At Ā鶹Éē (ANU), we recognize the fact that many students need some type of financial assistance in order to make this initial investment in their futures.
To help meet these needs, Ā鶹Éē funded awards of more than $1 million in institutional grants & scholarships over the last few years.
To ensure that qualified and deserving applicants are given adequate financial assistance, our Financial Services Team will sit down individually with prospective students to identify available sources of financial assistance; some through the federal or state government and others through the University. We are committed to supplying possible funding solutions for those who qualify.
If you are wishing to receive federal or state aid, be sure to fill out a Free Federal Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) online at: ĢżFor more information, see our Ģżor call the financial services hotline at 1-833-388-1100 today.
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The Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program (The Yellow Ribbon Program) is a provision of the Post 9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008. This program allows institutions of higher learning (degree granting institutions) in the United States to voluntarily enter into an agreement with VA to fund tuition expenses that exceed the highest public ināstate undergraduate tuition rate. The institution can contribute up to 50% of those expenses and VA will match the same amount as the institution. Institutions that voluntarily enter into a Yellow Ribbon Agreement with VA choose the amount of tuition and fees that will be contributed. VA will match that amount and issue payment directly to the institutions. Most times this is done during the summer term when VA funding has reached its maximum during the year.
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The Blue Ribbon Grant is designed to recognize and assist veterans, activeāduty military personnel, spouse and dependents by providing additional grant funds upon the exhaustion or expiration of military education benefits to support the individual to enhance their educational benefits.
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“”·É²¹°ł»å:Ģż Eligible students may accumulate up to a maximum of $18,000 to extend or complete their programs of study, or assist a current spouse or qualified dependent at Ā鶹Éē. Once earned the accumulated grant amount may be utilized to pay tuition and fees at Ā鶹Éē in any academic program or degree level. The grant can be used in any program or degree level and the grant funds must be used within 10 years of the last day of the term the Blue Ribbon Grant was earned.
The military student earning the grant may elect to transfer the earned grant to a current spouse or qualified dependent under the age of 30. In the event of such transfer, the grant will be considered earned, transferable, and payable toward the transferee spouse or qualified dependentās account following the completion of any term in which the military studentās benefits are paid toward the transferorās tuition and fees.
The Ā鶹Éē Private Loan Supplemental Grant assists students who utilize private loan funds to finance their tuition and fee costs at Ā鶹Éē.
Eligibility: Ā鶹Éē students who are financing such costs with private loan funds may qualify. The grant amount depends upon the number of courses financed by the private loan funds. Students who are taking Federal Direct Loans will not quality for this grant.
Application Process: Students are reviewed for eligibility at the time the institution becomes aware of their private loan.
Award: The maximum grant amount is equal to 40% of the amount of the private loan required to fund their education. The University has allocated $600,000 to fund this grant program for the 2024-2025 award year. Continued eligibility is determined at the time of reapplication.
The Business Partnership Grant was designed to provide additional assistance to students receiving employer tuition assistance, who are attending the University in order to obtain new job skills or to upgrade existing job skills
Eligibility: Eligible students are identified through association with a company that has entered into a tuition assistance agreement with the University. Continued eligibility is dependent on the continued receipt of employer tuition assistance. This award is not available to those who are enrolled as international students.
Application Process: Eligible students and their employers will complete the Business Partnership Grant application and will return the completed application to the Financial Aid Office.
Award: Awards are made up to $1 for every $2 of employer tuition assistance received, limited to the amount of unpaid tuition costs.
The Workforce Development Grant is awarded and funded by Ā鶹Éē. It is designed to assist eligible displaced or disadvantaged students in financing an education to help them enter or reenter the workforce or to transition into another career.
Eligibility: Eligibility is based on a studentās status as dislocated or disadvantaged, as determined through their association with local, state, or federal job training programs such as WIOA or TAA; the amount of a studentās remaining tuition and fees after the application of other aid; and the availability of grant funds. Students are required to utilize grant and scholarship funding available through local, state, and federal sources such as WIOA, TAA, Pell, SEOG, etc., institutional grants and institutional scholarships before they may be considered for the Workforce Development Grant. Students may receive this grant for subsequent years if eligibility criteria are met.
Award: If eligibility is established, awards are made annually, in an amount not to exceed $7,500 or the amount of a studentās remaining tuition and fee costs after the application of other financial aid, whichever is less. No more than $1,500 will be awarded per term.
The University Transfer Grant is designed to enhance collaboration between educational institutions and facilitate continued higher education for international students. It is offered to students from Universities and Colleges or English as a Second Language programs within the United States who transfer their I-20 to Ā鶹Éē or its affiliates. The grant is a lifetime maximum award ofĢż$750, credited to the studentās account during their first term of enrollment, and is non-renewable. The lifetime maximum award may be exceeded by an additional $750 in the event a student transfers to Ā鶹Éē or its affiliates due to the completion of a degree. This grant may not be combined with any other grant or scholarship program and is available to students who enroll before May 15, 2026.
