We work to help you secure financial aid packages that are as individualized as your situation. Here, we’ll cover available sources for aid, including VA benefits, grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study programs.
VA Benefits
We accept VA benefits including Chapters 30, 33, 35 and the Yellow Ribbon program (only our traditional student population qualify for the YR program). All questions regarding VA payments or other VA/military questions should be directed to the VA School Certifying Official at va@montreat.edu. You can also contact the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at 1.888.442.4551 or visit their website at benefits.va.gov/gibill. Montreat College reserves the right to reduce institutional grants and scholarships based on outside resources you are receiving. If you are eligible for the Yellow Ribbon Program, we match the Yellow Ribbon Award up to full tuition and required fees.
Grants
Federal Pell Grant (PELL)
The Pell Grant is a federal grant that provides funds up to $5,920 based on financial need. Eligibility is determined by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Disbursements will be made directly to your student account at the beginning of each payment period.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
FSEOG grants are awarded by our financial aid office based on financial need. To qualify, you must also be a recipient of a Pell Grant and have completed the FAFSA.
North Carolina Need-Based Scholarship (NCNBS)
This scholarship is restricted to students with financial need. Eligibility is determined by the NC State Educational Assistance Authority, and awards are based entirely on the FAFSA form—you must file the FAFSA to be eligible. For more information about the North Carolina Need-Based Scholarship, visit www.ncseaa.edu.
Other Scholarships
There are billions of additional scholarship dollars through millions of additional sources. View these scholarship databases to see what additional scholarships you might be eligible for:
- www.tuitionfundingsources.com
- www.cfnc.org
- www.finaid.org/scholarships/other.phtml
- www.finaid.org/finaid/awards.html
- www.fastweb.com
- www.petersons.com
- www.collegeboard.org
- www.finaidfacts.org
- www.intelligencecareers.gov
Loans
Federal Stafford Loan
Federal loans are commonly used. To apply, you must complete the FAFSA. If awarded, you will sign a Master Promissory Note (MPN) online using your FSA ID. The MPN is a multi-year binding document that must be signed before your loan can be certified. The MPN states the terms and conditions of your loan, including a repayment schedule, interest rate, deferment, and cancellation policy. Due to the multi-year nature of the MPN, you’ll be able to receive Federal Direct Loans without having to sign additional promissory notes as long as you remain eligible for Federal Direct Loans—for up to ten years. You should keep a copy of all documents for your records for (at least) the duration of your repayment period. Here are some additional details:
- To be eligible as a first-time Direct Loan borrower, federal regulations require that you complete an Entrance Interview for Federal Direct Loans. It will remain valid for up to ten years after your first disbursement of Direct Loans.
- If you have loans at another college, you will not need to do a new MPN and Entrance Interview through Montreat College.
- These variable interest rate loans have a cap of 8.25 percent.
- Repayment begins six months after you cease to be enrolled at least half-time.
- Borrowers have up to ten years to repay, depending on the amount borrowed.
- The subsidized portion is based on financial need, while the unsubsidized portion is available without regard to need.
- The loan amount may not exceed the cost of attendance.
- The amount of loan funds you may borrow depends upon your academic grade level, remaining financial need, and dependency status.
Federal Perkins Loan
These low-interest loans are funded by the federal government and by previous borrowers’ repayments. You apply by completing the FAFSA, and loan eligibility is based on financial need. Annual limits apply. Here are the details:
- First-time Perkins Loan borrowers receive information about debt management before receiving loan funds.
- Students who receive a Perkins Loan on their award letter must sign their promissory note online.
- Repayment begins nine months after you cease to be enrolled at least half-time.
- Payments are quarterly.
- You’ll have up to ten years to repay the loan, depending on amount borrowed.
Private Loans
Private education loans are credit-worthy loans available to students who need loan funds in excess of what the federal government supplies in order to bridge the gap between cost of attendance and the amount of federal, state and institutional aid awarded. These loans are offered by private lenders. Unlike federal loans, Private Education loans require a new application each time a student wishes to borrow a private loan.
Corporate Advantage Program
Our Corporate Advantage Program is designed to promote higher education within North Carolina corporations and companies in order to help build the leaders of tomorrow. Through the program, Montreat College Online, offered through the School of Adult and Graduate Studies, strives to sign an agreement with local corporations and companies for the promotion of the various adult degree programs that we offer.
We’ve arranged for partnerships with a variety of corporations in your area to offer a 10% tuition discount to employees who enroll in a specified program through Montreat College Online. Check with your supervisor to see if we’ve partnered with your corporation, and don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions.
Alumni Scholarship
Alumni scholarships are available to students who have graduated with a Montreat College associate’s and/or bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA of a 3.0 or higher. A $1,000 credit will be applied to the tuition charges for the Graduate degree program during the first term and second term – $500 each term.