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Don’t let cost prevent you from obtaining the college education of your dreams. Scholarships, grants, loans and other forms of financial assistance can make a Lynn education more affordable than you ever imagined.

In fact, for more than 62 percent of our students receive some form of financial aid.

This section describes the types of financial assistance available at Lynn. A combination of these awards may be used to meet your needs.
Scholarships and Grants

Scholarships and grants are awards that do not have to be repaid. A scholarship is based upon a specific criterion such as academics, while a grant is based upon a student’s financial need.

Loans

Loans are a form of financial aid that must be repaid, with interest. For many students, loans will make up at least a portion of their financial aid packages, although we advise you to explore all sources of scholarships and grants prior to making use of loans.

Student Employment

These awards are based on need, as determined by the FAFSA. While they may appear in your award letter as an award, the award amount represents the maximum amount you may earn through working. This amount will be paid directly to you and will not be applied to your student account.

How to pay for a college education is one of the most important decisions a student and their family can make. MIAD is committed to helping each family make decisions which are correct for them.

Our Financial Aid Office is a resource for the information and assistance you may need. Staff members work closely with each student in developing a successful financial plan that will allow access to a MIAD education.

The primary responsibility to pay college expenses rests with the student and the student’s family to the extent they are determined able to do so through the analysis of their family’s financial strength. This process, called “need analysis”, includes consideration of family income and assets, number of children in college, and if appropriate, special circumstances. MIAD financial aid works to fill in the difference between your educational costs and what the need analysis determines you and your family can pay towards those costs. Financial aid is meant to supplement a family’s own resources; it is not intended to fund the entire cost of education.

College is an investment in you. That’s why Simmons honors an educational promise to place students first. We provide a friendly, personal environment, professional preparation, and high quality education. Our goal is to help each student achieve a successful, meaningful career and a college education that appreciates in value.

Student Financial Services works with students and their families to help manage the cost of college. Our diverse student body represents a healthy mix of socio-economic backgrounds — approximately 75 percent of first-year students receive some form of financial assistance.

Tuition
In 2008-2009, the expenses for a typical full-time undergraduate resident student are $41,500. Fall Spring Total
Undergraduate
Full-time Tuition $14,560 $14,560 $29,120
Part-time Undergrad. / Dix Program Tuition ($910 per credit) ($910 per credit)
Health Center Fee $330 $330 $660
Activity Fee $110 $110 $220
Undergraduate Room/Board $5750 $5750 $11,500
Graduate & Dix Scholars Room/Board ($6440) ($6440) ($12,880)
Undergraduate Total $20,750 $20,750 $41,500

A college education is a major investment. However, you may qualify for some form of financial assistance.

New and transferring students should first contact the admission department to get information about:
Federal aid
State aid
Alternative loans
Scholarships
Visit our Financial Aid Guide for links and information about a variety of financial aid opportunities.