Scholarships & Grants at Albertus Magnus College
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Scholarships & Grants at Albertus Magnus College
Scholarships & Grants
Understanding Your Financial Aid Offer Letter
|
Scholarships and Grants
|
How Your Financial Aid Offer was Determined
|
Next Steps
|
Disbursements and How You Receive Aid
|
Student Rights and Responsibilities
Albertus Magnus College provides a range of scholarship and grants to help make education
affordable for students and their families and for students to attain their educational
goals. These scholarships recognize the academic success and accomplishments of students.
In addition to the scholarships, Albertus automatically considers students for additional
need- based aid from the College, as well as financial aid from federal and state
sources. 100% of our incoming first year and transfer students receive financial aid.
First-Year Student Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded yearly to students of exceptional academic promise:
Scholarships
Presidential Scholarship
$33,000
Mohun Scholarship
$31,000
Devaney Scholarship
$29,000
St. Thomas Aquinas Scholarship
$25,000
Promise Award
$20,000
Select Awards
Students may receive these awards in addition to the merit scholarships above:
Select Awards
St. Catherine of Siena Award
$4,000
Awarded to graduates of Catholic high schools, Catholic college preparatory schools,
or students who are transferring from Catholic colleges or universities.
St. Dominic Award
$1,000 - $3,000
Accepted students may be awarded $1,000 per extracurricular activity listed below
(with a maximum of $3,000 awarded). For the scholarship to be awarded, students must
participate in activity, upon completion of the activity, the organizer of the activity
will let the Financial Aid Office know that the activity has been completed. The scholarship
will then be added to the student’s account. The activities must be completed during
the academic year.
For questions, contact the Financial Aid Office
(203) 773-8508
or
financial_aid@albertus.edu
Community Service (Minimum of 10 hours)
Choir/Music (Concert Band, Orchestra, Chorus)
Student Leadership (Leadership role in an organization non-athletic)
E-Sports (Organized Club or Organization)
Legacy Award
$1,000
Awarded to the children, step-children, and grandchildren of Albertus Magnus alumni.
The Catherine DeRicci Honors Program Award
$2,000
To be awarded to students who have been invited to join and agree to enroll in the
Albertus Magnus Honors Program.
The Pillar PTK Award
$1,000
Awarded to accepted transfer students that provide documentation of Phi Theta Kappa
membership.
Transfer Student Scholarships
A transfer student is eligible for a transfer scholarship ranging from
$10,000
to
$27,000
.
All merit scholarships are subject to change. Students must be enrolled full-time
for consecutive terms and remain in good academic standing to be eligible to receive
any annual scholarship.
Grants & Scholarships
A non-need based fund awarded by the College's Financial Aid Office.
Awarded by the College's Financial Aid Office based on demonstrated need.
Albertus offers a 10% discount on tuition to siblings when two or more siblings attend
simultaneously as full-time day students. Discount remains effective while both students
maintain full-time day status.
Bartolomé century Dominican historian and social reformer who defended the rights
of indigenous people and advocated for humane colonization policies. He is considered
to be one of the first human rights advocates. This
Bartolomé de las Casas Scholarship
(up to $500) is awarded to the spouse or child of a service member or veteran who
is new to Albertus and pursuing an undergraduate degree. A stepchild or adopted child
is also eligible. The applicant must provide a copy of the DD214 or DD220 Member-4
Page. This scholarship is applied to tuition and fees and books and supplies only.
The Bartolomé de las Casas Scholarship is annually renewable for recipients who maintain
Satisfactory Academic Progress and who remain enrolled full-time at Albertus. For
more information, please contact the Financial Aid Office at
(203) 773-8508
.
The
Connecticut Minority Teacher Incentive Program (MTIP)
provides grants and college loan payment stipends to Connecticut minority group members
who are enrolled undergraduates in teacher preparation programs as full-time students.
Students must be nominated for MTIP, which is to be completed by the Director of Education
Programs at Albertus Magnus College and complete Section A of the nomination form
by October 15th. MTIP loan stipend applications must also include proof of loans and
graduation to the Office of Higher Education and begin teaching in an accredited Connecticut
public elementary or secondary school within 16 months of graduation, and work full-time
at least 9 months in the same academic year. The form is then submitted to the Office
of Higher Education.
The
Federal Pell Grant Program
provides need-based grants to low-income undergraduates to promote access to postsecondary
education. The application for a Pell Grant is the Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA), but eligible students must complete all required missing documents to
receive the grant. Pell Grant awards are based on the 9-month Expected Family Contribution
(EFC) on the student’s valid FAFSA, the academic year structure, and the Cost of Attendance
(COA) for a full-time student for a full academic year. To receive a Pell Grant, a
student must meet the general eligibility requirements for Title IV aid.
