Parent Resource Guide

Financial Aid Cedarville University is committed tomaking its high-quality, Christian education affordable and accessible. Last year, 100% of incoming freshmen received financial aid at Cedarville, typically a combination of merit-based and need-based University scholarships. Federal loans, on-campus employment, private education loans, and payment plans are designed to fill in the gap. Timeline SEPTEMBER–DECEMBER • Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA starting October 1. • Create student and parent FSA IDs at studentaid.gov/fsaid . These FSA IDs will be used to sign your FAFSA. • Complete the FAFSA online at fafsa.gov. Include Cedarville’s federal school code: 003025 . • Access helpful tips at cedarville.edu/fafsa .

JANUARY–MAY • Review financial aid package. Cedarville plans to send award notifications starting in January.

• Submit any improved academic documents (high school transcript, ACT or SAT score) by April 30 to maximize your scholarship opportunities. • Make your final decision. • Send in your reservation deposit by May 1.

JUNE–AUGUST • Receive class schedule and first invoice. • Participate in Getting Started on campus. Self-Service

New and continuing Cedarville students may review their financial aid within themyCU portal ( MyCU.cedarville.edu ). Once logged in, simply select the ‘financial aid’ option to review specific financial aid information and take action: 1. Complete any missing or required documents (FAFSA Verification, Loan MPN/Entrance Counseling, etc.) 2. Record your loan decision(s) if packaged with direct loans

Contact Financial Aid Phone: 937-766-7866

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