Financial Aid Overview
Mission Statement
The Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid is charged with maintaining the university standard for providing outstanding student financial aid service and choice, who without financial assistance would not be able to attend an institution of higher learning. The Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid strives to maximize available funds and exercise good stewardship per the United States Department of Education. The continuous goals are to assist in the recruitment and retention of students, improve service to students and support long range enrollment and campus planning goals.
6,726
Students
By the numbers: Our campus is home to many students, representing a diverse range of backgrounds and interests, all pursuing their academic and personal goals with passion and purpose.
80%
Minority
Our campus celebrates inclusivity and is proud to have a vibrant community of minority students, who bring unique perspectives and enrich our campus culture with their diverse experiences and contributions.
70%
Female Students
Our campus is proud to have a student body that is 70% female, reflecting our commitment to promoting gender equality and empowering women to pursue their academic and career aspirations with confidence and success.
17:1
Students to Faculty
Our campus provides a personalized learning experience that fosters strong relationships between students and faculty, promotes academic excellence, and prepares students for success in their chosen fields.
How do I apply for financial aid?
We know that applying for financial aid can be overwhelming, and confusing for some students and families. We are here to assist you with each step of the process. In order to be eligible and receive a financial aid award that includes Federal grants, student loans, or work-study assistance, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For more information on applying for Federal student aid, go to fafsa.ed.gov. If you need assistance completing the FAFSA application, you can contact us at finaid@uncfsu.edu, or call us at (910) 672-1325.
FAFSA Assistance 2022-2023 For assistance with completing your 2022-2023 FAFSA, please visit the link below. 2022-2023 FAFSA Assistance
Any student who submits a FAFSA application may be subject to a process called verification. Verification is the process in which the institution reviews the information provided on the FAFSA application for accuracy. Approximately 30% of students are selected for verification by the U.S. Department of Education. If selected, you will be required to submit documents such as tax returns, W2s, and/or verification of non-filer letters.
All documents/information must be submitted to the Office of Financial Aid. Please choose one of the following methods to submit documentation:
- E-mail: finaid@uncfsu.edu
- Fax: (910) 672-1423
- Mail: 1200 Murchison Road, Fayetteville, NC 28301
- Drop off Box: Lily Building, 1st Floor
Please allow 7-10 business day for the verification process once all requested documents have been submitted to the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
Financial aid is money (grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships) provided by various agencies (federal, state and local governments, colleges, community organizations, private corporations and individuals) to help students meet the cost of attending college.
Our Federal, Title IV, school code is 002928.
There are four main types of aid: grants, work-study, scholarships, and loans:
Grants
Grants, such as the Federal Pell Grant, Federal SEOG, and UNC Need Based Grant are free assistance that does not need to be repaid.
North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship is free assistance that does not need to be repaid.
Work-study
Federal Work-Study provides you an opportunity to work and earn money for school. Students work no more than 15 hours per week and are paid every two weeks.
Scholarships
Students can apply for an array of scholarship opportunities through the university’s departments, the Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid, and external agencies. Contact our Financial Aid office for additional information.
Loans
Loans, such as the Federal Stafford Loan, are low interest and need to be paid back after you complete school or cease to be enrolled at least half time (6 credit hours for an undergraduate student and 4.5 credit hours for a graduate student).
The NC Promise Tuition Plan is a program for three strategically located universities across NC where yearly tuition is $1,000. See how Fayetteville State compares to these costs.
You can visit the Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid to learn more about the financial aid process and requirements.
Contact
Office of Financial Aid
Fayetteville State University
Lilly Building, First Floor
1200 Murchison Road
Fayetteville, NC 28301-4298
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm
Saturday/Sunday: Closed
Phone: (910) 672-1325
Fax: (910) 672-1423
Toll Free: 1-800-368-4210
finaid@uncfsu.edu
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