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Financial Aid

Whether your goal is finding a career after graduation or continuing on to a four-year university, getting

financial aid can help you pay for college now, and finish with little to no debt or a more manageable payment

plan. There are countless opportunities to get financial aid that can help you pay for your Ivy Tech education. Our

staff is available at a location close to you, over the phone or online to answer your questions as they come up.

From grants and scholarships, to loans and available work study programs, the aid you may qualify for can

come from a variety of sources. U.S. citizens, eligible non-citizens, high school graduates, and Indiana High

School Equivalency Diploma recipients may all be eligible for financial aid. The first step for anyone looking

to get help paying for college is to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.ed.gov.

Before the start of every academic year, file the FAFSA so the U.S. Department of Education and Ivy Tech

financial aid administrators can determine your eligibility. The FAFSA is the starting point for almost all

financial aid opportunities, and it is essential you submit one every year.

Financial Assistance to Help You Succeed

To be considered for state and federal aid, you must file the FAFSA. For

state aid, you must file by April 15th of your academic year. Federal

applications are accepted year-round, and Ivy Tech has established

financial aid priority processing dates for each enrollment period.

To have your application processed quickly, you’ll need to submit all

required paperwork by the priority processing date for the semester

you’re attending. We recommend starting your application process at

least three to four weeks before the priority processing date. If you

miss it, your application will still be accepted, but you may not receive

aid in time to help pay for tuition and books.

Find priority processing dates at IvyTech.edu/financial-aid..

Financial Aid Priority Processing

FAFSA BASICS Getting Started To learn about all the items you’ll need to file, including your tax return information, visit IvyTech.edu/fafsa.

Once you’ve gathered everything, you can get an idea of what the actual FAFSA is like by completing

the downloadable “FAFSA on the Web Worksheet” at fafsa.ed.gov.

Your FAFSA ID To sign the FAFSA electronically and access financial aid information later, you will need a Federal Student

Aid identification number (FSA ID). You can create one by visiting fafsa.ed.gov. If you already have a

Federal Student Aid PIN, you can enter it and link it to your FSA ID. Once you have created a FSA ID, it

becomes your permanent FSA ID for use from year to year. Do not try to create a new one each year—

this will cause FAFSA processing errors.

Don’t wait to file your FAFSA You can submit as early as October 1 in the year prior to your school attendance. You’ll need to supply

completed income and tax information from the year before your application. For example, if you want to

file your FAFSA for the 2018-2019 academic year, you will use your 2016 taxes. You can also use the IRS Data

Retrieval Tool (visit StudentAid.gov/irsdrt) to automatically import your tax information. This is a very beneficial

feature because it saves you time filling out the FAFSA each year, and also reduces your chances of being

selected for verification, which might slow down the process. Be sure to enter the Ivy Tech school code 009917

to ensure we receive a copy. We need to receive your information to put together your award package.

After You File Upon FAFSA filing, you will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) at the email address you provided, generated

by the U.S. Department of Education. Check your SAR to make sure all the data is correct, and make

any necessary changes online. If you haven’t received your SAR within three weeks of filing, visit fafsa.ed.gov

or call 800-4-FED-AID to check the status of your FAFSA.

Ivy Tech School Code To ensure we receive an electronic copy of your FAFSA, include the Ivy Tech Community College school

code 009917. This code is used for all Ivy Tech locations.

To apply for most gift aid, you will need to complete your FAFSA. Qualifications vary according to each

gift, but many take factors such as financial need, National Guard service, personal relationships/status,

veteran status, seasonal farm work, and more into account.

Scholarships Each year, Ivy Tech awards nearly six million dollars in scholarships. Like other gift aid, scholarships do not

need to be repaid. Once you’ve registered for classes, you can apply to be considered for most Ivy Tech

scholarships through the student portal, MyIvy. Many funds are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis,

so we strongly recommend applying early.

For a list of Ivy Tech scholarships available, visit Ivy Tech.edu/scholarships.

Search for additional scholarships, for free, at finaid.org or fastweb.com.

You should never pay a scholarship search fee.

Gift Aid 101

Gift aid consists of scholarships, grants, and various fee remissions that you don’t need to pay back.

TYPE DESCRIPTION ELIGIBILITY APPLICATION

Workforce Ready Grant

State need-based grants that cover tuition and fees not covered by other grants or scholarships, for students enrolled at least half-time in high-demand programs.

