Graduate SFS
We have many resources for you that will make the financial aid process much less daunting. Read on to find more information about applying for financial aid at PLNU!
Scroll down this page and find all the information you'll need to get the financial aid process started (or take a look at the corresponding menu to your right).
Applying for Aid // Tuition & Costs // Types of Aid // Financial Aid Forms
Follow this process step by step and you'll be on your way to affording an incredible PLNU education!
Steps to Apply for Financial Aid
Financial aid for graduate students at PLNU consists primarily of unsubsidized federal direct loans. Degree-seeking graduate students who are 1) enrolled in three or more units per semester, 2) meet the university's Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) policy, 3) are in good standing with prior federal loans, and 4) are citizens of the United States (or eligible non-citizens) are eligible for federal direct loans. Qualifying graduate students may borrow up to $20,500 every two consecutive semesters, depending on the student’s calculated budget for the award term.
Step 1:
File a FAFSA
- Go to www.fafsa.gov
- Use the 12/13 FAFSA to apply for aid if your first semester is before Summer 2013 Quad 2
- Use the 13/14 FAFSA to apply for aid in subsequent semesters
- PLNU’s School Code: 001262
Step 2:
Review your graduation date on the student portal
- Log in to my.pointloma.edu and click on the "Students" tab
- Click on “Biographical Information” in the “Profile Information” section
- If your “Planned Graduation Date” is incorrect, update it by clicking on “Edit My Academic Information”
Step 3:
Complete online entrance counseling
- Visit www.studentloans.gov, log in, and select “Complete Entrance Counseling”
- Be sure to select the “graduate” type
- An electronic report will be submitted to PLNU upon successful completion
Step 4:
Sign a Master Promissory Note (MPN)
- Visit www.studentloans.gov, log in, and select “Complete Master Promissory Note”
- Choose the “Subsidized/Unsubsidized” option
- An electronic report will be submitted to PLNU upon successful completion
- If you have completed a Direct Loan MPN in the past at another institution, you may not need to complete one again. Please contact us if you have already done so. A Direct Loan MPN is good for up to 10 years.
Step 5:
Submit verification documents
- As a result of filing a FAFSA, the federal government may require additional documentation
- The PLNU Student Financial Services Office will notify you if you have been selected for verification
Step 6:
Receive PLNU award letter
- After all applications and paperwork are completed and processed, you will receive a Financial Aid Award Letter via e-mail
- The award letter will state aid amounts for which you are eligible and how funds will be disbursed for the loan period.
- Follow the instructions on your award letter to accept, decline, or reduce your loan amount.
- PLNU offers payment plans for those who would like to use one. Read about our options here.
| GRADUATE PROGRAMS | PER UNIT |
| Graduate Education | $550 |
| MBA | $740 |
| MSN | $680 |
| MA/MS Biology | $645 |
| MA Religion | $325 |
| MA Ministry | $150 |
| Audit Fee | $150 |
| Graduation Fee (one time) | $100 |
| ePortfolio Fee (MSN, MBA, Religion Only--one time) | $120 |
| MAT/TEACHING CREDENTIAL FEES | COST |
| Student Teaching Fee (in addition to tuition) | $75/unit |
| Teacher Education Assessment Fee (one time, billed in two $250 charges) | $500 |
*Tuition and Fees noted above are for the academic year beginning with the fall 2012 semester and are subject to change annually. Tuition and Fees for district partnerships and introductory cohorts are not reflected on this chart. Please review the graduate catalog or contact your Student Financial Services Advisor for more tuition information
These figures do not include the cost of books, supplies, special fees, transportation, or personal expenses.
For even more information on costs, visit the Tuition & Costs page. >
Scholarships
A scholarship is financial aid that does not need to be repaid. Scholarships are merit-based, which means they are offered based on merit or achievement in a specific area. You can receive scholarships through PLNU or apply for others online.
Loans
A loan is financial aid that must be repaid with interest. Loans are a type of need-based aid, meaning they are given based on financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Other Programs
In addition to need-based aid listed above, PLNU offers other aid programs such as VA Benefits and ROTC, Yellow Ribbon Program (the GI Bill), Vocational Rehabilitation, Federal Work Study, and outside scholarships.
Your First Step
You will need to fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). You can complete this online at the FAFSA website.
Your Second Step
Once you’ve completed the FAFSA and SFS has received your information, you will be contacted with instructions on what forms you will need to complete. Once you have confirmed the submission of the needed forms, please allow for 5 business days for processing.
Completed forms may be faxed to our office at (619) 563-2898. If you have questions, please feel free to email us at gradsfs@pointloma.edu or call us at (619) 563-2850.
Still have more questions? PLNU's Office of Student Financial Services is here to help!
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