Adult Financial Aid

Ottawa University participates in a variety of financial aid programs, including federal grants and loans, to assist students in obtaining the necessary funds to attend college. Generally speaking, there are three primary types of financial assistance available.

• Grants-including the Federal PELL Grant program awarded on an annual basis.
• Loans-available to students through both federal and private-lending programs.
• Additional Sources of aid such as veteran's benefits, employer reimbursement and local scholarship programs.

We encourage you to make an appointment with the financial services representative at your campus to discuss specific programs for which you may be eligible. Students interested in applying for aid programs should begin by completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which can be done online. Students are encouraged to apply early for aid to ensure that funds are available when needed, as the application process can take up to six weeks.

Financial Aid Instructions

Veterans

To request an application by mail, complete the
Veteran's Affairs information at www.gibill.va.gov

Applying For Financial Aid 

1	FAFSA Tutorial Apply for a PIN Complete the FAFSA
2	First-time borrowers, new OU students or to select a new lender. A. Entrance Interview B. Apply for a Federal Direct Stafford Student Loan
3	2010-2011 Institutional Financial Aid Application for enrollment periods starting after 6/28/10 Apply for a Federal Direct Parent (PLUS) Loan Apply for a Federal Direct Grad (PLUS) Loan Apply For A Private/Alternative Loan (optional) Undergraduate financial aid estimator Graduate financial aid estimator Student Loan Repayment Calculator