Financial Aid Process
APPLICATION
The first step in the financial aid process is to apply and to be accepted into the Graduate Studies program. You can complete the online application for the Graduate Programs at apply.trnty.edu.
CREATE AN FSA ID AND FILL OUT THE FAFSA:
Students and borrowers are required to create an FSA ID, made up of a username and password, to access certain U.S. Department of Education websites. Your FSA ID is used to confirm your identity when accessing your financial aid information and electronically signing your federal student aid documents. Go here to create the FSA ID.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) becomes available at www.fafsa.gov. To be considered for any federal direct loans the FAFSA is required. You will need to file either a new FAFSA, or a renewal form on or after October 1 for each year you are enrolled in the Graduate Studies program.
Trinity’s FAFSA Code: 001771
STUDENT AID REPORT
Trinity Christian College will receive a copy of your Student Aid Report (SAR) from the federal government about three days after you file the FAFSA.
FINANCIAL AID PACKET
Shortly after receiving your SAR, the financial aid office will begin to process your aid. If verification documents are mailed to you, be sure to return all your paperwork to the financial aid office as soon as possible. Your financial aid packet will include an award letter listing everything you are eligible for, including loans. You must apply online for student loans. Your loan money will be applied to your account 30 days after the semester begins. Six weeks after each semester begins, any remaining loan funds will be applied to your account.
REMAINING EXPENSES
Once loans have been applied to your account, the remaining balance will be due. Alternative plans must be made to cover remaining balances. These plans may include alternative loans, out-of-pocket payments, and aid established for the next semester.
GRADUATION
Prior to finishing the program, you must complete exit loan counseling. A six-month grace period will be extended for all loan repayments.