Your college education is a significant investment in your future, and one of the most important choices you will make in life.

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Local Phone: (920) 686-6122
Toll-free: 800-236-4752 ext. 122
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Email: financialaid@silver.sl.edu

Financial Aid for
Certificate Programs

Helping you make an investment in your future

Silver Lake College offers several non-degree certificate programs that are eligible for federal financial aid. Students must be accepted into the program through the regular college admission process. Admission requires a completed bachelor's degree. Students must file a FAFSA and be enrolled at least half time to receive most types of aid.

Parochial School Teacher Grant

Graduate students currently teaching at a parochial elementary or secondary school may be eligible for a Silver Lake College Parochial School Teacher Grant, worth $250 each term in which they are enrolled at least half-time. Students must be admitted to their program, they must already have completed a bachelor's degree, and they must provide documentation regarding their employment status to the Office of Financial Aid.

Federal Education Loans

Kodaly Certificate
Students may be eligible for Federal Stafford Loans at the graduate loan amounts.
Computer Science Certificate
Information Science and Technology Certificate Students may be eligible for Federal Stafford Loans at the teacher licensure amounts.
The parents of dependent students may choose to access funds through the Federal PLUS Program.

Non-Federal (Alternative) Education Loans

In addition to the federal loan programs, various private lenders offer education loans that may supplement other financial aid or assist students who are not eligible for federal loans. These include loans to students with and without co-signers. You may find more information by going directly to lender websites to learn more about their private loan programs.

Employer Reimbursement

Many employers offer tuition reimbursement to their employees. Students should check with their employer for eligibility and award amounts.