Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant
The Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant Program (VTAG) is a state-funded,
non need-based grant available to first-time undergraduate and graduate
students who are Virginia residents and are enrolled full-time. Once
awarded, it is not necessary to reapply for subsequent years. The
VTAG application is due July 31, 2008 and is available at the Financial
Aid Office’s Web site and included in the financial aid award
package.
Graduate Award Amount: $1,900 (estimated annual award for 2008-2009)
Assistantships and Tuition Discounts
Depending upon a graduate student’s academic program, they may
be eligible for a graduate assistantship and/or tuition discount. Students
are encouraged to contact their program directly for more information.
Documentation may be required by the academic department in order for
students to receive this assistance.
Outside Scholarships
Students are strongly encouraged to pursue scholarships from outside
the university. Your home community and the internet can be great potential
sources for a scholarship. Also, do not stop applying for scholarships
once you have been enrolled at Shenandoah University. Outside scholarship
opportunities will continue to become available throughout your academic
career.
If you receive scholarships from outside of Shenandoah University,
please make our office aware by submitting the Declaration
of Outside Grants and Scholarships Form , available at the Financial
Aid Office’s website and included in the financial aid award package.
Search for outside scholarships:
CollegeAnswer.com
College-scholarships.com
Fastweb.com
FinAid.org
Peterson's Scholarship Search
Scholarships.com
Important information to consider when searching for scholarships:
Scholarship
Scams
Throughout the year, the Financial Aid Office receives outside scholarship
information we make available to SU students. This information is posted
on a display board next to the University Business Office in Wilkins
Hall. The board is updated regularly so be sure to check frequently
throughout the academic year.
Loans
Loans are borrowed funds that must be repaid with interest. All federal
student loans require the FAFSA to be filed.
Federal Direct Stafford Loan
Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan
Federal
Loan Consolidation
Alternative/Private Loans
