Financial Aid - Division 3 and the Ivy League

Can Division 3 and Ivy League Schools offer Athletic Scholarships?

• No! Division 3 and Ivy League schools cannot offer Athletic Scholarships – these schools offer need-based and academic financial awards.
  
  
• Athletic departments are staffed and funded like any other department in the university.

Should Athletes consider D3 schools if they need a Scholarship?

• Many schools offer attractive financial aid programs therefore don't overlook any school, even if they don't offer athletic scholarships.

What are Division 3 Financial Aid Packages?

• Division 3 financial aid packages consist of need based grants, loans and work study programs, plus academic and leadership scholarships.

How do you apply for a Financial Aid Package?

• Speak to your Guidance Counselor and/or go to FAFSA web site.
  www.fafsa.ed.org
  
  
• It is the form you fill out to apply for federal grants and loans.
  www.fedmoney.org
  
  
• Applying for financial aid may sound daunting, but in reality, the form is short and painless.
  
  
• Don't let the idea of applying for financial aid scare you away.
  
  
• You may be surprised by everything financial aid may have to offer you.