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Financial aid

Your UMass Dartmouth education is an investment in your future, and there are flexible ways to help make it affordable for online and adult learners. Financial aid options include grants, scholarships, and loans, and many employers offer tuition reimbursement. To be eligible for grants and loans, students must be enrolled in an eligible degree or certificate program and take at least 6 credits per semester.

FAFSA Application

Financial Aid Services

Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year to be considered for UMass Dartmouth need-based grants and loans. Start with Financial Aid Services by completing your FAFSA and using our tuition calculator to best plan your future at UMass Dartmouth.

Need-based Aid: Grants

By submitting your completed FAFSA, you may be eligible for a number of need-based grants.

Need-based Aid: Loans

By submitting your completed FAFSA, you may be eligible for a number of need-based loans.

Supplemental Financial Aid

Explore the options below for additional ways to make your education affordable and manageable alongside your other life commitments. 

Scholarships

UMass Dartmouth offers a variety of scholarships you may be eligible for. Review the options and apply for those that fit your goals.

Private Loans

Online and continuing education students must be enrolled in a degree or certificate program, and be taking at least 6 credits per semester to be eligible for a private loan.

Employer Tuition Discounts

Explore our Corporate Academic Partnerships for tuition discounts, and ask your HR department about other education benefits.