Graduate Information
How do I apply for financial aid?
- Apply for admission at Concordia University, St. Paul
- Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
- Apply for a US Department of Education PIN
- Complete the application at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov
- The Concordia University School Code is 002347
- Respond to all financial aid correspondence sent to you.
What loans are available?
All loans require a completed FAFSA except for some alternative loans which may have no requirements.
- Stafford
- Subsidized (federal government pays interest while student is in school)
- Unsubsidized (student pays interest while in school or capitalizes it)
New Borrowers:
If you have never borrowed a Stafford Loan at Concordia University, please complete the Stafford loan entrance counseling and sign your Stafford Master Promissory Note (MPN) by clicking Completing the Stafford loans.
Previous Borrowers:
If you have borrowed Stafford Loans in a previous year at Concordia University, your Stafford loan for the school year will be processed for the amount listed on your current award unless you notify the financial office in writing that you like to reduce this amount.
- Graduate students qualify for $20,500 maximum/academic year (limited to the cost of their education)
- Concordia begins by awarding $3,000 - $5,000/term
If you would like to adjust the Stafford loan amount, please submit an email to the financial aid office at finaid@csp.edu or by faxing the following form to (651) 603-6298: Requesting loan amount change
- Alternative Educational Loans
If your award does not cover your bill or you do not want a federal or state loan there are other loan options. There are many types of student loans; it is important for you to choose the one that best meets your needs.
Completing private loan application, counseling, selecting a lender, and signing a master promissory note.
