Federal Programs

Federal Direct Unsubsidized Student Loan Program allows students to borrow money directly from the federal government to help students meet the cost of a graduate education. Students who are matriculated in degree-granting programs and are registered for at least 6 graduate credits per semester are eligible. Students must first file a FAFSA at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For additional information visit https://www.lehman.edu/financial-aid/loans/

Federal Work-Study Program (FWSP): The Federal Work Study Program provides jobs for Undergraduate and Graduate students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses. The program encourages community service work and work related to their course of study. In order to be placed for a Federal Work Study job for the current Academic Year, students must have Received and Accepted their Federal Work Study Offer. This is part of the Financial Aid Award Offer Letter. The applicant must also be matriculated and enrolled in courses totaling at least 6 credits/equated credits per term. Students may work up to 20 hours per week. Jobs are available on and off campus. For more information, visit https://www.lehman.edu/financial-aid/programs/work-study/.

For additional financial aid information visit https://www.lehman.edu/financial-aid/.