FINANCIAL AID TERMS
For Financial Aid Information contact Teri Nyland 218-732-2962
FAFSA:
All financial aid starts here! You must complete this application for any type of financial aid you are seeking.
Financial Aid Package:
The combination of scholarships, grants and loans that the student receives for payment of tuition, books and fees.
Need Analysis:
Using information provided on the FAFSA application, the income and assets of the student and parents are reviewed. Many variables that affect the students and parents financial situation are considered, including the number of people in the household, children in college, age of parents, etc.
Expected Family Contribution:
This is the amount the family and the student could be expected to contribute toward the cost of a college education. This amount is determined by the Need Analysis.
Need-based Aid:
Financial aid award based on the financial need of the family, as determined by the Need Analysis.
Merit-based Aid:
Financial aid award based on factors other than financial need. This usually covers scholarships awarded for academic performance or special talents.
Comprehensive Fee:
The total cost of tuition, room & board, and fees charged by the school. Other expenses that may be included in the Comprehensive Fee are books and transportation. This is also referred to as 'Cost of Attendance'.
TYPES OF FINANCIAL AID
GRANTS:
Pell Grant
Minnesota Grant
You apply for the Minnesota Grant on the FAFSA Application.
Grants are typically based on the students financial need and do not require
repayment.
SCHOLARSHIPS:
Minnesota Indian Scholarship Program
Achieve Scholarship Program
Scholarships may be awarded based on academics, special achievements or
involvement in community activities, associations or organizations.
Scholarships are considered a gift, and do not require repayment.
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LOANS:
SELF Loan (Minnesota Office of Higher Education)
https://www.ohe.state.mn.us/
Loans are a significant portion of most financial aid packages. The loan must
be repaid, usually after graduation from school. Interest rates are commonly
lower than other types of loans. Repayment periods vary from two years up
to 30 years.
MORE INFORMATION:
Minnesota Indian Scholarship Program
http://www.ohe.state.mn.us/
GI Bill
http://www.gibill.va.gov/
Achieve Scholarship Program
https://www.ohe.state.mn.us/
WIA (Workforce Investment Act)
http://positivelyminnesota.com/JobSeekers/WorkForce_Centers

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