The
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Program
provides assistance to exceptionally needy undergraduate students, matriculated in
a degree seeking program attending at least half- time. Application for FSEOG is through
the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students are
exceptionally needy if they have the lowest Expected Family Contributions (EFC). The
FSEOG first selection group of recipients includes Federal Pell Grant recipients.
Francisco de Vitoria was a Dominican theologian known for his work on human rights
and the importance of peacemaking and conciliation. He is considered to be a defender
of the oppressed. The
Francisco de Vitoria Scholarship
is awarded to an undergraduate student who is an honorably discharged or under honorable
conditions veteran. The student must provide proof of honorable discharge such as
a copy of the DD214 Member-4 Page. This scholarship (up to $500) is applied to tuition
and fees and books and supplies only. The Francisco de Vitoria Scholarship is annually
renewable for recipients who maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress and who remain
enrolled full-time at Albertus. For more information, please contact the Financial
Aid Office at
(203) 773-8508
.
The
Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant (IASG)
is given to an otherwise Pell-eligible student whose parent or guardian died as a
result of U.S. military service in Iraq or Afghanistan after September 11, 2011 if
at the time of the parent or guardian’s death, the student was either less than 24
years old or was enrolled at an institution of higher education. The application for
IASG is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), but eligible students
must complete all required missing documents to receive the grant. To receive IASG,
a student must meet the general eligibility requirements for Title IV aid.
The Silver Horn Scholarship Fund, created by Albertus Magnus College, helps offset
the gap when financial hardship occurs. Interested undergraduate students must request
an application from the Financial Aid Office. Students will be expected to provide
documentation for their unexpected financial hardship as well as a signed and dated
letter detailing their situation. To be eligible, a student must have earned a minimum
of 54 credits, with a minimum of 25 completed at Albertus Magnus College. Also, the
student must be maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress and have a valid FAFSA
on file. Please note that this is a one-time award with limited funding, and submitting
an application does not guarantee funding. For more information, please contact the
Financial Aid Office at (203) 773-8508 or at
financial_aid@albertus.edu
.
The
Connecticut Roberta B. Willis Scholarship Program Need-Merit-Based Scholarship (RWSP
Merit)
is for high school seniors who rank in the 20th percentile of their high school junior
year class, or college undergraduates who ranked in the top 20th percentile of their
high school senior year class and/or have a combined score on the Scholastic Aptitude
Test (SAT) of 1200 or higher or an American College Testing (ACT) score of 25 or higher.
Students must meet with their high school guidance counselors to complete and submit
an electronic application to the Office of Higher Education by February 15th. Additionally,
new applicants must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by February
15th and renewing students must submit a FAFSA by April 30th. The Office of Higher
Education submits a list of the recipients to the College.
The
Connecticut Roberta B. Willis Scholarship Program Need-Based Grant (RWSP)
is given to Connecticut residents who are undergraduate students enrolled at least
half-time and matriculated in a degree-seeking program. Application for RWSP is through
the completion of Free Application for the Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students receiving
a Connecticut Roberta B. Willis Scholarship Program Need-Merit Scholarship award are
ineligible to receive the RWSP Need-Based Grant.
Federal Work-Study
The
Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program
is a federally funded work program that provides on-campus positions for part-time
employment to eligible students with significant financial need.
Federal Loans
The
William D. Ford Federal Direct Stafford Loan Program
is awarded to students who have not met their annual loan limit, who have unmet needs,
and who have not met their Cost of Attendance (COA). A 1.057% origination fee will
be assessed on all Federal Direct Stafford Loan Disbursements whose first disbursement
occurs on or after October 1, 2020, and before October 1, 2026. Federal Direct Undergraduate
Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans have a 6.39% interest rate in 2025-2026.
The William D. Ford Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan Program (PLUS) is an unsubsidized
loan for parents of dependent students. To be considered eligible, the borrower must
be the student’s biological parent, adoptive parent, or stepparent. There is a loan
origination fee of 4.228% for all Direct PLUS Loans first disbursed on or after October
1, 2020, and before October 1, 2026. Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loans have a 8.94%
interest rate in 2025-2026. If a parent is denied for the PLUS loan, the student may
be eligible for an additional unsubsidized loan to help with funding. Parents can
apply for the PLUS loan at the following link:
https://studentaid.gov/plus-app/parent/landing
Alternative Financing Options
The Albertus Magnus College Financial Aid Office encourages students to apply for
outside scholarships to help reduce the amount of their out of pocket for tuition
and fees and reduce the amount of student loans borrowed. In addition to outside scholarships,
some families may choose to pursue additional federal and/or private loans. These
loans are credit-based and may require a co-signer. Please note that the credit check
can expire, so timely applications are needed.
