FINANCIAL AID SERVICES
FINANCIAL AID SERVICES
Richard Bishop, Director
Gladys Colon, Assistant Director
Elizabeth Mongillo, Assistant Director
Ramon Rodriguez, Assistant Director
Phone: (860) 832-2200
Fax: (860) 832-1105
Web site: www.ccsu.edu/FinAid/
Sources of Financial Aid Assistance
Financial Aid is assistance to students who are unable to meet educational
expenses entirely with their own resources. Financial Aid comes in three basic
forms.
Grants and Scholarships
Connecticut State University Grants (CSUG) and Connecticut Aid for
Public College Student Grant Program (CAPS) — Eligibility is based on
financial need. Amount is determined by the Financial Aid Office.
Federal PELL Grant (FPELL) —Eligibility is based on financial
need. Award amount is dependent upon qualification for federal funds. Only those
students who have not earned a bachelor’s degree are eligible.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) —
Eligibility is based on exceptional demonstration of need. Pell Grant recipients
have priority. Award amount is dependent upon allocation of federal funds. Only
those students who have not earned a bachelor’s degree are eligible.
Employment
Federal Work Study Program (FWSP) — Eligibility is based on
financial need with priority given to early applicants. Payment is based upon
the number of hours worked and rate of pay.
Loans
Federal Perkins Loan — Available to undergraduate and
graduate students who meet the financial need requirements. Interest rate of 5%
is applied nine months after the student terminates college study. Priority is
given to early applicants. Award amount is dependent upon allocation of funds
available from federal sources.
Federal Direct Stafford Loan — Subsidized (need-based) or
Unsubsidized (no need) Loan with a variable interest rate loan maximum of 8.25%
(adjusted each July 1) for Subsidized Loans. interest is applied six months
after the student terminates college studies. For Unsubsidized Loans, interest
is applied the day the check is disbursed. Students are responsible for the
interest during their enrollment in school.
Federal Direct PLUS Loan (parent loan) — Parents of dependent
students apply for loan. Eligibility is not need-based and a good credit history
is necessary. Repayment begins 60 days after disbursement of funds. Variable
interest rate not to exceed 9%, adjusted each July 1. Parents may borrow cost of
education minus other aid.
Additional Unsubsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loan — Available to
independent undergraduate students and dependent students whose parents have
been denied a PLUS loan. Not need-based. Interest and repayment terms similar to
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan.
Additional Resources
• Vocational Rehabilitation
• Veteran Tuition Waiver
• Community Scholarships
• Employer Tuition Reimbursement
Basic Eligibility Criteria
A student must:
• be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
• be registered with Selective Service (if required)
• be matriculated (formally accepted by the Office of Admissions)
• be making satisfactory academic progress
• not owe a refund on a Federal Grant or be in default on a Federal educational loan
Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
Students receiving financial assistance under the federally-supported Title IV
programs must comply with the following set of standards to be
eligible for such assistance.
A. Quality of academic performance: Students must be matriculated and must
maintain that quality of academic performance required to remain a matriculated
undergraduate or graduate student in the University.
B. Speed of completion of the bachelor’s degree objective, i.e., satisfactory
progress:
1. For full-time undergraduate students, satisfactory progress is defined as the successful completion of a minimum of 24 credits of academic work per academic year for students who enroll in the fall and 12 credits of academic work for those initially enrolling in the spring or enrolling only for the fall or summer term. An academic year runs from the beginning of the fall term to the end of the spring term. Non-credit developmental courses recommended by the student’s academic adviser shall count on a semester-hour equivalent basis (determined by the University) as a part of the 24 or 12 credits specified above. Failed courses or audited courses will not be counted. Students will not be eligible for financial assistance for more than 10 semesters of full-time attendance or until the student is certified for graduation by the University, whichever comes first.
2. For part-time undergraduate stu-dents, satisfactory progress is defined as the successful completion of a minimum of 12 credits of academic work per academic year for students who enroll in the fall and 6 credits for those initially enrolling in the spring or enrolling only for the fall or summer term. An academic year runs from the beginning of the fall term to the end of the spring term. Non-credit developmental courses recommended by the student’s academic adviser shall count on a semester-hour equivalent basis (determined by the University) as part of the 12 or 6 credits specified above. Failed courses or audited courses will not be counted. Students will not be eligible for assistance for more than 20 semesters of part-time attendance or until the student is certified for graduation by the University, whichever comes first.
The Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy will be implemented as follows.
