Financial Aid
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Did You Know?
Most of our D&E students access financial aid opportunities through a combination of scholarships, grants and federal loans. Our team is here to help you discover your best path forward.
The Number Tell a Story.
Be One of Many
Be One of Many
99% of D&E students receive some form of financial aid.
99% of D&E students receive some form of financial aid.
Package Deal
Package Deal
$34,000 is the average financial aid package from all sources.
$34,000 is the average financial aid package from all sources.
Nine is a Magic Number
Nine is a Magic Number
9 is the number of scholarships for which you may qualify.
9 is the number of scholarships for which you may qualify.
Step Right Up
Step Right Up
There are only 3 steps to apply for financial aid.
There are only 3 steps to apply for financial aid.
Scholarships
There are a variety of scholarships you can apply for. Davis & Elkins has compiled a complete list so that you can see your options and potential funding sources.
Let's Get It Started
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Many sources of aid are based on financial need. To apply for need-based assistance, start here.
Step 1
Go to FAFSA.gov to complete your application online after October 1 for the following academic year (to begin the following August). The earlier, the better! Be sure to include Davis & Elkins College (003811) as your college of choice.
Step 2
The U.S. Department of Education will send you your FAFSA Submission Summary (FFS). Look it over to make sure all the information is correct. The FFS will come to us, too.
Step 3
Log back into your FAFSA account to make corrections to your FFS if needed. Notify D&E of the changes.
Attn: WV Residents
If you’re a WV resident and want to apply to the following state programs, you need to fill out the FAFSA first. Be sure to hit these deadlines to attend school that fall:
WV PROMISE Scholarship – Submit FAFSA by March 1
WV Higher Ed Grant – Submit FAFSA by April 15
Student Loans
Loans are money for college that you have to pay back, plus interest. The good news is that student loans are among the lowest-interest loans you can get, especially the ones offered by the federal government. Federal loans may be subsidized if you qualify. This means the U.S. Department of Education pays the interest while you’re in school at least half-time and for six months after you graduate.
Under the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program, you can apply for:
- Federal Direct Loans (to students)
- Parent PLUS loans (to parents/guardians of students)
If you don’t qualify for a federal loan, or need additional funding beyond your federal student loan, our Office of Financial Aid can make recommendations for reputable private student loan lenders.
Student loans are a great way to help pay for school, but it’s still a good idea to reduce the amount you have to repay as much as possible. Apply for as much money from scholarships and grants you qualify for and calculate how much you can make from student employment.
