the student has granted permission to apply these funds to non-institutional charges.

Federal Title IV funds include:
- Direct Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans
- Direct PLUS Loans
- Federal Pell Grants
- Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG)
Federal Title IV funds do not include grants/scholarships from CT State or other private organizations.

Allowable (institutional) charges:
- Tuition
- Extension Fees
- College Service Fees
- Student Activity Fees
- Transportation Fees
- Mandatory Usage Fees
Non-allowable (non-institutional) charges include:
- Prior Term Debt
- Textbooks and Supplies
- Tier II Educational Extension Fees
- Late fees
- Installment Plan Fees
- Miscellaneous fees
How are Title IV funds applied to my student account?

The U.S. Department of Education requires that Title IV funds be applied to specific allowable charges. Allowable charges include tuition, and mandatory fees billed by CT State. If a student's total of Title IV funds exceeds the total of these qualifying charges, CT State must refund that excess to the student unless the student gives permission to do otherwise.
What if I don’t grant the authorizations?

If a student does not grant authorization, federal financial aid grants and loans cannot be used to pay for charges other than tuition and fees. Any excess aid will be refunded to the student. Therefore, the student may receive a refund and may simultaneously be sent a bill for any charges that could not be paid with Title IV aid. Receiving a refund does not indicate that there are no pending charges on a student's account.

Questions?

Contact your campus financial aid office.

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Course Programs of Study (CPoS)

Posted in Admissions.

U.S. Department of Education (ED) regulations require that a student must be enrolled in at least one eligible degree or certificate program of study to receive federal financial aid (grants, loans, work-study). A student satisfies this requirement by declaring a CT State degree program or eligible certificate program as their primary course of study (note that not all certificates are financial aid eligible). Funds will only be disbursed for the courses needed to fulfill the program of study requirements, which include general education, electives approved for a program, prerequisite courses, and ESOL coursework.

What is CPoS?

Course Program of Study (CPoS) is a process run by CT State to determine which registered courses do not apply to a student’s program of study. This technology will compare your registered courses in each term with the degree requirements listed on your Degree Works audit.

Courses that do not apply toward a student’s officially declared program of study will be ineligible for federal financial aid. In these cases, students are responsible for the tuition and fees associated with the ineligible course as an out-of-pocket expense.
How will I know if my courses count towards my program of study?

To see if your classes are eligible, check your Degree Works audit. Degree Works is a great way for you to review your program audit to see required courses, as well as any courses remaining to complete your program(s). If a course is listed as “Not Applied to This Program,” it is not eligible for financial aid but may be taken without incurring additional out-of-pocket expenses when combined with at least 12 eligible credits within your program(s).

Your Guided Pathways advisor can also meet with you to map out your program plan.
How will I know if a course doesn’t count for financial aid?

Your Guided Pathways advisor will notify you if you are registered for any courses that do not apply toward your degree program(s). It is highly recommended that you work with your Guided Pathways advisor in these situations, so you do not receive an unexpected bill due to the college.
What should I do if a course doesn’t count for financial aid?

It is important to register early and be familiar with your Degree Works audit so you know which courses are required for your program(s) of study. This way, you can gain an understanding of which courses may not have financial aid applied and avoid receiving an unexpected bill from the college as a result of not receiving financial aid for all of your registered courses.

You will find your program(s) of study in the upper right-hand corner of your degree audit. You can also use the "What If" feature to review other degrees or certificates that you may be considering.

If you are planning on changing your enrollment or program(s) of study, we encourage you to contact your Guided Pathways advisor for assistance. Any changes to your program(s) of study must be completed by the 21^st day of the semester to ensure that you receive financial aid for your eligible coursework.

If you have registered for a course that is not eligible for financial aid, you must make any enrollment adjustments in the required timeframe. Please review the academic calendar for key dates each term.
Can I still take classes that are outside of my program of study?

Yes, you may take courses outside of your program of study. Please be advised that you will need to pay for those courses out-of-pocket.

If you are a full-time student registered for at least 12 credits, however, you may register for courses outside your program of study up to the point of overload without incurring additional tuition and fee charges.
What if I'm taking a course that I need to transfer to a degree at another institution?

Only courses that count towards your program(s) of study at CT State will be eligible for financial aid, even if the course may be needed to transfer to another institution. If you are a full-time student registered for at least 12 credits, however, you may register for courses outside your program of study up to the point of overload without incurring additional tuition and fee charges.
What if I have two programs of study?

The coursework in all programs of study must be officially declared by the 21^st day of each semester (see the academic calendar for deadline dates) in order to be considered as part of your enrollment status for financial aid purposes. Note that late-start courses that you may register for after the 21^st day of the semester may not be eligible for financial aid.
Do electives, developmental courses and prerequisite courses count for financial aid?

All electives accepted as satisfying requirements in your program(s) of study count for financial aid.

Up to 30 credits worth of developmental coursework is covered by financial aid.

All courses listed as prerequisites for courses required in your program(s) will be eligible.
I need to take ESOL courses. Are these covered by financial aid?

Yes, ESOL courses are covered by financial aid.
How does repeating a course affect my financial aid?

Federal financial aid regulations allow for one repetition of a previously passed course. Any additional repetitions are not covered by financial aid, and the student is responsible for paying all tuition and fees unless the course is added to a load of at least twelve credits of eligible courses. In other words, if a student takes a course for a third time after passing it twice, financial aid will not include the third attempt when calculating enrollment and aid disbursements. "F" grades and course withdrawals do not count as a repetition of a previously passed course since neither represents a passing grade.

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Admissions

New Students

Get Started as a New Student

Questions?

New Student

Checklist for Success

2025-2026 FAFSA

FAFSA Simplification

FAFSA Release Date

When Schools Receive Your FAFSA

Benefits of FAFSA Simplification

Changes to the 2025–2026 FAFSA and Financial Aid Process

FAFSA Terminology Changes

Scholarships and Grants

Title IV Authorization

Title IV Authorization Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Title IV authorization?

What are Federal Title IV funds?

How are Title IV funds applied to my student account?

What if I don’t grant the authorizations?

Questions?

Course Programs of Study (CPoS)

What is CPoS?

How will I know if my courses count towards my program of study?

How will I know if a course doesn’t count for financial aid?

What should I do if a course doesn’t count for financial aid?

Can I still take classes that are outside of my program of study?

What if I'm taking a course that I need to transfer to a degree at another institution?

What if I have two programs of study?

Do electives, developmental courses and prerequisite courses count for financial aid?

I need to take ESOL courses. Are these covered by financial aid?

How does repeating a course affect my financial aid?

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