If you have questions or need assistance determining what options are best for you
and your family, contact us to schedule an appointment to meet with a Financial Aid
Office counselor.
Outside Scholarships
The Financial Aid Office has compiled a list of all current outside scholarships,
which can be found on the “Outside Scholarships” Net Partner page.
Tuition Assistant Monthly Payment Plan
The College offers a monthly payment plan that allows you to make convenient interest-free
monthly payments through Tuition Assistant. Payment plans run from June-October for
the Fall semester and November-March for the Spring semester. Payments are processed
on the 20th of each month. Please contact the Bursar’s Office at (203) 786-3025 for
additional payment plan information.
Alternative/Private Loans
You may choose to pay for all or part of your education with loans from private lenders.
Visit www.elmselect.com to view a three-year historical list of preferred lenders
or visit the Financial Aid website page for consumer information regarding alternative
loan financing.
Overview
Traditional
Undergraduate Aid
Undergraduate Aid
Undergraduate Checklist
Scholarships & Grants
Net Price Calculator
College Financing Plan
Accelerated
Undergraduate Aid
Accelerated Aid
Accelerated Checklist
College Financing Plan
Organizational Partnership
Graduate Aid
Accelerated Aid
Accelerated Checklist
College Financing Plan
GOLD Scholarship
Organizational Partnership
Financial Aid Offer Guide
Overview
Understanding Your Financial Aid Offer Letter
Scholarships and Grants
How Your Financial Aid Offer was Determined
Next Steps
Disbursements and How You Receive Financial Aid
Student Rights & Responsibilities
Financial Aid Resources
Alternative Financing Options
Financial Aid News and Updates
Financial Literacy
Policies
FAQ
Forms
Work-Study
Tuition
UG Admissions
PGS Admissions
See Also:
Parent Resources
Contact
Financial Aid Office
Aquinas Hall, G1 Suite
financial_aid@albertus.edu
(800) 935-6621
(203) 773-8508
(203) 773–8972
Albertus Magnus College
700 Prospect Street
New Haven, CT 06511
Copyright ©
Albertus Magnus College, All Rights Reserved
Website Privacy and Cookie Policy
Copyright ©
Scholarships & Grants
Understanding Your Financial Aid Offer Letter
|
Scholarships and Grants
|
How Your Financial Aid Offer was Determined
|
Next Steps
|
Disbursements and How You Receive Aid
|
Student Rights and Responsibilities
Albertus Magnus College provides a range of scholarship and grants to help make education
affordable for students and their families and for students to attain their educational
goals. These scholarships recognize the academic success and accomplishments of students.
In addition to the scholarships, Albertus automatically considers students for additional
need- based aid from the College, as well as financial aid from federal and state
sources. 100% of our incoming first year and transfer students receive financial aid.
First-Year Student Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded yearly to students of exceptional academic promise:
Scholarships
Presidential Scholarship
$33,000
Mohun Scholarship
$31,000
Devaney Scholarship
$29,000
St. Thomas Aquinas Scholarship
$25,000
Promise Award
$20,000
Select Awards
Students may receive these awards in addition to the merit scholarships above:
Select Awards
St. Catherine of Siena Award
$4,000
Awarded to graduates of Catholic high schools, Catholic college preparatory schools,
or students who are transferring from Catholic colleges or universities.
St. Dominic Award
$1,000 - $3,000
Accepted students may be awarded $1,000 per extracurricular activity listed below
(with a maximum of $3,000 awarded). For the scholarship to be awarded, students must
participate in activity, upon completion of the activity, the organizer of the activity
will let the Financial Aid Office know that the activity has been completed. The scholarship
will then be added to the student’s account. The activities must be completed during
the academic year.
For questions, contact the Financial Aid Office
(203) 773-8508
or
financial_aid@albertus.edu
Community Service (Minimum of 10 hours)
Choir/Music (Concert Band, Orchestra, Chorus)
Student Leadership (Leadership role in an organization non-athletic)
E-Sports (Organized Club or Organization)
Legacy Award
$1,000
Awarded to the children, step-children, and grandchildren of Albertus Magnus alumni.
The Catherine DeRicci Honors Program Award
$2,000
To be awarded to students who have been invited to join and agree to enroll in the
Albertus Magnus Honors Program.
The Pillar PTK Award
$1,000
Awarded to accepted transfer students that provide documentation of Phi Theta Kappa
membership.