A. For the purposes of this policy, Satisfactory Academic Progress will be
measured against credits earned during the prior academic year (September
through May).
B. The number of credits required are as follows:
Full-time, 12 credits per semester
Part-time, 6 credits per semester
C. Students who do not attain the appropriate levels of satisfactory progress
may complete the needed credits during the summer session. Those who do not
complete the needed credits during the summer session will not be eligible for
any Title IV financial assistance for the following academic year.
D. Upon presentation of evidence of medical emergencies or other legitimate
personal or family exigencies, students who have been denied financial
assistance under this policy may appeal to the campus officer designated by the
President.
E. Title IV programs are:
1. Federal Pell Grant (FPELL)
2. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
3. Federal Work-Study Program (FWSP)
4. Federal Perkins Loan (FPERK)
5. Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFELP)
a. Federal Direct Stafford Subsidized
b. Federal Direct Stafford Unsubsidized
c. Federal Direct PLUS
6. Connecticut Aid for Public College Student Grant Program (CAPs)
Financial Aid Application Process
To apply for financial aid, the following Basic Required Documents have to be
submitted all together as a package to the Office of Financial Aid:
1. All Students: Student Aid Report (SAR). [Complete and sign the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Be sure to list CCSU’s Federal
School Code #001378 in Step 6 of the FAFSA. Mail the FAFSA to the federal
processor. Families are encouraged to file on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Your SAR
will be prepared from the information you provide in the FAFSA and will be sent
to you by the processor.]
Note: Listing CCSU’s Federal School Code in the
FAFSA allows CCSU to electronically download the SAR information.
2. All Students: Signed copy of the student’s Federal Income Tax Return
(including all attachments and W2s); or if a tax return is not filed, a signed,
completed, Non-Filer Form with supporting documentation attached.
3. Dependent Students Only: Signed copy of the parent’s Federal Income Tax
Return (including all attachments and W2s); or if a tax return is not filed, a
signed, completed Non-Filer Form with supporting documentation attached.
Incoming freshmen and transfer students are considered for
financial aid when admitted to the University, but only if the required
application forms have been received at Central Connecticut State University’s
Financial Aid Office.
Part-time students must be matriculated (formally accepted by
Central Connecticut State University’s Office of Admissions) before the aid
application will be reviewed. Eligibility will be determined as complete
applications are filed.
Notification of Awards
The Award Letter outlines the types and amounts of aid offered.
This notification indicates the most equitable offer based upon the information
provided and the funds available to the University. The availability of funds
from Federal and State programs is subject to federal and state appropriations
and to changes in Federal and State legislation and regulations.
Questions regarding procedure or awards should be directed to the
Financial Aid Office, Central Connecticut State university, 1615 Stanley Street,
New Britain, CT 06050, (860) 832-2200.
Scholarships
Honors Scholarships
The Honors Program has a limited number of full and half merit scholarships
covering all or part of in-state tuition and student fees. These scholarships
may be held for up to eight terms, with award and renewal based on academic
excellence.
For more information on the Honors Program, refer to the Special Programs
section of this catalog. For information on scholarships, please contact Dr. Joe
McKeon, Co-Director, Honors Program, Marcus White Hall, Room 316, Central
Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT 06050.
CCSU Foundation Scholarships
The following scholarships are administered by the CCSU Foundation, Inc.
Inquiries should be made in writing to the CCSU Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 612,
New Britain, CT 06050.
Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity
Scholarship — awarded to an undergraduate student who demonstrates a
record of service to his or her community and school
Pauline M. Alt Teacher Education Scholarship — awarded to full-time
undergraduates with grade point averages of 3.25 or better, with preference
given to elementary education majors
Pauline M. Alt Women’s Re-entry Scholarship — awarded to
matriculated undergraduates, with preference given to women who have returned to
higher education following an absence of three or more years
Justus Beach Scholarship — awarded to a full-time
undergraduate minority student majoring in any of Central Connecticut State
University’s teacher preparation programs
Joseph Bellomo Scholarship Fund — awarded annually to varsity
athletes on the softball team
Karen Beyard Scholarship — provides support for a full-time
employee at CCSU in a bargaining unit that does not provide tuition waivers
Blake Scholarship Fund — awarded annually to members of
varsity men’s track and cross-country teams
Ruthe Boyea Scholarship — awarded by the Committee on the
Concerns of Women, to a recipient showing promise of outstanding academic and
career potential and support for the enhancement of women
Stephen & Marie Burg & Family Scholarship — awarded
annually to a junior- or senior-level student in the School of Technology with
outstanding academic and career potential
Business Education Graduate Award — given annually to an
alumnus who has completed bachelor’s degree requirements in Business Education
at Central Connecticut State University
Frank D. Cannata Scholarship Fund — awarded to seniors with
the highest cumulative grade point averages in accounting
Ann C. Denault Scholarship — provides support for graduates from
Crosby High School who have been accepted to the Professional Program for early
childhood education
Friends of New Britain High School Football Scholarship — awarded to
first-year students who have participated in varsity football at New Britain
High School
CCSU Foundation Scholars — 10 four-year, renewable
scholarships awarded to incoming first-year students on the basis of a
competitive math and English exam
William Chatfield Fund — made annually to a junior or senior
majoring in Technology Education
Esther Murray Clarke Scholarship — given to a junior enrolled
in the School of Education and Professional Studies’ elementary education
teacher preparation program
Class of 1940 Scholarship — awarded annually to a junior or
senior in any teacher preparation program
Class of 1953 Scholarship Fund — awarded to junior-level
students in education with minimum grade point averages of 3.00 and demonstrated
records of community service
CSEA — Chapter 31 — awarded annually to
CCSU faculty children
William Detrick Basketball Scholarship — awarded to members
of the men’s or women’s varsity basketball teams
M. DeLott Garber Scholarship Fund — available to juniors in
the School of Education and Professional Studies
Educational Support Services Scholarship Fund — for students
enrolled in the Educational Opportunity Program or the Connecticut Collegiate
Awareness Program
Geary Memorial Fund — awarded to junior-level students
majoring in elementary education, special education or engineering technology
Norman Gerber Scholarship — awarded to an active member of
the Central Connecticut State University intercollegiate golf team
Graduate Student Association Scholarship — awarded to matriculated
graduate students who have completed at least 15 credits and earned a minimum
cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher and who demonstrate exemplary involvement in
University and/or community service activities
Martin & Sophie Grzyb Memorial Fund — awarded to a student of
American birth who excels in Polish Studies at Central Connecticut State
University
Jay Thomas Gugerty Scholarship — given annually to Industrial
Technology and Engineering Technology majors with preference to students
majoring in electrical systems or power transmission
Paul Hochstim German Scholar Exchange — support for scholarly
exchanges between German universities and Central Connecticut State University
C. J. Huang Endowment — to support exchange of faculty,
students and staff with Ouyang Yu Middle School in Hunan Province, Peoples
Republic of China
John Huntington Athletic Training Scholarship — awarded to a senior
completing requirements for athletic training certification
Paul Jones Fund — awarded to matriculated students in the
B.S.N. program
Richard L. Judd Scholarship — awarded to University students
who have demonstrated exemplary involvement and leadership in student or
community activities
G. Wesley Ketcham Scholarship Fund — given to a full-time
junior or senior in technology education
Ki Hoon Kim Scholarship Fund — support for Korean and
Japanese students attending Central Connecticut State University and for
University faculty and students to study or do research in Korea
Koh Scholarship Fund — for students of Korean descent or
United States citizens studying in the Republic of Korea
Ruth Schlichting Kossyta Scholarship — awarded to
undergraduate students accepted to the Professional Program who are preparing
for careers in elementary or secondary school teaching
Abraham F. Kotkin Scholarship — awarded to an upper level
student from New Britain who presents evidence of civic involvement and
community service
Carl Krein Scholarship — awarded to students in athletic training
Valle P. Lattanzio Scholarship — given annually to a
matriculated student at Central Connecticut State University pursuing a bachelor’s
degree and certification in elementary education
Lester Levine Scholarship Fund — awarded annually to a junior
or senior majoring in education
Litton Industries Scholarship — awarded to junior or senior
students in the School of Technology on the basis of scholastic achievement and
