Financial Aid at Ottawa University
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.
More detailed information concerning financial aid programs, forms and the process for application are provided in the links below.| Getting Started | |
| 2008-2009 Financial Aid Application Instructions |
| Step 1 | Contact Financial Aid: |
| Apply for a PIN | Arizona, Indiana, Greater Kansas City, Wisconsin, and Online |
| Completing the FAFSA | oufinaid@ottawa.edu |
| Telephone: -602-371-1188 | |
| Step 2 | TOLL FREE: 800-235-9586 |
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First-time borrowers, new OU students or to select a new lender: |
Fax: 602-749-5141 |
| Apply for a Loan | |
| Step 3 | Veterans: |
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2008-2009 Institutional Financial Aid Application** |
To request an application by mail, complete the Veteran's Affairs information at http://www.gibill.va.gov/ |
| General Information | TEACH Grant |
| Financial Aid Checklist | Apply for a TEACH Grant |
| Financial Aid Forms | |
| Financial Aid Website Links | Exit Interview |
| General Questions about Financial Aid | Online Exit Interview |
| Glossary of Financial Aid Terms | |
| Questions about Grants | |
| Questions about Loans |
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| Student Loan Code of Conduct |
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| College.gov - resourceful website on how to pay for college |