Adult Degree Completion
Financial Aid
Jessup University has a Financial Aid Office designed to offer you a personalized financial aid experience. Our counselors will care for your individual needs and work with you from start-to-finish to help you succeed.
Contact Financial Aid
Email: financialservices@jessup.edu
Phone: (916) 577-2233
| Pell Grant | |
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| Amount: | Up to $6,095 per year |
| Eligibility: | Eligibility for this grant is based on financial need as determined by the FAFSA. |
| Deadline: | No deadline. |
| Renewal: | Annually renewable. The amount of this grant is subject to change each year based on changes to your family’s financial situation as determined by the FAFSA. |
| Application: | FAFSA (online) with WJU listed. |
| Note: | Annual amount prorated based on enrollment status. |
| Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunities Grant (FSEOG) | |
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| Amount: | Up to $420 per year |
| Eligibility: | Eligibility for this grant is based on financial need as determined by the FAFSA. |
| Deadline: | Based on availability of funds. Priority given to early applicants. |
| Renewal: | Annually renewable. The amount of this grant is subject to change each year based on changes to your family’s financial situation as determined by the FAFSA. |
| Application: | FAFSA (online) with WJU listed. |
| Note: | Annual amount prorated based on enrollment status. |
| Cal Grant A | |
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| Amount: | $9,220 per year for New Cal Grant Recipients |
| Eligibility: | Eligibility for this grant is based on California residency, an eligible GPA of 3.0 or higher and financial need as determined by the FAFSA. |
| Deadline: | Students must submit the FAFSA and GPA Verification Form by March 2 in order to be considered for Cal Grant for the following school year. |
| Renewal: | Annually renewable up to four years. |
| Application: | FAFSA (online) with WJU listed and GPA Verification Form. |
| Note: | This grant can be used for tuition only. For more information, visit www.calgrants.org. |
| Cal Grant B | |
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| Amount: | First year: $1,648 Remaining three years: $10,868 per year |
| Eligibility: | Eligibility for this grant is based on California residency, an eligible GPA and financial need as determined by the FAFSA. |
| Deadline: | Students must submit the FAFSA and GPA Verification Form by March 2 in order to be considered for Cal Grant for the following school year. |
| Renewal: | Annually renewable up to four years. |
| Application: | FAFSA (online) with WJU listed and GPA Verification Form. |
| Note: | First-year stipend of $1,648 can be used for living expenses and books. For the remaining three years, $9,220 will be applied to tuition and $1,648 can be used for living expenses and books. For more information, visit www.calgrants.org. |
Like the Cal Grant in California, many states have their own grant programs that are used to help students attend college. If you are not a California resident, you may benefit from the following resources.
| Find information about: grants from your state of legal residence Find information about: state education agencies from your state of legal residence |
| Chafee Grant | |
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| Amount: | Up to $5,000 per year |
| Eligibility: | Students must be a current or former foster youth under the age of 22 (as of July 1) and have financial need as determined by the FAFSA. For full explanation of eligibility, click here. |
| Deadline: | Students must submit the FAFSA and Chafee Grant Application by March 2. |
| Renewal: | Annually renewable. |
| Application: | FAFSA (online) with WJU listed and Chafee Grant Application (online). |
| Note: | Chafee Grant can be used for child care, transportation and living expenses while in school. |
| Federal Work Study | |
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| Amount: | Varies |
| Eligibility: | This program is for the financially eligible students interested in employment (as determined by FAFSA). Students will have the opportunity to work on or off campus and receive wages for those hours. Jobs vary and wage is determined by the department student is employed with. |
| Deadline: | No deadline. |
| Renewal: | Not applicable. |
| Application: | FAFSA (online) with WJU listed. |
Church Partnership Grant
| Amount: | Varies. The amount is a 10% discount off tuition. |
| Eligibility: | This grant is available to NEW students who, at the time of initial enrollment, are members of/actively participating in a church that financially supports Jessup University. CURRENT students may also apply IF the student was a member of/actively participating in a partner church at the time of initial enrollment; OR the church becomes a partner while the student is currently enrolled; AND that church continues to be the student’s church home. Students must be enrolled in at least 6 units each semester to be eligible for this award. This grant recognizes both the church’s partnership with WJU and the recipients past contribution to the church. Receiving this grant may not be tied to future participation or involvement at the church. |
| Deadline: | Church Partnership Grant Application must be submitted by August 15 for Fall, December 15 for Spring and April 15 for Summer. Funds are limited. Priority given to early applicants. |
| Renewal: | This grant must be applied for each year with a new application. |
| Application: | Church Partnership Grant Application – to be filled out by a pastor (at the supporting church) who knows the applicant well. |
Endowed Scholarships
| Amount: | Varies |
| Eligibility: | All incoming and current students are encouraged to apply. However, preference is given to students who will be at least a Junior as of Fall 2023 (Junior status is 60+ semester units completed). Click HERE to view the most recent list of Endowed Scholarships. |
| Deadline: | Friday 03/17/2023 at 11:59pm. Application is open during the first half of the Spring semester each year. |
| Renewal: | Non-renewable. Must apply every year to be reconsidered. |
| Application: | Endowed Scholarship Application |
Ministry Worker Grant
| Amount: | Varies. The amount is a 20% discount off tuition |
| Eligibility: | This grant is available to students who: work 40 hours a week in full-time, paid ministry; are the unmarried dependent of someone who is involved in full-time, paid ministry; or are the spouse of someone who is involved in full-time, paid ministry. Examples of full-time, paid ministry include: employees of a church, missionary organization, Christian school, para-church or other non-profit organization whose focus is spreading the Gospel of Christ. See Ministry Worker Grant Application for more information. Students must be enrolled in at least 6 units each semester to be eligible for this award. *This is not the cost of tuition per unit. For ADC costs, please see Tuition & Fees.* |
| Deadline: | For Fall Students Ministry Worker Grant Application and a FAFSA must be submitted by July 15. If funds are available, students who miss the Fall deadline may apply for a Spring award by December 15, or a Summer award by April 15. |
| Renewal: | Annually renewable with a WJU GPA of 2.0 or above AND upon proof of continued full-time employment in paid ministry. |
| Application: | Ministry Worker Grant Application and FAFSA |
Expected Costs
Following are the various charges which will, or may be, a part of your life at William Jessup University. Estimated, optional and/or non-refundable charges and fees are shown below. Tuition and Fees are subject to change during the program.