Ā鶹Éē is proud to support its international alumni who continue to pursue academic and professional advancement. The ANU Legacy Merit Scholarship is a one-time, non-renewable merit award of $750, designed to recognize and assist international students (on an active I-20 status) who have previously completed a degree at ANU and return to pursue a second or higher degree at the university or its affiliates.
To qualify for the merit scholarship, applicants must have completed and earned a prior degree from Ā鶹Éē that included at least 135 credit hours toward a bachelor’s degree, or 42 credit hoursĢżtowardĢża master’s degree. The scholarship is awarded as a lifetime maximumĢżof $750, credited to the studentās account during their first term of re-enrollment.
In cases where a student transfers to ANU or one of its affiliates after completing a degree, the lifetime maximum may be exceeded by an additional $750. The scholarship cannot be combined with any other scholarship program and is only available to students who enroll before May 15, 2026.
This scholarship supports our legacy of education and global connection, continuing the tradition of excellence for our international alumni.
Ā鶹Éē is committed to supporting lifelong learning and honoring the dedication of its graduates. The ANU Legacy Merit Scholarship is a one-time, non-renewable merit award of $750, created to encourage former students who have completed a degree at ANU to return and pursue a second or higher degree at the university or its affiliates.
To be eligible for the merit scholarship, applicants must have earned a prior degree from Ā鶹Éē with the following minimum credit hours and GPA:
Additionally, students must enroll in a new program within one year of completing their previous ANU degree to remain eligible
The scholarship is awarded as a lifetime maximumĢżof $750, credited to the studentās account during their first term of re-enrollment.
In cases where a student transfers to ANU or one of its affiliates following the completion of a degree, the lifetime maximum may be increased by an additional $750. This scholarship may not be combined with any other institutional scholarship program and is available only to students who enroll before May 15, 2026.
This scholarship serves as a token of appreciation for our alumniās continued trust in ANU as their partner in education.
This grant has been established by Ā鶹Éē to provide administrators, at the direction of the President, with the ability to assist students in overcoming financial barriers to program completion, including but not limited to students who have experienced a reduction in eligibility for Title IV funds, students who are not eligible for Title IV funds, students whose schedules have created undue financial hardships, and students for whom a financial barrier due to a prior withdrawal from enrollment exists. It is the intent of the University in establishing this grant that its parameters be construed as widely as necessary to effectuate the goal of reducing financial barriers to enrollment, reāenrollment, and program completion.
Sharing the ANU experience just got even more rewarding! Through our Refer a Friend Grant, current students have the exciting opportunity to help friends, family, or colleagues take the next step in their educationāwhile giving them a head start with a $750 grant.ĢżWhen an applicant student that is referred by a current student, enrolls at Ā鶹Éē, they will receive a $750 grant applied directly to their first term. It is a great way to support someoneās future while helping build a strong and successful ANU community.
Grant Eligibility & Terms:ĢżTo qualify for the Refer a Friend Grant, the following conditions must be met:
For the Referring Student: Must be enrolled at ANU during the term the referred student begins enrollment.
For the Referred Student:
We are proud to grow the ANU community through the enthusiasm and outreach of our students. Help someone start their journeyārefer a friend today!
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This program was established for undergraduate students with financial need who have not earned a bachelorās, graduate or professional degree. All undergraduate academic programs offered at ANU meet institutional eligibility requirements. Student eligibility is determined according to a formula established by the federal government. For the 2024-2025 award year, the Federal Pell Grant annual award is up to $7,395 for a full-time student.Ģż Eligible students who attend less than full-time or who attend less than the full award year are eligible to receive a reduced award.Ģż Beginning with the 2017-18 award year, eligible students may receive up to 150 percent of their Federal Pell Grant Scheduled Award. To be eligible for the additional Pell Grant funds, the student must be enrolled at least half-time in the payment period(s) for which the student receives the additional Pell Grant funds in excess of 100 percent of their scheduled award.
Students apply for this program by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The completion of the FAFSA results in the calculation of an Student Aid Index (SAI)*, which is used along with other factors to determine the studentās eligibility for this grant. These factors include the academic year structure of the University, the studentās enrollment status, and cost of attendance. Pell eligible students may receive no more than the equivalent of 12 semesters of full time Pell disbursements during their lifetime. The amounts received under the 150 percent provision will be included in determining the studentās Pell Grant duration of eligibility and Lifetime Eligibility Used. Additional eligibility requirements for future award years will depend on the federal rules in place at that time.
