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Financial Aid Overview

We believe in your fullest potential and are committed to helping you achieve it, regardless of financial barriers. At Saybrook University, financing your graduate education is an important decision — and we want to make sure you have the clearest, most current information available as you plan your path forward. As federal funding rules continue to evolve, our Financial Aid Office is here to help you understand your options, ask questions, and plan with confidence.
Saybrook University is a participating institution approved by the U.S. Department of Education to offer Title IV Federal Student Aid. A course is eligible for financial aid only if it meets a degree requirement as published in the Academic Catalog. Individual courses and graduate certificates completed outside of an academic degree program are ineligible for federal aid.

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Everyone starts somewhere. Here are two great first steps.

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Financing Your Education

A range of financial aid opportunities exist, including scholarships, grants, loans, and other resources, to support students of all financial backgrounds. Explore the available funding options and consider how best to plan for the road ahead.

Costs Overview

We know that cost is one of the most important parts of your enrollment decision. This section is designed to give you a clear, complete picture of what attending Saybrook University may cost, so you can plan with confidence and explore every option available to you:

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Types of Aid

Many students rely on a combination of grants, scholarships, loans, and other funding sources to meet their educational expenses. Below, you will find the financial aid opportunities available, organized by funding type.

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Billing

We want the financial side of your enrollment to feel as manageable as the academic side. This section covers everything you need to know about how and when you’ll be billed, how to make payments, and what to do if your plans change.

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Resources

Sometimes the information you need doesn’t fit neatly into a single category. This section brings together tools, policies, and reference materials designed to support you at every stage of your financial aid journey.

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Not Sure Where to Start?

Here are two great first steps

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Financial Aid Process

STEP 1

Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This is the starting point for nearly all financial aid. Saybrook University’s school code is G21206.

STEP 2

After submitting your FAFSA, you will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) — a summary of the information you provided and an initial estimate of your aid eligibility. Review it carefully and correct any errors as soon as possible. A complete and accurate SAR helps us process your aid without delays

STEP 3

Our financial aid office may request additional documentation to verify the information on your FAFSA — things like tax transcripts, proof of income, or household information. This process is called verification, and it’s a normal part of the process for many students. Respond to any requests promptly to keep your aid on track.

STEP 4

Once your FAFSA is processed and any required documents are received, Saybrook University will send you a financial aid offer outlining the types and amounts of aid you’re eligible to receive. Take your time reviewing it — and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions about what’s included or what it means for your out-of-pocket costs.

Step 5

You’re not required to accept everything in your offer. Review each component carefully, particularly any loans, and accept only what you need. Once you’ve made your selections, submit your acceptance by the deadline indicated in your offer letter.

Step 6

If you’re accepting federal loans for the first time, you’ll need to complete two additional requirements before your funds can be disbursed: Entrance Counseling, which ensures you understand your rights and responsibilities as a borrower, and a Master Promissory Note (MPN), which is your formal agreement to repay the loan. Both are completed online at studentaid.gov.

STEP 7

Financial Aid will post to your account after the Add/Drop period of each semester. If your aid exceeds your direct costs, any remaining balance will be refunded to you to help cover indirect expenses like housing and books.

STEP 8

Financial aid is not automatically renewed. To continue receiving aid, you’ll need to submit a new FAFSA for each academic year — typically beginning October 1 for the following year. We’ll send reminders, but the earlier you submit, the better your chances of maximizing your aid package.

Important: students relying on federal or private loans must have completed all loan arrangements so that loans are approved and on file with the Financial Aid Office by the first payment due date each semester.

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Support When You Need It

The Office of Financial Aid is here to help you explore your options, answer questions, and create a plan that works for you.

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