character
Florence Widger Lohse Scholarship Fund — awarded to an education
major
James A. & Mary Hayes Lord Scholarship — available to a full-time
junior or senior in either the School of Education and Professional Studies or
the School of Technology
Robert Lord Trust — awarded to students who have demonstrated
exemplary involvement in campus and community service activities which enhance
student life
Henry W. Majlinger Endowed Scholarship Fund — awarded to
members of varsity football and baseball teams
Raymond D. & Ellen N. Martinsen Scholarship — awarded to
a student in any technology major in good academic standing
Thomas F. Martucci Scholarship Fund — awarded to an incoming
first-year student with a demonstrated record of participation and leadership in
extra-curricular activities who has graduated from Newington High School
William McInerney/Class of ’38 Scholarship — for junior- or
senior-level student enrolled in any School of Education and Professional
Studies teacher preparation program
Miano Memorial Fund — awarded to a junior-level student
chosen alternately from science or mathematics majors and arts or humanities
majors
Middlesex Mutual Assurance Company Scholarship — awarded to a junior
in the School of Business expressing a commitment to a career in the insurance
field
Lincoln Mongillo Scholarship — awarded to upper-level
students in construction management or civil/construction engineering technology
George R. Muirhead Scholarship — assists students with academic
exchanges in the United Kingdom
Yoko Niibo Scholarship — benefits the exchange of students
between Central Connecticut State University and Japanese or Korean universities
OKAY Industries Scholarship — awarded annually to a junior-
or senior-level student in the mechanical engineering program with a cumulative
grade point average of 3.0 or higher
Ted Owen Track & Field Scholarship — awarded to varsity
athletes on the cross country or track teams
Emily Pirog Scholarship — awarded annually to an
undergraduate student in athletic training
Francis J. Rio Scholarship — awarded to undergraduate
students studying for a degree leading to public school teacher certification in
the natural sciences
David Ross Scholarship — awarded to the undergraduate
student(s) named as the Outstanding Volunteer of the Year at the Student
Organizations Recognition Program
A. Todd Sagraves Scholarship — awarded to State Certified
Marketing Education Teacher Coordinators and Distributive Education Clubs of
America (“DECA”) Advisers who are graduates of Central Connecticut State
University
SGA Scholarship GPA of — awarded to
matriculated undergraduate students who have demonstrated exemplary involvement
and leadership in the University community and who have earned a minimum
cumulative 2.50 or higher
Jack Suydam Scholarship — awarded to active members of the men’s or
women’s varsity swimming teams
William & Josephine (Bertino) Tansey Scholarship — given
annually to a student majoring in mathematics education (mathematics teacher
preparation)
Thaddeus Torp Scholarship — awarded to students who have made an
outstanding contribution to the Department of Theatre
Jerome Vigdor Memorial Fund — awarded to a graduating senior
majoring in economics who has been accepted for graduate studies at an
accredited college or university
Virginia Wicks Vidich Scholarship — supports students who have the
underlying character and ability to be successful but whose personal, economic
or social circumstances have put them at risk
Paul Vouras Award — presented to the graduating senior with
the highest cumulative grade point average of a student majoring in social
science, geography, sociology, political science, economics or history
Elizabeth Walden Scholarship — awarded to active participants
in a University select choral ensemble
H. G. Peter Wallach Scholarship — awarded to an undergraduate
with 30 or more credits who has demonstrated an understanding of current issues
in civil liberties and constitutional law, or who will be engaging in study in
Germany
Stella Willins Scholarship — awarded to a business education student
of outstanding merit
Michael J. Witty Scholarship Fund — given to students in the School
of Business majoring in accounting, with preference given to a student who
demonstrates special ability and interest in taxation
WKND Scholarship Initiative — Book scholarships to
first-time, first year, full-time undergraduates from an accredited high school
in Hartford, East Hartford, Bloomfield and Windsor
Alvin B. Wood Scholarship Fund — awarded to a minority
student with a minimum of 24 credits completed and demonstrated leadership and
service to the University
John Zubretsky Scholarship — awarded to students enrolled in
an academic program leading to public school science teacher certification
University Scholarships
For information about the following scholarships, please contact the departments
noted.
Anna-Bubser-Judd Trust Scholarship — granted annually to
minority students from Hartford who graduate from approved high school programs
(Contact Office of Admissions)
CCSU Accounting Society Scholarship — awarded to an accounting major
who has earned a minimum of 72 credits and has displayed academic merit and club
involvement, contingent on availability of funds (Contact Accounting Department)
Jack Arute Scholarship — awarded annually to an outstanding graduate
from a New Britain area high school, i.e. New Britain High School (Contact
Office of Recruitment and Admissions)
Class of 1971 Scholarship — established for members or the
children of members of the Class of 1971 (Contact Professor G. B. Miller,
Mathematical Sciences)
Herbert D. Welte Scholarship Fund — established for students in
international studies who need financial assistance (Contact the George R.
Muirhead Center for International Education)