Applicants must submit a written request detailing the circumstances they believe warrant their being considered a self-supporting student. Although federal sources of funding are limited to federal loans and federal work-study, graduate students are encouraged to apply for financial aid. Applicants should follow the application procedures described in this website. Graduate assistantships are available for matriculated students taking at least six semester hours each semester. Part-time Students Students enrolled for at least 6 semester hours but fewer than 12 semester hours may be eligible for financial aid.
Assistance is prorated for part-time students.
Some students who are enrolled for 3 or more credits may be eligible for a Pell Grant. Most financial aid programs require that applicants be matriculated in a degree or certificate program. Part-time students should follow the application procedures described in this website. Summer Session Applicants Limited amounts of financial aid are available for summer sessions at Worcester State College. Applications for summer aid are available at the Financial Aid Office in early March.