Financial Aid
"Tennessee students shouldn’t be priced out of a college diploma, but many students simply can’t afford to get in the door. In today’s competitive global economy, access to higher education is critical to ensuring our nation has a highly skilled workforce."
— Congressman Bart Gordon
Public and private higher education costs are escalating at a dramatic pace. There are several types of financial aid available to students, including aid from federal, state and non-governmental entities. The following information will help guide you through the process of locating and applying for financial aid.
• Know Your Options. For a detailed list of financial aid opportunities, including
grants, scholarships and loans, click here.• Frequently Asked Questions. For answers to frequently asked questions about financial
aid, click here.• Repaying Student Loans. For information on how to repay your student loans and to
learn about programs that can help you with the process, click here.• Additional Resources. For links to many additional resources such as financial guides
for parents and information on educational tax breaks, click here.
