Types of Aid

By completing the FAFSA, Cass Career Center will be able to determine if you are eligible to receive federal/state loans and/or grants. 

Federal Loan Programs

• Federal Direct Loan - Subsidized
  Based on financial need. Interest does not accrue as long as you are enrolled at least half time. 
• Federal Direct Loan - Unsubsidized
  Not based on need. Interest accrues once the funds are drawn down.
• Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan
  Offered to a qualified parent of a dependent student with financial aid eligibility.

Federal/State Grant Programs

• Federal Pell Grant
  Based on financial need. Awarded to eligible students.
• Access MO State Grant (Missouri Department of Higher Education)
  Based on financial need. Awarded to eligible students.
• Missouri Fast Track Workforce Incentive State Grant 
  Based on financial need. Awarded to eligible students.
• Missouri A+ Scholarship Program
  Not need based. Funds are awarded to eligible students. Deadline to apply: February 1
• Vocational Rehabilitation 
• Veteran's Administration 

Scholarships

• Scholarships 
  Available to eligible students. See our Grants & Scholarships page for more information.
   

Alternative Loans

• Alternative Student Loans
  • Nursing Student Loan Program - State Awarded
  • Private - not government funded - loans not based on need. You are advised to speak with a financial aid counselor before pursuing a private loan.

Loan Repayment

• Loan Repayment
  Learn about exit counseling, grace periods, repayment options, loan forgiveness, and more.