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What is СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage?Ìý

СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage expands access to the resources students need to succeed – from financial and academic support to hands-on learning opportunities.

The initiative enhances services available to all students, including support for basic needs and experiential learning, while also providing scholarship support for СÖíÊÓƵ undergraduate students with financial need.

What resources are available to me now as a student?

• – Scholarships and aid to reduce unmet need (for eligible students)
• – Food access, emergency funding, and related resources
• – Internships, co-ops, advising, and professional development
• Learning experiences – Research, study abroad, and other high-impact opportunities

How do I know if I qualify for certain programs?

Some resources are available to all students, while others depend on financial need or application processes. Advisors and support offices can help you understand your options.

How can I apply for financial assistance?

Submit the FAFSAÌýand the Ìýeach year to be considered for financial aid and scholarships.

Requests for emergency funding and basic needs support are available year-round.

Where can I find help navigating these resources?

Students can connect with advisors, theÌý, the , andÌýother support teams to explore available resources and get guidance.

How does СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage benefit families?

СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage strengthens the university’s ability to support students holistically – from affordability to well-being to career readiness – with expanded resources that benefit the broader student community.

Does СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage apply to graduate students?

СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage includes resources that support both undergraduate and graduate students, particularly in areas such as basic needs and student support services.

Some components of the initiative, including certain scholarship programs, are focused on undergraduate students. However, the broader commitment to reducing barriers and supporting student success extends across the university.

Does СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage reduce tuition costs?

СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage does not change tuition rates. Instead, it focuses on reducing financial barriers through a combination of scholarships (for eligible students), expanded financial support, and increased access to resources that help students succeed.

This includes support for Ìý, as well as funding and opportunities that make experiences like , , and study abroad more accessible.

Are out-of-state students eligible for support?

Many aspects of СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage benefit all students, including out-of-state students. These include access to basic needs resources, experiential learning opportunities, and student support services.

How is СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage different from financial aid?

Ìýis one component of СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage.

The initiative takes a broader approach by combining financial support with academic resources, basic needs assistance, and expanded access to high-impact learning experiences such as internships, research, and study abroad.

Together, these elements help reduce barriers and support students throughout their time at СÖíÊÓƵ Tech.

Do students need to apply separately for СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage?

No, there is no separate or additional application for СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage.

Students are considered for scholarships and financial aid through the standard admissions, FAFSA, and scholarship application processes. Other resources, such as basic needs support and experiential learning opportunities, are available through campus programs and services.

Some components of the initiative, including certain scholarship programs, are focused on undergraduate students. However, the broader commitment to reducing barriers and supporting student success extends across the university.

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