Programs
| Adult Degree Completion – Remote/Synchronous | |
| Tuition – Courses, per unit (excludes Online Programs – see below) | $ 550 (per unit) |
| Tuition – Internship Flat rate for 1-4 internship units | $ 260 |
| Tuition – Per-unit cost for 5+ internship units | $ 65 (per unit) |
Please Note: The unit count for each semester may change. Consult your cohort schedule. Check with your Financial Aid Counselor or ADC/Grad/Online Advisor with any changes.
| Online Undergraduate Programs | |
| Tuition – Courses, per unit | $ 500 (per unit)* |
| Tuition – Internship Flat rate for 1-4 internship units | $ 260 |
| Tuition – Per-unit cost for 5+ internship units | $ 65 (per unit) |
*Institutional Aid such as the Church Partnership & Ministry Worker grants are not available for online programs as they have been designed to be affordable for all students while minimizing the need to borrow loans.
Fees
| Program Specific Fees | |
| Registration/Library/Technology (ReLiTe) fee (per unit) | $ 25 |
| Change of Cohort Fee | $ 120 |
| Credit for Prior Learning (per unit) | $ 100 |
| Parking Permit (per semester, Rocklin Campus only) | $ 15 |
| Special Fees | |
| Audit | |
| Current Student (per unit) | $ 30 |
| Alumni, Registration Fee, per semester (no per unit fee) | $ 20 |
| Non-WJU Student, Registration Fee, per semester | $ 20 |
| Non-WJU Student, per unit | $ 30 |
| Petitions | |
| Late Registration, per semester | $ 95 |
| Add/Drop Course after Add/Drop Date (per course) | $ 35 |
| Increased Academic Load | $ 35 |
| Incomplete Grade (per course) | $ 35 |
| Grade Change (per course) | $ 35 |
| Academic Requirements Change | $ 35 |
| Final Exam Date Change (only for approved petitions – see catalog for policy) | $ 35 |
| Transcripts | |
| Official Transcript Request | $ 10 |
| Official Transcript Request – RUSH | $ 15 |
| Graduation | |
| Graduation Participation | Free |
| Cap, Gown, Tassel | Varies by Degree |
| Late Graduation Petition | $ 75 |
| Graduation Reapplication | $ 50 |
| Business Office / Payments | |
| Collection Fee | $ 50 |
| Service Charge for Declined Payments | $ 40 |
| Deferred Payment Fee, per semester (non-refundable) | $ 50 |
| Late Payment Fee, per payment | $ 40 |
| Delinquency Charges on Past Due Balances (monthly) | 1.50 % |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Replacement ID Card | $ 25 |
| Internship Insurance | $ 40 |
| Travel Insurance | $ 40 |
Other optional fees may apply to individual situations. Please consult your Enrollment Counselor with any questions.
