Financial Aid
Financial Aid
Note that Trinity scholarships and grants are only a partial view of your overall financial aid package. They are a starting point. There are a variety of other opportunities that every student should consider, including Federal or State funded financial aid.
To be eligible for federal financial assistance you must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Trinity’s Federal School Code is: 012059.
Trinity Assistance and Federal Financial Aid may not always be quite enough to cover the costs of attending college. Additional funding may be found in the form of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Are you wondering how you'll pay for college next year?
Then fill out the FAFSA. The sooner you apply for the FAFSA, the faster you will know your eligibility for different financial aid such as grants, scholarships, loans, federal work study, etc. Plan ahead and pay less for your education!
Watch this video for important changes for 2024-2025 FAFSA.
Stafford Loans
Attention all Students: Stafford Loans will be processed through the William D Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. All students using Stafford Loan funds must complete Direct Loan Entrance Counseling and complete a Master Promissory Note. The Entrance Counseling should take you around 20-30 minutes to complete. You must complete the entire counseling session, answer all the questions, click on the link at the end to view the Loan Borrower’s Rights and Responsibilities, and then click on submit. You will know that you have successfully completed the session when you see a page that says: “Congratulations! You have successfully completed Entrance Counseling for the Direct Loan Sub/Unsub/Perkins Loan Type.” You must sign in using your Social Security number and the PIN number you used for filling out your FAFSA. Once you are signed in, click the link in the middle section that says “Complete Entrance Counseling.”
After you complete the Entrance Counseling you will need to complete the Master Promissory Note. You will sign the note electronically using the same PIN number you used to sign your FAFSA. Again, you would sign in using your Social Security number, the first two digits of your last name, and the FAFSA PIN number. Once signed in you will see the link to “Complete Master Promissory Note.”
Parent PLUS Loans
The U.S. Department of Education makes Direct PLUS Loans to eligible parents through schools participating in the Direct Loan Program.
A Direct PLUS Loan is commonly referred to as a parent PLUS loan when made to a parent borrower.
Parent PLUS Loans are available on the Direct Loan website.
VA Benefits
To apply for VA Benefits please follow this link: www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply
Alternative Educational Loan with FastChoice
Private Lending for Higher Education
Alternative Educational Loan with Sparrow
Helping Students and Families Navigate the World of Private Student Loans
Tuition & Fees
Traditional Undergraduate Estimated Cost for 2024-2025:
*Does not include enrollment deposit, books, athletic fees, music lessons, missions trips, medical insurance, travel incidentals, supplies, snacks, etc.
Your cost of attendance could be significantly lower based on Trinity’s generous financial assistance package. You may qualify for scholarships and grants.
If you’re attending school at least half time, the COA is the estimate of:
- books, course materials, supplies, and equipment
- cost of housing and food (or living expenses)
- transportation expenses
- loan fees (excluding any loan fees for non-federal student loans)
- miscellaneous expenses (including a reasonable amount for the documented cost of a personal computer)
- allowance for childcare or other dependent care
- costs related to a disability
- costs of obtaining a license, certification, or a first professional credential
- reasonable costs for eligible study abroad programs
Scholarships
Trinity Bible College & Graduate School offers a variety of scholarships to full-time, traditional undergraduate students in an effort to provide a more affordable education.
To be eligible for any Trinity Bible College & Graduate School scholarship, all students must be admitted to Trinity as full-time students and must remain in good standing in academic, student account, and student conduct records. It is recommended that students file a FAFSA each year and submit all required documents. Any federal or state grants will be subtracted from the cost of tuition before Trinity scholarships are applied. All Trinity Scholarships are on tuition only.
All room, board, and fees will be covered by federal student loans, outside funding, or personal finances.
Scholarship awards vary. Most awards are renewable for up to eight semesters provided the student maintains the award criteria. In addition to generous institutional scholarships, students may also apply for a number of privately funded, designated scholarships administered by Trinity. All institutional aid is subject to funding availability.
To be eligible to receive Trinity scholarship awards, a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be filed and sent to Trinity. Trinity’s Federal School Code is 012059.
New Students
Attention all Students: Stafford Loans will be processed through the William D Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. All students using Stafford Loan funds must complete Direct Loan Entrance Counseling and complete a Master Promissory Note. The Entrance Counseling should take you around 20-30 minutes to complete. You must complete the entire counseling session, answer all the questions, click on the link at the end to view the Loan Borrower’s Rights and Responsibilities, and then click on submit. You will know that you have successfully completed the session when you see a page that says: “Congratulations! You have successfully completed Entrance Counseling for the Direct Loan Sub/Unsub/Perkins Loan Type.” You must sign in using your Social Security number and the PIN number you used for filling out your FAFSA. Once you are signed in, click the link in the middle section that says “Complete Entrance Counseling.”
After you complete the Entrance Counseling you will need to complete the Master Promissory Note. You will sign the note electronically using the same PIN number you used to sign your FAFSA. Again, you would sign in using your Social Security number, the first two digits of your last name, and the FAFSA PIN number. Once signed in you will see the link to “Complete Master Promissory Note.”
The Presidential Scholarships are 90%, 75%, and 60% tuition waivers. These three scholarships are awarded to three exceptional students displaying aptitude in academics, leadership, and Christian commitment.
To be eligible for any Trinity Bible College & Graduate School scholarship, all students must be admitted to Trinity as full-time students and must remain in good standing in academic, student account, and student conduct records. It is recommended that students file a FAFSA each year and submit all required documents. Any federal or state grants will be subtracted from the cost of tuition before Trinity scholarships will be applied. All Trinity Scholarships are on tuition only.
Winners receive the awarded percentage off of tuition for the eight semesters they attend Trinity Bible College as long as they meet the listed requirements. This scholarship cannot be stacked with other Trinity or institutional scholarships.
All room, board, and fees will be covered by federal student loans, outside funding, or personal finances.
Returning Students
Certain scholarships cannot be combined. Check with your Financial Aid office if you have any questions.
Returning Student Involvement Scholarship Application
Application due May 1
AGWM Career Missionary Dependent
Trinity Bible College and Graduate School recognizes the value in investing in the lives of dependent missionary children. Click here for more information.
Outside Scholarships
Check your Trinity student email for more scholarship opportunities!
Questions? Contact scholarships@trinitybiblecollege.edu or (701) 349-5416
Steps to Financial Aid
Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) here!
- First-Time Users: You will need to apply for a Federal Student Aid (FSA) user ID at https://fsaid.ed.gov. This user ID is used to sign your FAFSA electronically. If you are considered as a dependent of your parents, one of your parents (or both) will need to apply for an FSA user ID also. The Department of Education website will automatically guide users through the process. Please keep your FSA ID in a safe place for future use.
- School Code: When prompted, enter the school code for Trinity Bible College 012059.
- Tax Returns: On the 2025-26 FAFSA form, you (and your parents, if you are a dependent student) will report your 2023 income.
- If the option is available, select the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (DRT) to accelerate the processing of your financial aid application.
- Processing Time: Once you have submitted your FAFSA, it can take 3-5 days to process and received by Trinity’s Financial Aid office. Once the F.A. Office receives it, you may be contacted for further information.
- Verification: The federal government may select you for verification. Please be sure to complete this verification as soon as possible to prevent any further delays in the awarding process.
Questions?
If you have any questions about completing your financial aid application, please contact our Financial Aid Office for assistance: financialaid@trinitybiblecollege.edu or (701) 349-5416
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