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You don't have to navigate financial aid alone.

University of Maryland Global Campus is committed to helping you find ways to meet, manage, and lower your education costs through a variety of financing and payment options. When it comes to covering your college expenses, you have choices. Federal student financial aid, loans, grants, and scholarships are available to help fund your degree. Plus, you may qualify for employer-provided tuition assistance and/or military benefits. Your eligibility is based on your current financial need and other factors.

Ways to Make Your Education More Affordable

Explore the options below and decide which ones are the best fit for your life and budget.

Federal Financial Aid

Find out how to apply for financial aid, including grants and loans, at UMGC.

Military & Veterans Benefits

You may be eligible for a wide range of financial options available to the military at UMGC.

Interest-Free Monthly Payment Plan

Make your education expenses affordable with an interest-free monthly payment plan at UMGC.

FAFSA Changes 2024–2025

The U.S. Department of Education is making significant changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form and process for the upcoming 2024–2025 aid year. Stay up-to-date on the latest changes and find out how they affect you.

Federal Student Aid Changes 2024–2025

How to Pay for College at UMGC

Explore ways to make your education affordable. Learn how University of Maryland Global Campus works with you to develop a custom plan to cover tuition.

Helping You Achieve More for Less

Each year, thousands of �Ҹ�� students are benefiting from the many tuition and financing options we offer to make college education more affordable.

Matthew L. (left), Minneapolis, MN

57%

Received Financial Aid

$259M

Awarded in Financial Aid

30K+

Financial Aid Recipients

When you transfer from using active-duty Tuition Assistance to veterans benefits, it can be difficult, but �Ҹ�� advisors are helpful. They walk you through it and make it simple.

Jerina Leach BS Criminal Justice

I try to facilitate anything the student needs—from questions about academic programs to questions about benefits and tuition assistance to career advice. I feel like the advisors are the heart of the university. We're on the front lines, talking with our students every day and working to get them what they need and want.

Melinda Robinson Veteran: Air Force & Admissions Advisor

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Our helpful admissions advisors can help you choose an academic program to fit your career goals, estimate your transfer credits, and develop a plan for your education costs that fits your budget. If you’re a current �Ҹ�� student, please visit the Help Center.

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