William Jessup University certifies that it has met all the disclosure requirements required by the State of California’s Postsecondary and Vocational Education Reform Act of 1989 and the Federal Higher Education Act of 1965.
| Federal Stafford Loans are a form of federal student loans for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in college at least half time. | |
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| Amount: | Varies depending on grade level and dependency status. See breakdown below. |
| Eligibility: | Undergraduate students enrolled at least half-time with financial need as determined by FAFSA. |
| Interest Rate: | 3.73% for BOTH Subsidized & Unsubsidized Stafford loans disbursed between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022 2.75% for BOTH Subsidized & Unsubsidized Stafford loans disbursed between July 1, 2020 and June 30, 2021 |
| Repayment: | Typically begins 6 months after student graduates, drops below 6 units or withdraws from school, but specific lenders may have different repayment requirements. |
| Renewal: | Annually renewable once you complete the Loan Agreement (MPN) and Entrance Counseling. |
| Application: | FAFSA (online) with WJU listed, Loan Agreement (MPN) and Entrance Counseling (online) The Loan Agreement (MPN) and Entrance Counseling are two separate processes and both must be completed online in order for the loans to be put on your student account. |
| Note: | All Direct Loans have an origination Fee of 1.057% taken from the gross amount of the loan. Federal regulation requires students to complete Exit Counseling within 30 days of graduating, dropping below 6 units or withdrawing from school. |
| Grade Level | Base Stafford | Dependent Unsubsidized Stafford | Independent Unsubsidized Stafford |
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| Freshman (0-29 units) | $3,500 | $2,000 | $6,000 |
| Sophomore (30-59 units) | $4,500 | $2,000 | $6,000 |
| Junior (60-89 units) | $5,500 | $2,000 | $7,000 |
| Senior (90+ units) | $5,500 | $2,000 | $7,000 |
| What is the difference between a Subsidized and Unsubsidized loan? A Subsidized loan is a loan in which the government pays for the interest on the loan while the student is in school and during the grace period. An Unsubsidized loan is a loan in which the student is responsible for the interest that accrues on the loan during and after school. | |||
| The Direct Parent PLUS Loan is a parent loan for undergraduate students. | |
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| Amount: | Up to the cost of attendance minus financial aid. |
| Eligibility: | Credit-based loan for parents of dependent students who are enrolled at least half-time. |
| Interest Rate: | 6.28% for all loans disbursed between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022 (interest accrues while loan is deferred) 5.30% for all loans disbursed between July 1, 2020 and June 30, 2021 (interest accrues while loan is deferred) |
| Repayment: | Begins 60 days after the funds are fully disbursed, but can be deferred until after the student graduates. |
| Renewal: | Not renewable. Must apply yearly. |
| Application: | See a full list of instructions on the Direct Parent PLUS Application Info page |
| Fees: | A 4.228% Origination Fee is taken out of the requested amount. Be sure to request an amount which includes this fee. |
| Alternative or Private Student Loans are credit-based loan for students who are enrolled in 6 or more units. | |
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| Amount: | Up to the cost of attendance minus financial aid. |
| Eligibility: | Credit-based loan for students who are enrolled in 6 or more units. Borrower must be a US Citizen, eligible non-citizen, or an international student with a U.S. Citizen Cosigner. Both eligible non-citizens and international students need to have a current address in the United States. |
| Interest Rate: | Varies according to lender and borrower (and cosigner) credit history. |
| Repayment: | Begins 6 months after student graduates, drops below 6 units or withdraws from school. |
| Renewal: | Not renewable. Must apply yearly. |
| Application: | You are free to choose your own private lender. |
| Note: | Alternative or Private Student Loans are designed to supplement federal, state, and institutional financial aid. Borrowers must be credit worthy, many times requiring a co-signer. Loan programs may vary widely. Students should only consider obtaining an Alternative or Private Student Loan if they have maximized all Federal Stafford Loan options! |
Exit Counseling
Student loan borrowers are required by the federal government to complete Exit Counseling within 30 days of graduating, dropping below 6 units or withdrawing from school. You can view how much you have taken out in student loans, see who your lenders and loan servicers are on the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS). Complete Exit CounselingCode of Conduct
William Jessup University has adopted a Code of Conduct with respect to student loans which applies to all employees in the Financial Aid Office and anyone else at our school who has any responsibilities with respect to student loans or the selection of preferred lenders for student loans.Loan Consolidation
After graduation, you may be able to combine your existing Federal student loans into one new consolidated loan that offers several advantages. Visit Direct Loan Consolidation for more information about the advantages of student loan consolidation.Step 1 of 3 – Fill out FAFSA
First, you’ll need to fill out the FAFSA in order to qualify for student loans and determine your need for aid. You can complete this online at FAFSA.gov. Be sure to list WJU on your school list so we’re able to see your FAFSA. After you’ve completed the FAFSA and the Financial Aid Office has received your information, you may be contacted with instructions on what forms and documents will be needed to complete and confirm your financial aid.
Actions:
- Complete the FAFSA →. Jessup’s school code is 001281
Step 2 of 3 – Renewing Your Aid
Most types of financial aid are renewable yearly, but many require renewed applications or documentation. It is always recommended that you complete a FAFSA as early as possible each year. In order to continue to qualify for loans, you must renew your FAFSA every year. Make sure to keep an eye on your student portal document tracking page so that you never miss a deadline.
Step 3 of 3 – Keeping Your Aid
Each scholarship has its own requirements that you must be aware of and complete in order to maintain eligibility. In addition to these requirements, all students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Requirements of graduate SAP include that you achieve a 3.00 GPA and complete at least 66.67% of your courses. For more complete information about our SAP policy, please visit our Satisfactory Academic Progress webpage
