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Information for School of Continuing Studies StudentsLiberal Studies Program
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SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES DEGREE PROGRAMS Georgetown University does not offer scholarships to students enrolled in the Liberal Studies (Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies, or "BALS"; Master of Arts in Liberal Studies, or "MALS"); and Master of Professional Studies ("MPS") degree programs, due to limited funding and the program's special tuition rate. Below follow some of the most commonly used means of financing a Liberal Studies degree. Federal AidMinimum Enrollment Requirements for Federal Aid Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies (BALS) students enrolled for only three credits may be eligible for a Federal Pell Grant, but they are not eligible for federal loans. BALS students must be enrolled for a minimum of six credits to apply for a federal loan. Masters of Arts in Liberal Studies (MALS) students must be enrolled a minimum of six credits to apply for a federal loan. Graduate students are not eligible for Federal Pell Grants. Federal Pell Grants (BALS degree candidates only) - Federal Pell Grants are awarded by the U.S. Department of Education to first-degree undergraduate students they determine to have great financial need. The amount of each individual grant award depends on program funding and the student's eligibility and enrollment status. Students apply for the Federal Pell Grant by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).Federal Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans - These are government sponsored low interest loans. The federal government pays the interest accruing on a subsidized loan while the student is enrolled at least half-time. Under the unsubsidized loan program, interest accrual begins at disbursement and may be paid as it accrues or capitalized. Repayment of principal and interest begins six months after a student’s last enrollment on at least a half-time basis. Private Loans for Liberal Studies UndergraduatesUndergraduate students may apply directly to private lenders for funding. Eligibility is based on credit history and in some cases, ability to repay. When a private loan is approved, the GU Office of Student Financial Services is required to certify costs and enrollment. The maximum amount that a student may borrow per academic period is the total cost of attendance budget minus all financial aid received. PLUS Loans for Liberal Studies Graduate Students The student borrower must be a US citizen or an eligible non-citizen, enrolled at least half-time, not default on any prior loans or owe a refund on any Federal student aid programs. The student borrower must complete the current year FAFSA to determine eligibility. The maximum amount that a student may borrow per academic period is the total cost of attendance budget minus all financial aid received. Practical Tips for Liberal Studies Students
Outside Grants Students can also consider funding that might be available from groups with which they are associated, such as professional organizations, fraternal groups, unions, corporations, and churches. The following websites offer free scholarship search assistance.
Other sites that may be of interest to Liberal Studies students:
Part-Time Employment Though the majority of degree candidates in the Liberal Studies Program are career-oriented professionals, there is part-time employment available through the GU Employment Referral Service (http://seo.georgetown.edu). The GU Employment Referral Service lists over 2,500 part-time, temporary, and summer jobs in the D.C. metropolitan area each year. A wide range of part-time employment opportunities are available in all sectors of the local market, including professional associations, research institutes, finance, law, governmental affairs, museums and the arts, as well as retail and food service positions. Students can also review temporary listings for information about one-time or short term jobs like home or child care, party help, yard work, or brief office assignments. Many of these opportunities for "quick cash" are within walking or short commuting distance of the University. Tuition Assistance – Georgetown Employees Full-time
Georgetown employees (Faculty, Staff, and Academic Administrative Professionals)
may be eligible for tuition benefits for participation in the Liberal Studies
Program. Contact Georgetown Office of
Faculty and Staff Benefits for more information about the
Tuition
Assistance Program (TAPs). Paralegal Studies Programs are registered with Georgetown University. Students enrolled at least half-time may be eligible for federal financial aid. To determine eligibility for financial aid, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This form is available online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/. When completing the FAFSA application, please pay close attention to the following questions: Question 28: Paralegal Studies students are "5th year/other undergraduate". Do not answer the question as a graduate student. Question 29: Paralegal Studies students are considered "Certificate or diploma (occupational, technical or educational program of less than two years)". Please see the annual loan limit chart for maximum federal loan amounts. Paralegal studies students can borrow up to the annual limits of a 4th year undergraduate. Students in the Paralegal Studies Program are considered undergraduate students and not eligible for the Graduate Plus Loan. Federal Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans - These are government sponsored low interest loans. The federal government pays the interest accruing on a subsidized loan while the student is enrolled at least half-time. Under the unsubsidized loan program, interest accrual begins at disbursement and may be paid as it accrues or capitalized. Repayment of principal and interest begins six months after a student’s last enrollment on at least a half-time basis. Tuition Assistance – Georgetown Employees
Georgetown employees (Faculty, Staff, and Academic Administrative Professionals)
may be eligible for tuition benefits in Center for Professional Development
offerings, depending on the chosen certificate of study. For specific
information on applicability of benefits towards CCPE offerings, please contact
Georgetown University's
Human Resources Department for more information about the
Tuition
Assistance Program (TAPs). CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – CENTER FOR CONTINUING AND PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION (CCPE) Neither Georgetown University nor the Federal Government offers financial aid to CCPE students, as the programs are part-time and non-credit certificate offerings. Private Funding There are options for CCPE tuition assistance through loans from private lenders. Students may wish to apply directly to private lenders for funding. For further information pertaining to loan options, please contact the CCPE Program Office at 202-687-7000. Some companies offer Employee Reimbursement options. CCPE will accept payment from employers willing to pay for all or portions of your tuition at CCPE. An agreement may be worked out between the student, employer and the appropriate CCPE Program Manager to devise a payment plan. Contact the CCPE Program Office for further assistance. Tuition Assistance – Georgetown Employees Georgetown employees (Faculty, Staff, and Academic Administrative Professionals) may be eligible for tuition benefits in Center for Professional Development offerings, depending on the chosen certificate of study. For specific information on applicability of benefits towards CCPE offerings, please contact Georgetown University's Human Resources Department for more information about the Tuition Assistance Program (TAPs).
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