*An increased Pell amount is awarded to otherwise Pell-eligible children of soldiers whose parent or guardian died as a result of U.S. military service in Iraq or Afghanistan after September 11, 2001, if the student was less than 24 years old when the parent or guardian died or was enrolled at an institution of higher education at the time of the parent or guardianās death, and who has a Pell-eligible SAI greater than 0.
This program was established for nonāPell Grant eligible children of military personnel killed as a result of service in Iraq or Afghanistan after September 11, 2001, if the student was less than 24 years old when the parent or guardian died or was enrolled at an institution of higher education at the time of the parent or guardianās death, and who meets all other criteria for Pell Grant eligibility. Awards are made under the same terms and conditions as for Pell Grant and disbursements are calculated in the same manner as for Pell Grants.
This program was established for undergraduate students with exceptional financial need who have not earned a bachelorās, graduate or professional degree. Priority is given to Federal Pell Grant eligible students with the lowest Student Aid Index (SAI) figures (based on the federal formula). Awards are made in the amount of $150 for each term of the award year. All undergraduate academic programs at ANU meet the institutional eligibility requirements. Students apply for this program by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the deadlines published each year. Availability of funds depend on the authorization given to the University by the federal government.
Federal student loans are made available to students attending college on at least a half-time basis through the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program. Under this program, the U.S. Department of Education is the lender. All programs at Ā鶹Éē are approved to participate in the Federal Direct Loan Program. Within this program, there are two types of federal student loans ā direct subsidized loans and direct unsubsidized loans. A student may qualify for one or both depending on the studentās need and other factors. In general, the federal government pays interest on Direct Subsidized Loans while attending school at least half-time, for the first six months after leaving school (referred to as a grace period) and during a period of deferment. However, this benefit does not apply to all borrowers. See the Financial Aid Office or go to to determine whether, and under what circumstances, the interest subsidy benefit applies to you.Ģż Students with Direct Unsubsidized Loans are charged interest from the time the loan is disbursed until it is paid in full. The maximum amount of federal student loans that can be borrowed depends if the student is an undergraduate, a graduate or professional student or parent.Ģż An undergraduate student can borrow each academic year in Direct Subsidized Loans and Direct Unsubsidized Loan in the range from $5,500 to $12,500, depending on the year in school and dependency status. A graduate or professional student can borrow up to $20,500 each academic year in Direct Unsubsidized Loans.ĢżĢż Graduate students are ineligible for Direct Subsidized Loans but may borrow through the Direct Unsubsidized Loan program.
If the student is a first-time borrower on or after July 1, 2013, some studentsā Direct Subsidized Loan eligibility is limited to a time period equal to 150% of the length of their program. This is called the āmaximum eligibility periodā .Ģż The maximum eligibility period is based on the published length of the program of study.Ģż This means that the maximum eligibility period can change if the program of study changes.Ģż The published length of each program can be found within the academic section of the catalog.
Please go to for more information regarding annual and aggregate loan limits and other financial aid information. Interest rates, fees, and loan limits are subject to legislative changes that may affect continuing eligibility. After a student graduates, leaves school or enrollment status goes below half-time the grace period will begin.Ģż During this period, repayment information will be sent to the student by the loan servicer. Payments are usually due monthly and will be discussed with the student and the loan servicer when determining the repayment arrangements.ĢżĢż The loan servicer will provide the options available to repay the federal student loan.
Students may complete and submit the application for federal student aid, complete entrance counseling and sign the master promissory note at . Note that Federal Stafford Loan information is submitted to the National Student Loan Data System, and information about the loans is accessible there to certain guaranty agencies, eligible servicers and eligible institutions of higher education.
All academic programs offered at the institution meet the Federal institutional eligibility requirements. Graduate students and parents of undergraduate dependent students are eligible to apply through the Federal Direct PLUS Loan Program. Such loans are available for students attending the University on at least a half-time basis through the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan program. The Department of Education is the lender of this loan program. These Direct PLUSĢż loans enable borrowers to borrow up to the cost of attendance minus other financial assistance received. The cost of attendance is determined by the University.Ģż Eligibility is determined, in part, upon the credit history of the borrower. A credit check is performed during the application process.ĢżĢż Students and parents may complete and submit the application for federal student aid, complete entrance counseling and sign the master promissory note at
Students and parents can request a deferment of loan repayment while the student is enrolled at least half-time and for an additional six months after the student graduates, leaves school or drops below half-time enrollment. If a deferment is not requested, payments will begin after the loan is fully disbursed (paid out). Repayment is made in monthly installments until the loan is paid in full.
Interest rates, fees, and loan limits are subject to legislative changes that may affect continuing eligibility. Additional information is available at . Graduate students must complete entrance counseling prior to the receipt of a loan disbursement. Parent borrowers in certain, limited situations may have to complete entranceĢż counseling as well. You may contact your Financial Aid Office for more information.
