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What is СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage? 

СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage is the university’s commitment to expanding access, reducing financial barriers, and supporting student success.

The initiative strengthens resources that benefit all students – including support for basic needs, access to internships and research, and opportunities like study abroad. It also provides scholarships for СÖíÊÓƵ undergraduate students with financial need, helping more students participate fully in the СÖíÊÓƵ Tech experience.

Who is eligible?

All students can benefit from many aspects of СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage, including access to basic needs resources, experiential learning opportunities, and student support services.

Scholarships and certain financial aid programs are available to СÖíÊÓƵ undergraduates based on demonstrated financial need.

How do I apply?

To be considered for scholarships and financial aid, simply submit your application for admission – as you normally would – along with the  and the СÖíÊÓƵ Tech General Scholarship Application by the published deadlines.

Support for basic needs, such as emergency funding and food resources, is available to students based on individual circumstances and can be accessed through .

What kinds of support are included?

• – 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

As a prospective transfer student, do I need to do anything differently?

No. Transfer students should follow the same application steps and deadlines as all applicants, including submitting the FAFSA and scholarship application materials.

When are the key deadlines?

• Nov. 1: Early Action application deadline
• Jan. 15: Regular Admission application deadline
• Jan. 22: and completion for maximum scholarship and financial aid consideration
• Feb. 15: Early Action decisions released
• March 1: priority deadline for full consideration
• May 1: National College Decision Day (commitment deadline). Secure your spot and pay your deposit!

How does СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage benefit families?

СÖíÊÓƵ Tech Advantage reflects a university-wide commitment to student success – academically, financially, and personally.

Families can feel confident that СÖíÊÓƵ Tech is investing in resources that support all students, while also expanding scholarship opportunities for СÖíÊÓƵ undergraduate students with financial need.

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  , 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?

 is 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.