Most aid programs are administered by the College's Financial Aid Office under the policies and guidelines for federal, state, and institutional aid programs.
Eligibility for most financial aid at Ivy Tech Community College is based upon the student's demonstrated financial need. Scholarship Booklets are available in the Financial Aid Office.
The federally funded Ivy Tech Community College Federal Work Study Program provides part-time employment to students who demonstrate financial need by filing the FAFSA. Part-time Employment/Work Study
Loans are borrowed money that you must pay back with interest. Students may be able to borrow up to $2,625 in a subsidized loan per year from private lenders, such as commercial banks, savings and loan associations, or credit unions. The interest rate of a Stafford Loan is currently on a variable rate program capped at 8.25%. Repayment begins six months after the student graduates or ceases at least half-time attendance. Loans
For more information about loans call: [800] 669-4882 ext. 5616 in Indiana or [765] 269-5616.
Grants and scholarships are financial aid you do not have to pay back. Scholarships usually require a special application. Grants and Scholarships
There are other resources outside of Ivy Tech Community College-Lafayette's Financial Aid Office. Additional Sources of Aid
Qualifications to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid [FAFSA].
- Be a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen.
- Be accepted for admission to the College in an eligible program.
- Loans and workstudy require a minimum enrollment of 6 credit hours.
- Have a high school diploma, GED, or meet ability to benefit requirements.
- Submit requested documentation to verify the data provided on the FAFSA.
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress.
- Sign educational purpose statements and register with Selective Service if required to do so.
- Not be in default on a student loan or owe a refund on any grant or loan.
How and When to Apply
Application forms are available in the Financial Aid Office located in room 1144 of Ivy Hall at 3101 S. Creasy Lane, Lafayette. Because application procedures, deadlines, eligibility regulations, and refund policies vary with different types of student aid, you are encouraged to contact the Financial Aid Office at your earliest convenience. For priority aid consideration, including Indiana grant aid, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid [FAFSA] should be received between January 1 and March 10 preceding the fall term enrollment. The FAFSA can still be filed after March 10 for federal aid consideration.
Apply for a Loan after Online Counseling
Phone: [765] 269-5616
Toll Free in Indiana: [800] 669-4882 ext. 5616
