Make Your Tuition Affordable with Aid
There are many types of financial aid that students can qualify for to help with paying for college. The team at Winthrop's Office of Financial Aid is here to help you through the process to learn what options might be a fit for you. Student Financial Services can also help students and families understand payment plans, refunds, billing statements, and more.
The best way to get started with financial aid is to begin the FAFSA application process.
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Complete Your FAFSA Application
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form completed by current and prospective college students to determine their eligibility for student financial aid, including need-based and non-need-based aid.
All students must complete the entire FAFSA process after October 1 of each year in order to receive consideration for federal and/or state aid for the upcoming academic year. Our FAFSA page will give you all the information you need for a successful application, including deadlines, definitions of terms used on the form, what to expect, and more.
Determine Your Eligibility for Types of Aid
We're committed to connecting each student to the financial aid options that are the best fit. Types of aid include need-based, non-need-based, federal and other programs, and scholarships.
Federal Pell Grant
The Pell Grant is awarded to undergraduate students earning their first bachelor's degree who meet the federal government's eligibility formula, which is determined by the FAFSA, and does not need to be repaid.
Learn about the Federal Pell GrantFederal Direct Student Loans
Federal Direct Student Loans are available to students (U.S. Citizens or eligble non-citizens) enrolled in at least 6 credit hours (4.5 credit hours for graduate students), and do need to be repaid.
Learn about Federal Direct Student LoansFederal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants are awarded to undergraduate students with exceptional financial need who are earning their first bachelor's degree, with priority given to Federal Pell Grant recipients. They do need to be repaid.
Learn about the FSEOGWork Study
Federal Work Study provides part-time jobs to students with financial need as determined by the FAFSA. Other student employment opportunities also exist to help students cover their expenses.
South Carolina Need Based Aid
SC Need-Based Grants are awarded to students who need the most aid, as determined by the FAFSA. The state of South Carolina provides limited funding for this program, and recipients must be South Carolina residents and meet certain qualifications.
