{"id":49,"date":"2022-07-21T16:14:55","date_gmt":"2022-07-21T16:14:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/admission-aid\/?page_id=49"},"modified":"2025-12-15T11:11:48","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T16:11:48","slug":"financial-aid-costs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.lvc.edu\/admission-aid\/financial-aid-costs\/","title":{"rendered":"Financial Aid & Costs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n \r\n \"Student\r\n \n
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Financial aid at LVC is more than making college affordable. It\u2019s about launching a future shaped by dedicated faculty, real-world experience through the Breen Center, and personalized support that drives strong graduation and career outcomes.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re here to make the process simple. This page guides you through filing the FAFSA, meeting deadlines, and securing the support you need to turn your LVC goals into reality.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Each year we award more than $52 million in aid to our 1,600 students, and 100 percent of our 2025 incoming class received financial assistance. With our generous merit scholarships and financial aid support, you can do more with your education at Lebanon Valley College.<\/p>\n

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Graduate students at LVC are eligible for merit-based scholarships for select programs, federal direct unsubsidized loans, and tuition benefits if offered by your employer. To receive aid, you must be enrolled in at least 4.5 credits each semester and complete the FAFSA.<\/p>\n

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\n Submitting Financial Aid Documents<\/span>\n <\/h2>\n

Financial Aid required documents may be uploaded through a secure link in MyLVC. Simply click MyInfo for Students in the portal and select the \u201cMyInfo \/ Financial Aid Document Upload\u201d button. This secure link ensures your private information is protected. We cannot accept many documents by email due to federal data security regulations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Financial Aid 101<\/h2>\n

Applying for Financial Aid is a key step in your college journey, but we understand it can sometimes feel overwhelming. To help ensure your application process goes smoothly, we’ve put together a helpful list of key terms and essential information to make the most of your financial aid offer.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n \n \n

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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid allows students a streamlined process to apply for federal loans and grants. LVC encourages all families to complete a FAFSA to maximize their financial aid offer. The FAFSA is completed annually and becomes available October 1 for the following academic year. You can complete the FAFSA at studentaid.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If you are not planning to file a FAFSA within any academic year and have not already notified us, please email\u00a0finaid@lvc.edu<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and we will prepare a financial aid offer for you.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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The total cost of attending a college includes both direct and indirect expenses. Direct costs are charges billed by the school, such as tuition, housing, food, and required fees. Indirect costs are estimated expenses you may have, such as books, personal items, and transportation.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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A number calculated from the FAFSA that college’s use to determine a student’s eligibility for federal financial aid.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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The gap between college costs and what your family can afford. This is what helps decide your financial aid \u2013 not just your income. The Cost of Attendance (COA) and the Student Aid Index (SAI) are used to help determine your Financial Need.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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The total amount of financial aid that a student receives is detailed in a financial aid offer letter. The letter outlines the amount and types of aid a student is eligible to receive, institutional charges, and the out-of-pocket expense for the year.<\/p>\n