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Chamberlain University Financial Aid & Scholarships
Chamberlain awarded more than $81 million in scholarships and grants in 2024.
Chamberlain assists students in developing plans for financing their education through a combination of financial-assistance programs (if eligible), family contributions, employer tuition reimbursement (when available) and Chamberlain payment plans.
Financial Aid
Opportunities to receive aid towards your total tuition
There are a few different forms of aid you can apply for. Some of which do not need to be repaid.
Tuition Savings
Ways to make your education more accessible
Tuition savings opportunities might apply to you if you happen to be a part of the Military, Alumni, or Federal Work Study.
See If You Qualify for Partner Tuition Rates
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Commitment to Completion Grant
Cost is the #1 reason students wait. Chamberlain is changing that. With our new grant, you’ll see significant savings, including two courses at no cost—part of our mission to prepare more nurses and healthcare leaders.
Chamberlain University Financial Aid & Scholarships
There are financial aid options for students attending nursing school, including grants, loans, work study, scholarships, and alumni savings. Details about financial aid for nursing students at Chamberlain University are listed above.
Financial aid for nursing school can help pay for your enrollment. The amount of student financial aid is dependent upon several factors, including the type of financial aid that you qualify for. Request information or call 877-751-5783 to receive help from our student support advisors.
Your estimated financial plan (EFP) will give you a clear idea of your charges based on your anticipated enrollment. You may also view a detailed breakdown of costs by looking at our Tuition & Expenses Grid or use our Net Price Calculator at https://www.chamberlain.edu/admissions/tuition-expenses.
Yes, the certificate would allow you to receive financial aid if eligible.
It may, if you have more financial aid than charges for tuition and fees. There is a process for using financial aid to purchase books through the bookstore. We offer a school authorized spending limit of up to $750.
Your Estimated Financial Plan (EFP) will give you a clear idea of your charges based on your anticipated enrollment. You may also view a detailed breakdown of costs by looking at our Tuition & Expenses Grid or use our Net Price Calculator at https://www.chamberlain.edu/admissions/tuition-expenses.
Disbursement takes place within the first several weeks of class. Assuming all documentation is complete, disbursements are usually complete within the first 2-3 weeks of classes.
You can visit the Account Overview section within the My Chamberlain Community to see which payment plan options are available to you.
Your estimated out of pocket costs and monthly payment for each session will be listed as "Remaining Investment" on your Estimated Financial Plan (EFP).
This information can be found within your estimated financial plan (EFP). If you need assistance accessing or completing an EFP, we can connect you with a Student Finance Advisor.
Tax documents or any supporting documentation can be uploaded to the Documents Center within the My Chamberlain Community.
You can complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA®) at www.studentaid.gov
No, we are unable to assist you with completing your FAFSA. For assistance, you can call the Federal Student Aid Information Center (FSAIC) at 1-800-433-3243.
Your estimated financial plan (EFP) will give you a clear idea of your charges based on your anticipated enrollment. You may also view a detailed breakdown of costs by looking at our Tuition & Expenses Grid or use our Net Price Calculator. You can also visit https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types to learn more about the various financial aid programs available.
There are instances where your financial aid eligibility, based off your FAFSA, may cover all expenses, depending on transferred credits and various situations. You will want to utilize your Estimated Financial Plan (EFP) to determine any out of pocket costs you may incur. The EFP will give you a clear idea of your charges based on your anticipated enrollment. You may also view a detailed breakdown of costs by looking at our Tuition & Expenses Grid or use our Net Price Calculator at https://www.chamberlain.edu/admissions/tuition-expenses.
Your financial aid eligibility is determined by your FAFSA. You can also view your Student Aid Report at any time on www.studentaid.gov to see how much you qualify for. Depending on where you are in the application process, you may also have access to your Estimated Financial Plan (EFP). Student Finance can help you with any detailed questions.
We cannot see if your FAFSA has been submitted, but you can check your FAFSA's status at www.studentaid.gov. It usually takes 3-5 business days for your FAFSA to process once you add Chamberlain's school code.
It usually takes 3-5 business days for your FAFSA to process once you add Chamberlain's school code, and your FAFSA information will be available in your Estimated Financial Plan (EFP) at that time.
After the results of your FAFSA® are received and processed, the set of your eligible financial aid awards for the academic year will be visible in your student portal. While there are other steps you must complete to receive certain types of aid such as student loans, we assume that students want all of the aid offered. If you opt to reduce or eliminate an offered student loan amount, you can contact Student Finance Advising for assistance.
After you have determined that you will be utilizing financial aid, your Loan Entrance Counseling and Master Promissory Note can be completed at www.studentaid.gov.
We can put you in contact with Student Finance Advising to assist you over the phone, or you can submit a case to Student Finance Advising via the Support tab within the My Chamberlain Community.
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We're Here to Help
Chamberlain can help you find which financial aid options are available to you. To contact a Student Finance Advisor call 877-751-5783 and select the appropriate prompts.
How Much Might I Pay?
Chamberlain University's Net Price Calculator will provide an estimate of federal and institutional aid.