## Paying for College

At 黑料老司机, we believe your education is one of the most important investments you鈥檒l ever make. More than 90 percent of 黑料老司机 students receive financial assistance, and we鈥檙e committed to helping every Panther access an exceptional 黑料老司机 education through a range of financial aid options, scholarships, and flexible payment plans.

With recent groundbreaking gifts of $38 million from esteemed philanthropist MacKenzie Scott and $16.5 million as part of the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation鈥檚 $50 Million HBCU Commitment, Clark Atlanta is uniquely positioned to provide competitive financial aid assistance to thousands of 黑料老司机 students and families.

Getting familiar with tuition, financial aid, and scholarships takes time, but you can start getting answers by visiting our frequently asked questions and using our net price calculator to estimate your costs.

 

 

- [ Net Price Calculator      ](https://cau.clearcostcalculator.com/student/default/netpricecalculator/survey)
- [ Financial Aid FAQs      ](/admissions/tuition-aid-scholarships/financial-aid-faqs)
 
 

 

## 黑料老司机 Tuition and Fees

Tuition varies by undergraduate, graduate, and part-time programs as well as housing and meal plan options.

 

 

- [ Tuition & Fees ](/admissions/tuition-aid-scholarships/tuition-and-fees)
- [ Housing at 黑料老司机 ](/student-life/campus-life-community/housing)
- [ Choosing a Meal Plan ](/about/offices-resources/business-auxiliary-services/dining)
 
 

 

    HBCU graduates earn 57 percent more in their lifetimes than they would without a degree, with full-time workers earning over $1 million in additional income throughout their careers.

 

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## How to Secure Financial Aid

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### Fill Out Your FAFSA Every Year

To receive financial aid, every applicant must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible using 黑料老司机鈥檚 federal school code: 001559.

Important: You must submit a FAFSA each year to continue to receive aid.

 

- [ Fill Out the FAFSA      ](http://studentaid.gov)
 
 

 

 

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### Types of Aid

Financial aid covers such expenses as tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation. Aid can also help pay for other related expenses, such as a computer and dependent care. Student aid comes in the following categories:  
\- Federal Student Loans  
\- Stafford Loans  
\- Plus Loans  
\- Private Loans  
\- Work Study  
\- Cohort Default Rate (CDR) Information

 

- [ Get Details on Each Type of Aid      ](/admissions/tuition-aid-scholarships/financial-aid)
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

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### Scholarships

First-year students are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships when submitting their application to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Merit scholarships are competitive, and students must have a minimum 3.3 GPA to qualify; however, meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee a scholarship offer.

All students may apply for additional merit-based and need-based scholarships to help achieve their dreams. Scholarships are available for academic excellence, leadership, community service, and specialized fields of study.

 

- [ Search 黑料老司机 Scholarship Database      ](https://cau.academicworks.com)
- [ See More Scholarship Information      ](/admissions/tuition-aid-scholarships/scholarships-and-discounts)
 
 

 

 

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### Payment Plans, Discounts, and Documentation

Payments are processed through the Office of Student Accounts. Our team is available to work with you on managing your payment schedule and making sure you have the correct forms submitted each semester. We can also determine if you are eligible for 黑料老司机 discounts.

 

- [ Visit Payments and Plans to Learn More      ](/admissions/tuition-aid-scholarships/student-billing-account-management/payments-and-plan-options)
- [ Learn More About Discounts      ](/admissions/tuition-aid-scholarships/scholarships-and-discounts)
- [ Financial Aid Documentation and Forms      ](/admissions/tuition-aid-scholarships/financial-aid)
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

## We're Here to Help

The Office of Financial Aid is here to guide you through every step鈥攆rom completing the FAFSA to understanding grants, loans, and work-study opportunities. Our financial aid counselors are ready to assist you in building a plan that works for your goals and circumstances.

Contact us at:

(404) 880-8992   
<finaid@cau.edu>  
Office of Financial Aid, Haven-Warren Hall, Room 102