Tuition & Financial Aid

Funding Your Education

Many students – both full- and part-time qualify for some form of financial aid. Learn more about the options that may be available to you as a College of Professional Studies student or contact a financial aid counselor for a consultation.

Please note: To be considered for financial aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more about Applying for Aid .

Federal and State Grants

As a College of Professional Studies undergraduate student, you may be eligible for a Federal Pell Grant or other federal or state grant that does not need to be repaid. Some grants are need-based and are based on your estimated family contribution (EFC). Eligibility also may depend on your program of study or state of residence.

Find information on Federal and State grants.

Federal Loans

Federal loans may be subsidized or unsubsidized, but must be repaid. A subsidized loan is awarded based on financial need and the federal government pays interest that accrues while you are in school. An unsubsidized loan is not based on need and you must pay the interest that accrues while you are in school (monthly or deferred and capitalized).

Find information on Federal Loans.

Scholarships

CPS General Scholarships

Thanks to the generosity of our alumni and faculty, we are fortunate to be able to offer a limited number of scholarships to upper-level undergraduate CPS students with financial need. The CPS General Scholarships are awarded once a year during the summer. The 2012-13 CPS scholarship application is now available. Selections for scholarships are made based on a variety of factors, which may include: financial need, academic merit, and personal circumstances.

Community College Scholarships

Urban Education Community College Scholarship

  • The  Urban Education Community College Scholarship is for incoming students new to the College of Professional Studies. The scholarship was created to support bachelor’s degree-seeking students who intend to become teachers in urban schools. In order to apply for this scholarship through Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies, you must meet the following requirements:
    • Work or volunteer in one of the following
      • Public or private urban school
      • Community-based program or initiative
      • And/or are committed to becoming a teacher in an urban school
    • U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident
    • Graduate or soon-to-be graduate from a Massachusetts community college with an associate degree and will pursue a bachelor’s degree at the College of Professional Studies
    • Minimum GPA of 2.5
    • Application deadlines are:   June 1, 2012, October 1, 2012,  and February 1, 2013
    • To learn further about the scholarship criteria, requirements, and to apply, please download and fill out the application

Community College Technology & Engineering Scholarship

  • The  Community College Technology & Engineering Scholarship  was created to support bachelor’s degree-seeking students who intend to pursue an engineering and/or technology program that aligns with today’s industry needs. To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must be seeking one of the following degrees (in any course format):
    • Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
    • Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology in Computer Engineering Technology
    • Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering Technology
    • Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering Technology
    • Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
    • Bachelor of Science in Operations Technology
    • Bachelor of Science in Technical Communication
  • In order to apply for this scholarship through Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies, you must meet the following requirements:
    • U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident
    • Graduate or soon-to-be graduate from a Massachusetts community college with an associate degree and will pursue a bachelor’s degree at the College of Professional Studies in one of the aforementioned degree programs
    • Minimum GPA of 2.5
    • Application Deadlines are June 1, 2012, October 1, 2012 and February 1, 2013
    • To learn further about the scholarship criteria, requirements, and to apply, please download and fill out the application

Global Excellence Scholarship

  • The  Global Excellence Scholarship  was created to support students interested in global peer-to-peer learning by engaging with students from countries around the globe in the Bachelor of Science in Leadership – Global Classroom degree completion program. In order to apply for this scholarship through Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies, you must meet the following requirements:
    • U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident
    • Graduate or soon to be graduate from a community college with an associate’s degree and will pursue the Bachelor of Science in Leadership – Global Classroom degree completion program from the College of Professional Studies
    • Minimum GPA of 2.5
    • Application deadlines are June 1, 2012, October 1, 2012 and February 1, 2013
    • To learn further about the scholarship criteria, requirements, and to apply, please download and fill out the application 

Double Husky Scholarship

Northeastern University also offers the Double Husky Scholarship to alumni who have graduated with a Northeastern bachelor's degree. Learn about the Double Husky Scholarship.

For further information, please listen to our Double Husky Scholarship webinar.

Supplemental Loans

You may choose to investigate private loans to assist in funding your education. Northeastern has compiled helpful information about researching and applying for private loans. Get more information about Supplemental Loans.

Employer Reimbursement

Some employers may reimburse some or all of the costs of your education. You’ll never know if you don’t ask! Reach out to your human resources department and inquire about employer reimbursement. Be sure you understand the terms of our Third-Party Reimbursement Policy before enrolling in a program.

Payment Plans

The Northeastern Monthly Payment Plan, administered by Sallie Mae®, allows you to divide your education costs into manageable, convenient monthly installments. The Payment Plan is interest-free and can be used alone or in combination with financial aid, grants, and loans.

Get more information on the Monthly Payment Plan.

For more information about Financial Aid for College of Professional Studies students, please visit Student Financial Services.

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