Transfer Student Scholarships
A transfer student is eligible for a transfer scholarship ranging from
$10,000
to
$27,000
.
All merit scholarships are subject to change. Students must be enrolled full-time
for consecutive terms and remain in good academic standing to be eligible to receive
any annual scholarship.
Grants & Scholarships
A non-need based fund awarded by the College's Financial Aid Office.
Awarded by the College's Financial Aid Office based on demonstrated need.
Albertus offers a 10% discount on tuition to siblings when two or more siblings attend
simultaneously as full-time day students. Discount remains effective while both students
maintain full-time day status.
Bartolomé century Dominican historian and social reformer who defended the rights
of indigenous people and advocated for humane colonization policies. He is considered
to be one of the first human rights advocates. This
Bartolomé de las Casas Scholarship
(up to $500) is awarded to the spouse or child of a service member or veteran who
is new to Albertus and pursuing an undergraduate degree. A stepchild or adopted child
is also eligible. The applicant must provide a copy of the DD214 or DD220 Member-4
Page. This scholarship is applied to tuition and fees and books and supplies only.
The Bartolomé de las Casas Scholarship is annually renewable for recipients who maintain
Satisfactory Academic Progress and who remain enrolled full-time at Albertus. For
more information, please contact the Financial Aid Office at
(203) 773-8508
.
The
Connecticut Minority Teacher Incentive Program (MTIP)
provides grants and college loan payment stipends to Connecticut minority group members
who are enrolled undergraduates in teacher preparation programs as full-time students.
Students must be nominated for MTIP, which is to be completed by the Director of Education
Programs at Albertus Magnus College and complete Section A of the nomination form
by October 15th. MTIP loan stipend applications must also include proof of loans and
graduation to the Office of Higher Education and begin teaching in an accredited Connecticut
public elementary or secondary school within 16 months of graduation, and work full-time
at least 9 months in the same academic year. The form is then submitted to the Office
of Higher Education.
The
Federal Pell Grant Program
provides need-based grants to low-income undergraduates to promote access to postsecondary
education. The application for a Pell Grant is the Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA), but eligible students must complete all required missing documents to
receive the grant. Pell Grant awards are based on the 9-month Expected Family Contribution
(EFC) on the student’s valid FAFSA, the academic year structure, and the Cost of Attendance
(COA) for a full-time student for a full academic year. To receive a Pell Grant, a
student must meet the general eligibility requirements for Title IV aid.
The
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Program
provides assistance to exceptionally needy undergraduate students, matriculated in
a degree seeking program attending at least half- time. Application for FSEOG is through
the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students are
exceptionally needy if they have the lowest Expected Family Contributions (EFC). The
FSEOG first selection group of recipients includes Federal Pell Grant recipients.
Francisco de Vitoria was a Dominican theologian known for his work on human rights
and the importance of peacemaking and conciliation. He is considered to be a defender
of the oppressed. The
Francisco de Vitoria Scholarship
is awarded to an undergraduate student who is an honorably discharged or under honorable
conditions veteran. The student must provide proof of honorable discharge such as
a copy of the DD214 Member-4 Page. This scholarship (up to $500) is applied to tuition
and fees and books and supplies only. The Francisco de Vitoria Scholarship is annually
renewable for recipients who maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress and who remain
enrolled full-time at Albertus. For more information, please contact the Financial
Aid Office at
(203) 773-8508
.
The
Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant (IASG)
is given to an otherwise Pell-eligible student whose parent or guardian died as a
result of U.S. military service in Iraq or Afghanistan after September 11, 2011 if
at the time of the parent or guardian’s death, the student was either less than 24
years old or was enrolled at an institution of higher education. The application for
IASG is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), but eligible students
must complete all required missing documents to receive the grant. To receive IASG,
a student must meet the general eligibility requirements for Title IV aid.
The Silver Horn Scholarship Fund, created by Albertus Magnus College, helps offset
the gap when financial hardship occurs. Interested undergraduate students must request
an application from the Financial Aid Office. Students will be expected to provide
documentation for their unexpected financial hardship as well as a signed and dated
letter detailing their situation. To be eligible, a student must have earned a minimum
of 54 credits, with a minimum of 25 completed at Albertus Magnus College. Also, the
student must be maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress and have a valid FAFSA
on file. Please note that this is a one-time award with limited funding, and submitting
an application does not guarantee funding. For more information, please contact the
Financial Aid Office at (203) 773-8508 or at
financial_aid@albertus.edu
.
