Graduate Student Financial Aid | Carroll University

We offer resources to help make your graduate studies more affordable. Our financial aid experts are here to work with you on an individual basis and help you navigate through the process along every step of the way as your award is determined. To be eligible for financial aid, you must be degree seeking, enrolled in three or more graduate credit hours each semester and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year.

11 areas of graduate study including graduate certificate programs

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Flexible payment plan options help you unlock your potential

$400k amount of additional salary earned over a career with a graduate degree

Step 1: Submit Your FAFSA

Fill out your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online.

Apply for FSA ID when logging into fafsa.gov.
Follow the instructions and complete all questions.
Utilize the IRS Data Retrieval Tool while completing the FAFSA.
Carroll's FAFSA school code is 003838. By including this number on your FAFSA, your results will be sent directly to us.
Print out a copy of your completed FAFSA for your records.
Submit your FAFSA to the Department of Education.

The federal government usually takes 2–3 days to process the application.

Step 2: What to Look for after You File Your FAFSA

The Financial Aid Office will process your FAFSA and notify you via email and postcard when your financial aid award has been completed.

Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan
- Government guaranteed loans
- No repayment while the student is enrolled at least half-time
- Fixed interest rate
- Must file the FAFSA to be eligible
- Can potentially borrow up to $20,500 each year (or up to the cost of attendance, whichever is lower)
Federal Graduate PLUS Loan
- Fixed interest rate
- Repayment begins 60 days after the second disbursement but may request a deferment while they are attending at least half-time
- Approval based upon credit check
Private/Alternative Loans
- Educational loan through a bank
- May require a cosigner
- Variable and fixed rate options, terms vary by bank
- Approval based upon credit check
Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP)
- All 500 level graduate ambassadors are eligible for a scholarship of $7,500
- Applies to Doctor of Physical Therapy years 2 and 3, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Master of Occupational Therapy and Master of Science in Exercise Physiology-Clinical

OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIPS

At Carroll, outside scholarships do not reduce the amount of gift aid you'll receive from the university.

Download a list of outside scholarships

Financial Aid Resources
- Policies and procedures, resources, and helpful outside links
Frequently Asked Questions
- Find answers to common questions about applying for financial aid and receiving awards

Office Hours: Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (Hours subject to change during holiday periods, semester breaks, and summer sessions)
Location: Main Level of Voorhees Hall | 100 N. East Ave., Waukesha, WI 53186
Email: finaid@carrollu.edu | Phone: 262.524.7296 | Fax: 262.951.3037

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Financial Aid for Graduate Students

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Apply for Financial Aid in 2 Steps

Step 1: Submit Your FAFSA

Step 2: What to Look for after You File Your FAFSA

Types of Financial Aid available to Graduate Students

OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIPS

Resources

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