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Financial Information

Students in the Adult Degree Program (ADP) may qualify for financial aid. See Osher Reentry Scholarship Program below.

Applying for aid is easy. While completing your application for the ADP program, also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, which can be done online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

To ensure Cal Poly receives a copy of your FAFSA data, list Cal Poly and the Title IV School Code 001143 on the college release section. When you complete and submit the FAFSA, you are also applying for other types of financial aid available to adult students

Osher Reentry Scholarship Program 2009-2010

The Osher Reentry Scholarship Program is made possible through generous support from The Bernard Osher Foundation. Scholarships of up to $5,000 annually are available to adult reentry students who have been admitted to, or currently matriculated at, California Polytechnic State University. In order to receive a scholarship, adult students must be between the age of 25 - 50 years old; have experienced a gap in their path to an undergraduate degree, and currently demonstrate financial need. Recipients of Osher Reentry Scholarships must also demonstrate a commitment to the pursuit of their degree and the likelihood of making a contribution to the larger community upon graduation. Osher Reentry Scholarships are awarded on the basis of both merit and financial need.

If awarded a scholarship, the recipient must also:

  • Remain in good academic standing throughout the 2009-2010 academic year. Students who do not remain in good academic standing will forfeit their scholarship.
  • Remain continuously enrolled for at least eight units during the fall, winter, and spring quarters of the 2009-2010 academic year.

Students applying for an Osher Reentry Scholarship for the 2009-2010 academic year must complete and submit their application and all supporting documents, which include an essay and faculty letters of recommendation, on or before 5:00 pm on Thursday, November 12, 2009 to the Office of the Dean, Continuing Education and University Outreach. The office is located in Building 116, Room 101. It is important to note that scholarship funds are limited and awards are given on a rolling basis. Therefore, early application is strongly recommended. Applicants’ eligibility does not guarantee an award, if all funds for the 2009-2010 year have been awarded.

Students must also complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Information on completing the FAFSA is available from the following sources:

The Osher Reentry Scholarship Award Committee and the Office of Financial Aid review applications. For further inquiries, please contact the Office of the Dean, Continuing Education and University Outreach at (805) 756-7438 or cedean@calpoly.edu.

Application Process:

  • Complete the FAFSA
  • Complete the Osher Reentry Scholarship Program Application
  • Distribute the Faculty Letter of Recommendation forms
  • Complete the Essay
  • Turn in Program Application and supporting documents.

 

Do You Have Special Financial Circumstances?

If you have special financial circumstances, such as the need to provide child care while you attend class, or your financial situation has changed recently, consult the Financial Aid Office at Cal Poly by calling (805)756-2927.

Fees

The per-unit fee for the ADP is $300. This fee is subject to change by Cal Poly or the Board of Trustees of the California State University .

Financial Aid Financial aid is available for qualified ADP students. Students interested in financial aid for this part-time program should work directly with the financial aid office at Cal Poly by calling (805) 756-2927. More financial aid information is also available on the Cal Poly financial aid website .

Tuition Reimbursement

Many public and private employers provide tuition reimbursement for your college degree. We will work with you to arrange payment of fees by your employer. Please provide us with a letter signed by the appropriate company representative stating your name, address and amount that will be paid. Include your company or business billing contact's name, phone number and address.

Military Tuition Assistance

The ADP accepts Military Tuition Assistance, including credit from the Community College of the Air Force. The ADP allows the Veterans Administration to pay the Montgomery GI Bill participants' tuition and fees not covered by tuition assistance.

Tax Credits

If you are enrolled in an eligible degree or certificate program or are taking courses to acquire or improve job skills, you may qualify for a Hope Scholarship or Lifetime Learning tax credit. The Hope Scholarship tax credit is available only to students in their first two years of post-secondary education who are enrolled at least half-time in an eligible program. The Lifetime Learning tax credit is available to students at all educational enrollment levels who are enrolled in an eligible educational institution. Consult IRS Publication 970 or your tax preparer for additional information.

To apply for the tax credit, you must report the amount of tuition and fees paid as well as the amount of certain scholarships, grants, and untaxed income used to pay the tuition and fees. Cal Poly will send a 1098T form to your address on file with: 1) the name, address, and taxpayer ID number of the school; 2) the name, address, and taxpayer ID of the student for whom tuition was paid; 3) whether the student was enrolled at least half-time; and 4) whether the student was only in a graduate level program, by January 31, for each tax year. This statement from Cal Poly will also include the phone number of a person you can call at the school if you have questions. Use this information and your own records about tuition and fees to complete the IRS Form 8863, and claim a tax credit. If you have questions talk to a tax advisor for help. If you do not receive a 1098T form you can access your Cal Poly form by going to www.1098T.com. Follow the information on the web site to locate your form.