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   CPS - Undergraduate Studies
 
    The Northeastern University College of Professional Studies (CPS) serves students who want to return to college in the late afternoon, early evening, or weekend to earn an associate's, bachelor's, or master's degree. Northeastern University College of Professional Studies has complete information on all the available academic programs.   
 
  Federal Aid Eligibility  
    Students in the College of Professional Studies must meet the following criteria to be eligible for Federal financial aid:

• be citizens or eligible non-citizens of the United States,
• be matriculated in an eligible program of study**,
• have received their high school diploma or G.E.D.,
• be registered with Selective Service if required,
• not be convicted of a drug related crime in the last year,
• not be in default from previous student loans, and
• maintain satisfactory academic progress
  
 
  Financial Aid Process  
    Application
CPS students must complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Institutional Application. The 2008-2009 CPS Financial Aid Application is available online.

Deadline

Full time students who are Massachusetts residents and are interested in the MASSGrant need to apply by May 1.
Awarding Timeline
CPS Students are awarded throughout the academic year once we have received all financial aid application materials.
Award Letter
Students in the College of Professional Studies should pay particular attention to the number of credits listed on your financial aid award letter. If you have been awarded financial aid based on an enrollment status that is different from your actual enrollment, it is your responsibility to contact the Office of Student Financial Services to update the discrepancy. Faliure to do so may result in a decrease or complete refund of your financial aid during an academic term.
  
 
  Types Of Aid  
    Federal Grants
State Grants
Federal Loans
Supplemental Loans
  
 
  College Of Professional Studies Financial Aid Office  
    The Office of Student Financial Services prides itself on offering expert advice, friendly service, and personalized support. Please call, visit, or e-mail at any time:

Office: 139 Richards Hall
Phone: 617.373.5899
Fax: 617.373.5666
Email: sfs@neu.edu

Go to myCounselorLookup for specific information on contacting your counselor.

  
 
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