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Financial Aid

Financial Aid

Figuring out how to pay for your education can be stressful. We’re here to ease some of the anxiety you may be experiencing by helping identify and maximize ways to make college more affordable. We’ll explore options like grants, loans, student employment, scholarship resources, or a combination of all these things.

Helpful Tips When Starting Out

  • Apply for financial aid as early as possible - If you're a first-time applicant, the earlier you apply the more likely you are to get the maximum amount of money possible.
  • Complete your FAFSA form in December for the following academic year - It is your responsibility to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid every year for consideration of various financial aid programs. FAFSA allows the federal government to calculate your Student Aid Index (SAI). We use this information to develop a financial aid package that is based upon your needs. Need is determined by subtracting the SAI from the total cost of attendance.  DeSales University's Federal School Code is 003986
  • Determine your financial aid eligibility - The financial aid package specifies the types and amounts of assistance (including federal, state, and institutional) you will receive to cover your expenses. Government and University funds are limited – amounts awarded may not meet all financial needs. Parents may apply for a Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) and students may apply for alternative loans.
  • Calculate the cost of college attendance - The total cost of attendance includes estimates for tuition, fees, room, board, books, and personal, transportation, and living expenses. To help estimate your costs, use our Net Price Calculator .
Undergraduate & Adult Studies

Federal and State Aid Programs

Loans & Scholarships

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Student Loans

Your total loan package is based on your need and college credits completed. DSU is dedicated to serving you to ensure that you receive vital information on college procedures and practices.

Loans
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Scholarship Opportunities

Various private grants and scholarship opportunities can help further offset the cost of your DeSales education.

Scholarships & Private Grants

Financial Aid Forms & Documents

Undergraduate Program Costs and Financial Aid Information Sheets

Undergraduate Financial Aid Policies

Undergraduate Financial Aid Adjustment Documents

Undergraduate Prior Year

Graduate Program Costs and Financial Aid Information Sheets

Graduate Financial Aid Policies

Graduate Financial Aid Adjustment Documents

Graduate Prior Year

Adult Studies Program Costs and Financial Aid Information Sheets

Adult Studies Financial Aid Policies

Adult Studies Financial Aid Adjustment Documents

Adults Studies Prior Year