The Department of Education , provides more information regarding annual and aggregate loan limits.
āNote that Direct PLUS Loan information is submitted to the National Student Loan Data System, and information about the loans is accessible there to certain guaranty agencies, eligible servicers and eligible institutions of higher education.”
On a case-by-case basis, Ā鶹Éē (ANU) has the discretion to assess extenuating circumstances that currently impact the studentās cost of attendance, the data utilized for calculating their Student Aid Index (SAI), and/or their dependency status. The purpose of professional judgment is to ensure that students receive an appropriate amount of financial aid to meet their educational expenses based on their individual circumstances. It provides flexibility for financial aid administrators to consider factors beyond the standard formula, offering a more accurate representation of a student’s financial need.
The following are a list of types of requests and some examples of extenuating circumstances:
Forms are available at the Financial Services Office and will be forwarded to the student as soon as requested. Documentation to support the extenuating circumstances must be received no later than 60 days of enrollment to be considered. ANU will review requests and communicate results to students as soon as practicable.
Not all students are eligible to borrow through the federal loan programs, and some students with financial need may prefer to participate in private loan programs. Accordingly, Ā鶹Éē participates with a variety of private lenders who make educational loans to students. The terms, loan limits and eligibility criteria vary between lenders, and the Student Services Office can assist in reviewing a studentās private loan options.
Additional information regarding the federal aid programs is available in the VA Catalog or in the Financial Services Office.
– The Tennessee Student Assistance Award Program (TSAA) was established to provide non-repayable financial assistance to financially-needy undergraduate students who are residents of Tennessee. Applicants must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment, at least half time, at a public or an eligible non-public postsecondary institution in Tennessee. The TSAA is a state-funded grant program. Award recipients must be residents of TN and attending the Roanoke campus. Additional eligibility requirements apply.
– CAP Grants help Kentuckyās financially needy undergraduate students attend eligible public and private colleges and universities, proprietary schools, and technical colleges. Award recipients must be residents of KY and attending the Louisville or Pikeville campuses. Additional eligibility requirements apply.
– The KEES program provides scholarships to students who earn at least a 2.5 GPA each year of attendance at a certified Kentucky high school. The better you do in high school, the more you earn toward college. You may also earn awards for ACT/SAT scores and Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB) or Cambridge Advanced International (CAI) test scores. Home school and GED graduates may earn awards based on their ACT scores. Award recipients must be residents of KY and attending the Louisville or Pikeville campuses. Additional eligibility requirements apply.
Some employers encourage the professional development of their employees by providing tuition reimbursement to their employees. Students can contact their employers to see if they currently have or will develop an Employer Tuition Assistance Program. The University will partner with employers to increase the amount of tuition assistance offered through its Business Partnership Grant (see page 85Ģż in VA Catalog) or page 93 in KY Catalog). The University will be pleased to send information about these programs to any employer interested in learning more about our course offerings or degree requirements.
Ā鶹Éē is approved by the State Approving Agency for the education and training of eligible veterans and their dependents. To inquire about specific programs, contact the Financial Services Office.
This program provides partātime employment for students with financial need. Jobs are available on and off site, providing student service and community service employment opportunities. Work schedules may not conflict with studentsā class schedules. Employment under this program is dependent on the availability of federal funds. Applications for this program are available in the Financial Services Office. Award amounts are determined based on the hourly rate and hours required for the FWS job, generally for the period of an academic year. Continued eligibility depends upon federal rules and guidelines in place for each year.
Ā鶹Éē offers an institutional work study program which provides additional opportunities for students to help finance their educations. Whenever possible, work study employment is designed to improve studentsā business skills and to provide experience for the business specialization in which they are enrolled. Students interested in this program should contact their Financial Services Office.
Qualified students enrolled at a rate of threeāquarter time or greater in a college degree, vocational or professional program may āearn while they learnā under the Department of Veterans Affairs(VA) Work Study Allowance Program. This program is open to all individuals eligible for the following VA education programs, not just veterans, and permits eligible students to perform services related to the VA in return for a monetary allowance equal to the prevailing federal or state minimum wage, whichever is higher. The VA education programs are Postā9/11 GI BillĀ®, Montgomery GI BillĀ®āActive Duty, Reserve Educational Assistance program, Montgomery GI BillĀ®āSelected Reserve, PostāVietnam Era Veteransā Educational Assistance Program, Dependentsā Educational Assistance Program, Vocational Training and Rehabilitation for Veterans with service connected disabilities, and the Fry Scholarship. Eligible dependents under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 35 may use work study only while training in a state. Services a VA work study employee performs must be related to VA work, such as working at a VA facility, at educational institutions, or in certain veteran support capacities. For additional information and application procedures, please contact the schoolās veteran affairs office or the VA Regional Office at (800) 827ā1000 or visit the VA website at .