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  • Outside Scholarships
    • Investigate whether there are any local scholarships you can apply for. Find other scholarships and reputable websites by using ScholarshipUniverse.
       
  • Direct PLUS Loan (For Parents Only)
    • Parents can , which is credit based. Additional loan funding is available for the student if the parent’s credit application is denied. Learn more about the Direct PLUS loans on our loans page.
       
  • Monthly Payment Plan
    • Spread the costs of your education over a monthly payment plan for the fall or spring semesters.
       
  • Education Savings Plan
    • If you have an established education savings plan (529 Plan), please request that payment be sent to Kent State from your provider at least two weeks before the billing due date.
       
  • Private Loans
    • Students may apply for a private loan with a credit-worthy co-signer, if necessary.
       
  • Special Circumstances Application
    • If the information submitted on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is no longer an accurate representation of your family’s current financial situation, a Special Circumstance application can be submitted with qualifying circumstances.
       
  • Tuition Guarantee
  • Room and Meal Plan Options

Students have multiple avenues to finance their college education. By viewing the video below, you'll explore additional loan options, payment plans, and the process for special circumstance applications.