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Financial aid at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP)

Hi, I'm a junior in high school and I'm planning on applying to IUP next year. I'm a little stressed about the financial aid process – does anyone have any advice or know of scholarships and grants I should apply for when seeking financial aid at IUP?

9 months ago

Hello! Applying for financial aid can definitely be a bit stressful, but it's great to start planning ahead. When it comes to financial aid at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), the first step you should take is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) when it opens on October 1st. The FAFSA will determine your eligibility for federal, state, and school-based aid, which may include grants, loans, and work-study opportunities. Make sure to submit it as soon as possible since some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

IUP also offers various institutional scholarships and grants to incoming freshmen. Some of these are merit-based, such as the Sutton Scholarship or Trustee's Scholarship, while others are based on different criteria. To be considered for most of these institutional scholarships, there's no separate application necessary – just make sure to apply to IUP and submit all required documents by their priority deadline.

Additionally, pay attention to departmental scholarships within your intended major. Different departments may offer program-specific scholarships, and you can find more information on IUP's website or by reaching out to the specific department.

Outside of IUP, it's a great idea to apply for local and national scholarships which can be found by searching online databases like Fastweb, Scholarships.com, or Cappex. Make sure to personalize your search by entering your interests, hobbies, background, and other relevant details to find the scholarships that are a good fit for you. Keep track of deadlines and spend time crafting high-quality applications for each of these scholarships.

Finally, when you receive your financial aid award letter from IUP, take the time to carefully review it. If you find that the financial aid offered is not sufficient, you can appeal the decision by contacting the IUP Financial Aid office and provide additional information and documentation to support your request.

Best of luck with your application and the financial aid process at IUP!

9 months ago

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