Investing in education is almost always money well spent. You can reap the rewards for the rest of your life—through career satisfaction and potentially higher salaries. But for many students, financing their education is a big challenge.
Applying for Financial Aid
We encourage you to explore whether you qualify for financial aid from state and federal agencies prior to enrolling at Kaplan Career Institute. Our Financial Aid Office is available to help you:
- Compare interest rates
- Complete application forms
- Determine eligibility
- Evaluate alternate financing
- Seek scholarship or third-party funding sources
- Understand loan terms and repayment schedules
Enrollment Status for Financial Aid Eligibility
Not all students qualify for financial aid. If you do qualify, the amount of financial aid granted is often based on your enrollment status. To retain full-time status, you must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours per term. Three-quarter-time status requires nine credit hours per term; half-time status requires six credit hours per term. Kaplan Career Institute is approved for the following loans and grants:
Loans
- Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFEL) Subsidized Loan
- Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFEL) Unsubsidized Loan
- Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFEL) Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)
- Alternative Loans
Grants
- Federal Pell Grant
- Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant
Other Agencies or Programs
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits
For additional information about attendance costs and financial aid services, contact us online or call us toll free at 888.295.4530.