The
Connecticut Roberta B. Willis Scholarship Program Need-Merit-Based Scholarship (RWSP
Merit)
is for high school seniors who rank in the 20th percentile of their high school junior
year class, or college undergraduates who ranked in the top 20th percentile of their
high school senior year class and/or have a combined score on the Scholastic Aptitude
Test (SAT) of 1200 or higher or an American College Testing (ACT) score of 25 or higher.
Students must meet with their high school guidance counselors to complete and submit
an electronic application to the Office of Higher Education by February 15th. Additionally,
new applicants must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by February
15th and renewing students must submit a FAFSA by April 30th. The Office of Higher
Education submits a list of the recipients to the College.
The
Connecticut Roberta B. Willis Scholarship Program Need-Based Grant (RWSP)
is given to Connecticut residents who are undergraduate students enrolled at least
half-time and matriculated in a degree-seeking program. Application for RWSP is through
the completion of Free Application for the Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students receiving
a Connecticut Roberta B. Willis Scholarship Program Need-Merit Scholarship award are
ineligible to receive the RWSP Need-Based Grant.
Federal Work-Study
The
Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program
is a federally funded work program that provides on-campus positions for part-time
employment to eligible students with significant financial need.
Federal Loans
The
William D. Ford Federal Direct Stafford Loan Program
is awarded to students who have not met their annual loan limit, who have unmet needs,
and who have not met their Cost of Attendance (COA). A 1.057% origination fee will
be assessed on all Federal Direct Stafford Loan Disbursements whose first disbursement
occurs on or after October 1, 2020, and before October 1, 2026. Federal Direct Undergraduate
Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans have a 6.39% interest rate in 2025-2026.
The William D. Ford Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan Program (PLUS) is an unsubsidized
loan for parents of dependent students. To be considered eligible, the borrower must
be the student’s biological parent, adoptive parent, or stepparent. There is a loan
origination fee of 4.228% for all Direct PLUS Loans first disbursed on or after October
1, 2020, and before October 1, 2026. Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loans have a 8.94%
interest rate in 2025-2026. If a parent is denied for the PLUS loan, the student may
be eligible for an additional unsubsidized loan to help with funding. Parents can
apply for the PLUS loan at the following link:
https://studentaid.gov/plus-app/parent/landing
Alternative Financing Options
The Albertus Magnus College Financial Aid Office encourages students to apply for
outside scholarships to help reduce the amount of their out of pocket for tuition
and fees and reduce the amount of student loans borrowed. In addition to outside scholarships,
some families may choose to pursue additional federal and/or private loans. These
loans are credit-based and may require a co-signer. Please note that the credit check
can expire, so timely applications are needed.
If you have questions or need assistance determining what options are best for you
and your family, contact us to schedule an appointment to meet with a Financial Aid
Office counselor.
Outside Scholarships
The Financial Aid Office has compiled a list of all current outside scholarships,
which can be found on the “Outside Scholarships” Net Partner page.
Tuition Assistant Monthly Payment Plan
The College offers a monthly payment plan that allows you to make convenient interest-free
monthly payments through Tuition Assistant. Payment plans run from June-October for
the Fall semester and November-March for the Spring semester. Payments are processed
on the 20th of each month. Please contact the Bursar’s Office at (203) 786-3025 for
additional payment plan information.
Alternative/Private Loans
You may choose to pay for all or part of your education with loans from private lenders.
Visit www.elmselect.com to view a three-year historical list of preferred lenders
or visit the Financial Aid website page for consumer information regarding alternative
loan financing.
Overview
Traditional
Undergraduate Aid
Undergraduate Aid
Undergraduate Checklist
Scholarships & Grants
Net Price Calculator
College Financing Plan
Accelerated
Undergraduate Aid
Accelerated Aid
Accelerated Checklist
College Financing Plan
Organizational Partnership
Graduate Aid
Accelerated Aid
Accelerated Checklist
College Financing Plan
GOLD Scholarship
Organizational Partnership
Financial Aid Offer Guide
Overview
Understanding Your Financial Aid Offer Letter
Scholarships and Grants
How Your Financial Aid Offer was Determined
Next Steps
Disbursements and How You Receive Financial Aid
Student Rights & Responsibilities
Financial Aid Resources
Alternative Financing Options
Financial Aid News and Updates
Financial Literacy
Policies
FAQ
Forms
Work-Study
Tuition
UG Admissions
PGS Admissions
See Also:
Parent Resources
Contact
Financial Aid Office
Aquinas Hall, G1 Suite
financial_aid@albertus.edu
(800) 935-6621
(203) 773-8508
(203) 773–8972
Albertus Magnus College
700 Prospect Street
New Haven, CT 06511
Copyright ©
Albertus Magnus College, All Rights Reserved
Website Privacy and Cookie Policy
Copyright ©