Financial Aid

Southwestern College believes that everyone should have the opportunity to obtain their graduate degree regardless of their financial situation.

As a college, we promote financial assistance opportunities in the form of institutional scholarships and Graduate Assistantships, federal financial aid, and we also encourage students to apply for outside funding sources.

Navigating Changes to Federal Financial Aid

The recent legislative changes introduced by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) may affect your federal funding options for your degree at Southwestern College.

The Financial Aid team is actively researching alternative funding solutions to support you during this transition.

We will update this page continuously as new resources become available.

External Scholarship Opportunities

Utilize these vetted search engines to explore external scholarship options:

• Access Scholarships
• CareerOneStop Scholarship Finder

Please note: While we monitor these platforms, Southwestern cannot verify the validity of every individual listing. Protect your personal information by remaining vigilant against scholarship scams. Reputable scholarships never require an application fee or credit card details. Learn more about avoiding scholarship scams here.

 Alternative Loan Funding

We have partnered with ELM Select to help you identify private lenders to bridge any remaining financial gaps. This platform allows you to compare lending institutions side-by-side to find the best fit for your financial needs.

When evaluating lenders, remember to review the comprehensive details beyond the interest rate. Prioritize analyzing:

• Repayment timelines
• Borrower benefits
• Origination and processing fees

At Southwestern College, the purpose of the office of Financial Aid is to help make your educational dreams a reality by offering guidance through the financial aid process. To get started today, please contact our Financial Aid Team.