Types of Financial Aid

Types of Financial Aid

Scholarships

Scholarships are financial awards that do not need to be repaid.

They may be awarded based on:

  • Academic achievement
  • Talent or leadership
  • Institutional programs

Grants & Loans

Institutional Grants

 Lakeland University awards need-based institutional grant funding to help families manage the cost of continued education. Determination of Lakeland grant funds is based upon the results of the FAFSA and the student’s application for admission.

Wisconsin State Aid

 Qualified Wisconsin residents may be eligible for state aid, including: 

  • Wisconsin Grant 
  • TIP Grant 
  • Indian Student Assistance Grant

Determination of state aid is based upon the results of the FAFSA. Information regarding these programs is available at www.heab.state.wi.us/programs.html.

Federal Aid

Determination of federal aid is based upon the results of the FAFSA. Sources of federal aid include:

  • Pell Grant
  • Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
  • Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans
  • PLUS Loan (Parent Loan)
  • Federal Work Study - Not a grant or loan. Funds must be earned by working a part-time campus position. Funds are paid directly to students based on hourly earned wages via a bi-monthly paycheck.

Information regarding Federal aid is available at studentaid.ed.gov.

Additional Assistance

  • DVR Grants (Department of Vocational Rehabilitation)
  • Tribal Grants
  • Gear-Up Grants
  • Veterans Educational Benefits
  • Private Scholarships
  • Tuition Reimbursement (Some Cooperative Education Partners provide tuition reimbursement for part-time employments.)

Student Employment

Federal Work Study provides part-time employment opportunities for eligible students.

Students earn wages that can help cover educational expenses.

Our counselors can help you:

  • Understand financial aid
  • Compare loan options
  • Estimate your total cost
  • Scholarship opportunities

Meet with a Financial Aid Counselor

Frequently Asked Questions

For priority consideration, complete the FAFSA by Feb. 1 each year.

  • Login to my.lakeland.edu
  • Click on the “quick link” on the left side of the page that says, “Financial Aid Student Access (NetPartner)"
  • Click on the Menu on the top left of Net Partner
  • Documents and Messages
  • Click on the link to complete the application.
  • Login to my.lakeland.edu
  • Click on the “quick link” on the left side of the page that says, “Financial Aid Student Access (NetPartner)"
  • Click on the Menu on the top left of Net Partner
  • Accept Awards
      • Need to agree to terms and conditions to get to award page.
      • To accept or decline aid, need to scroll the award section to the right to change from “pending” to accept or decline. Then submit.

    Financial Aid Policies

    Lakeland University follows federal, state, and institutional financial aid policies that determine eligibility for financial aid programs. Students are responsible for understanding the requirements associated with their financial aid, including their rights and responsibilities as a recipient.

    Review important information about financial aid eligibility, maintaining aid, receiving and using financial aid, and your rights and responsibilities as a Lakeland student.

    View Financial Aid Policies
    Financial Aid Guide

    Topics Include:

    • Financial aid eligibility
    • Satisfactory Academic Progress
    • Enrollment requirements
    • Withdrawal policies
    Donwload Financial Aid Guide
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