Federal Aid Information

Federal student aid eligibility is based on the information reported on a students Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and set forth by federal, not institutional, guidelines. Federal aid can include grants, loans and/or work-study and may be available only to US citizens and eligible non-citizens based on the data provided on the FAFSA. For a more complete list of eligibility requirements, click here.

• Federal Student Loan information
  

• Federal Loan Repayment Information
  • It is important to make all payments on time or submit any deferment or forbearance documents timely to ensure loans remain in good standing. Use these links to the Federal Student Aid website for detailed information including repayment plans, repayment calculators, deferment and foreberance options, as well as the consequences of delinquency or defaulting on a federal loan.

• Title IV Loan Code of Conduct Statement
• Private Educational Loan Applicant Self-Certification

Colby participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, a matching grant program based upon qualifying military service for eligible veterans or their children.  A limited number of awards are offered annually on a first-come, first serve basis.  Applicants must complete a Certificate of Eligibility (CEO) after verifying their benefit eligibility.   GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).  More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government web site at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

The Educational Testing Service (ETS) offers to ensure, to the extent possible, that the cost of taking a GRE test is not a barrier for prospective graduate students with financial need.  Visit the GRE website for more information about the GRE Fee Reduction program.  If you questions, please contact GRE at 1-609-771-7670 or 1-866-473-4373 (toll free for test takers in the United States, U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Canada).