Grants, Loans, and Scholarships
For information on the programs below, please visit the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships website.
GRANTS
Southern participates in the following need-based grant programs that do not require repayment when awarded to eligible students:
- Graduate Connecticut State University Grant
LOANS
Southern participates in the following loan programs that require repayment once the student stops attending at least half-time:
- Federal Direct Loan Program (Unsubsidized)
- Federal Direct Parent Loan for Graduate Students (PLUS)
- Nurse Faculty Loan Program (NLFP)
SCHOLARSHIPS
Students are strongly encouraged to research and apply for scholarships to help offset the cost of their education. Scholarships can significantly reduce the amount a student may need to borrow in loans. In addition to the opportunities listed below, please visit the Scholarship page to explore other available scholarships.
SCSU Foundation Scholarships
The SCSU Foundation provides a single online application for students to apply for over 350 scholarships available at Southern.
Graduate Studies Scholarships
Graduate Studies Scholarship (GSS) awards are non-need-based and administered through the School of Graduate and Professional Studies. GSS awards are exclusively for prospective graduate students who plan to enroll in a master's degree, sixth-year or doctoral degree program at Southern in Fall terms. The award is contingent upon a minimum 3.2 grade point average for all undergraduate work. Both full-time and part-time graduate students are eligible for awards.