Students from countries different from the U.S. and Canada should contact either the Student Assistance Office or the Education Department of their corresponding countries to verify if any loan program is available.
Eligibility for financial aid is determined by the student’s financial situation and the costs associated with attending the institution, called the "budget" or "cost of education".
The components of a student’s budget include direct costs (tuition, fees, books, and supplies) and indirect costs (room and board, personal expenses, and transportation) as prescribed by the U.S. Department of Education.
Students anticipating the need for financial assistance to cover part or all of their educational expenses should undertake early planning in order to make the necessary arrangements.
