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Learn About Financial Aid

Financial aid is provided from the government and/or Cleveland State University to help bridge the gap between your own financial resources and the amount of money needed to pay the cost of attending classes.

Cleveland State encourages all incoming freshman and transfer students to apply for financial aid. Approximately 75 percent or 3/4 of our students receive some form of financial assistance. In addition, CSU also has the ability to provide need based grants, which are not required to be repaid.

Financial Aid Checklist:

  • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). By completing the FAFSA, you are applying for gift aid (scholarships and grants) and self-help programs (Federal Work-Study and loans).
  • Submit verification documents to the Campus 411 Office (if selected)
  • Receive financial aid award letter
  • Review award letter
  • Sign award letter and return to the Campus 411 Office, Main Classroom (MC), Room 116
  • If accepting loans:
    • Complete Master Promissory Note
    • Complete loan entrance counseling exam

Learn more about FAFSA, how to apply for financial aid, important dates and deadlines, and types of financial aid and other student programs that can help pay for college (such as Cleveland State's Student Employment program). For more details, contact the Campus 411 Office located in the Main Classroom (MC), Room 116 or 216.687.5411.

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