Indiana resident; degree-seeking; enrolled at least half-time in high-demand certificate or technical certificate programs (see https://www.nextleveljobs.org/qualifying-programs.html).

FAFSA

Child of Veteran and Public Safety Officer (CVO)

Fee remission for qualifying children of veterans for up to 124 credit hours

Children of veterans injured in the line of duty during wartime

FAFSA; CVO Application

Federal Pell Grant ProgramFederal need-based grants; up to half the award used each semester

Must have financial need FAFSA

Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grants

Federal need-based grants; limited funding; amount varies

Extreme financial need FAFSA

Frank O’Bannon Indiana Grant

State need-based grants, amount set and recipients determined by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education Division of Student Financial Aid

Indiana resident; enrolled in 12 or more credit hours; degree-seeking student; U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen; high school graduate or high school equivalency diploma

FAFSA*

Indiana Vocational Rehabilitation Services

May cover tuition and/or booksStudent with a disability that is a barrier to employment

Contact Vocational Rehabilitation

Ivy Tech GrantNeed-based fee remission; college-funded; limited dollar amount

Need-based, location-specific FAFSA

Ivy Tech ScholarshipNon-need-based fee remission; college-funded; limited dollar amount

Location-specific

Admitted students can apply online by logging into the student portal and clicking the “Apply for Scholarships” link under the “Billing and Financial Aid” section.

Adult Student Grant State need-based grantIndiana resident; enrolled in at least six but less than 12 credit hours; degree- or certificate-seeking student

FAFSA,* Part-Time Grant Application

Twenty-First Century Scholars State need-based grant

Sign and mail your Twenty-First Century Scholar’s pledge affirmation on time; Indiana resident; enrolled 12 hours or more; U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen

FAFSA*

Ivy Tech Foundation Scholarships

Non-need-based fee remission; college-funded; limited dollar amount

Location-specificFAFSA,* NextGen Application

Various Other Ivy Tech Scholarships

Non-need-based fee remission; college-funded; limited dollar amount

Location-specificFAFSA,* NextGen Application

*FAFSA must be received by April 15.

EXAMPLES OF GIFT AIDWhile there are seemingly countless opportunities for gift aid available, this chart provides examples of

popular scholarships and grants, along with eligibility requirements and what you’ll need to apply. For a

full list of gift aid, contact your local Ivy Tech location or visit IvyTech.edu/financial-aid.

LOANSA financial aid option that must be repaid according to the terms of the lending institution. Rates and

terms are subject to change. Visit StudentLoans.gov or IvyTech.edu/financial-aid for the most up-to-date

information.

To check the status of a current loan, visit: NSLDS.ed.gov.

Federal Direct Subsidized LoanInterest paid by the government when the student is in school and during periods of grace and deferment.

Students must be enrolled at least half-time to borrow an education loan.

Federal Direct Unsubsidized LoanInterest not paid by the government when the student is in school,

nor during periods of grace and deferment. Students must be

enrolled at least half-time to borrow an education loan.

Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)Enables parents to borrow to pay the cost of higher education

for their dependent undergraduates.

Additional Types of Financial Aid

WORK STUDY PROGRAMSFederal or state work study programs are another way to help pay for college. All types of work study

require you to work a specific number of hours each week, and to be paid on a biweekly basis. Work

study jobs can be on or off campus.

Federal Work Study ProgramThis is federal need-based employment, and the amount and position may vary. You must be enrolled

at least half-time to be eligible. To get started, file the FAFSA online, and apply for Campus Work Study

at your local financial aid office.

Employment Aid Readiness Network (EARN) IndianaThis is a state work study program for which

students without a prior bachelor’s degree are

eligible, but must be Indiana residents with

financial needs and enrolled full-time. EARN

Indiana partners with Indiana INTERNnet to

match students and employers; maximizing

students’ academic success and career

achievement, while helping employers

find the perfect fit.

To learn more, visit

IndianaIntern.net.

Consult the Express Enrollment Center or enrollment services office at your location for assistance with financial aid. For location information, visit IvyTech.edu/enrollmentcenter.

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Ivy Tech has the answers to your financial aid questions. Our staff is available at practically every location

across Indiana to help you find, apply, and receive the financial aid you need. Chances are you are eligible for

a lot more assistance than you may think, and when it comes to funding your education, every bit matters—

from paying tuition to buying books and supplies. We want you to be focused on your studies, not worried

about how to pay for college.

Find additional information about financial aid opportunities at IvyTech.edu/financial-aid.

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