Financial aid is awarded in a variety of forms, from grants and scholarships, which do not need to be repaid, to loans that offer a variety of repayment options. The Office of Financial Aid will create a package to assist your specific financial needs. To qualify for any need-based aid, you must first complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible after January 1. You must complete this form each year.

Scholarships
Stetson University offers several types of scholarships, including academic, music, and athletic scholarships. Academic scholarships range in amount from $1,000 annually to full tuition, room, meals, fees, and books.
Grants
Grants are provided as "free money" to help defray educational costs. Grants are awarded by Stetson University, the federal government, and the Florida state government.
Loans
Student loans are a cost-effective way to help finance a college education by borrowing funds at a low interest rate. Several loan programs are available for students and parents who display financial need, including the Federal Direct Subsidized Stafford Loan and the Federal Perkins Loan. Other loans, such as the Federal Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) and the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan, are available to all students regardless of need. Several additional private educational loan programs exist to assist credit-worthy individuals.

Payment plans
Familes may elect to enroll in an installment plan payment option, rather than paying the balance in full by the first day of classes of the current term.  There are 5 payments beginning in August and running through December for the fall term and 5 payments starting in January through May for the spring term.  Please contact the Bursar's Office (Office of Student Accounts) to set up this option, 386-822-7050.

Participants in the Florida PrePaid College Program may have Stetson University's Bursar's Office bill the plan on their behalf.  Participants need to provide the Bursar's Office with their Florida Prepaid student identification card for all applicable plans (tuition, dormitory, fee plan).  In order to use the Florida Prepaid Program at Stetson University, the owner of the program must complete a Transfer Form.  This form may be obtained from the Florida Prepaid Office or by visiting their website, www.myfloridaprepaid.com/forms/. Please note that this form needs to be submitted to the Florida PrePaid Office.

Other Aid Information
Stetson offers a wide range of financial plans and aid packages for Graduate Students, International Students, and Military Personnel.