Gap funding can help cover the remaining cost of education after financial aid, including grants, scholarships, and federal student loans, has been applied.
Before exploring additional funding options, complete these steps:
- Complete the FAFSA: Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
- Check Outstanding Requirements: Review your FlashLine Financial Aid Dashboard and complete any pending tasks or document requests.
- Review Financial Aid Notifications: Check your dashboard for important updates or required actions.
- Review and Accept Financial Aid: Accept or decline any aid offered. If accepting federal loans, complete Entrance Counseling and the Master Promissory Note (MPN) at StudentAid.gov.
Additional Funding Options
- Monthly Payment Plan
- Spread eligible fall or spring semester costs into monthly payments. Learn more about payment plans.
- Direct PLUS Loan (For Parents Only)
- Parents may apply for a credit-based Direct PLUS Loan. Students may qualify for additional federal loan eligibility if a parent’s application is denied. Learn more about loans.
- Private Student Loans
- Explore private education loans. A creditworthy cosigner may be required.
- Special Circumstances Application
- If your family’s financial situation has changed significantly since submitting the FAFSA, you may qualify to submit a Special Circumstance Application.
- Outside Scholarships
- Search for local and other reputable scholarship opportunities through ScholarshipUniverse..
- Education Savings Plan
- If you have a 529 education savings plan, contact your provider to arrange payment to Kent State at least two weeks before the billing due date.
- Room and Meal Plan Options
- Kent Campus students living on campus can review room costs and meal plan options to identify potential savings.
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