Types of Aid

Financial aid consists of scholarships, grants, student employment, and loans. It is money that the federal government, state, Castleton, and other organizations determine that the student is eligible for. Scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back; student employment is payment for hours worked; loans are funds that must be paid back.

Scholarships

Castleton offers scholarships to first-year, returning, transfer, and international students.

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Grants

Grants are gift aid that does not have to be repaid.

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Loans

Federal loans are educational loans and must be repaid once a student is no longer enrolled at least half time.

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Student Employment & Work Study

Federal Work-Study (FWS) is a financial aid program funded jointly by the U.S. Federal Government and a pre-approved employer.

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