Undergraduate Financial Aid
Making college affordable for all
Tuition, scholarships, loans, grants... We get it, going to college can seem expensive and intimidating. If you want to attend TMU, we want to help make that happen. You invest in TMU, and we likewise invest deeply in you.
How much is tuition?
2022-2023 Direct Costs
| Tuition (12-18 Units) | $31,950 |
| Room | $6,900 |
| Board (14 Meal Plan) | $5,500 |
| Total | $44,350 |
How do I get money to pay for school?
Your financial needs are unique. So is your TMU financial aid package. Doing a bit of paperwork really goes a long way!
Grants
Grants are free money. These need-based government programs provide partial coverage of education costs which you never need to repay.
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Scholarships
Scholarships are like cash. These are provided through TMU or outside institutions and provide partial or full coverage of education costs on the basis of need, merit, or status.
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Financial Aid (FAFSA)
The FAFSA is a very helpful (and free) government form that estimates your financial need and is used to determine whether you qualify for certain aid programs (including most grants).
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Loans
Students generally start repaying loans only after they graduate and are usually employed. Most loans are federal programs which allow students to borrow money at very low interest rates. The majority of TMU students take loans.
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Work Study
Work-Study jobs are part-time, on-campus jobs that pay cash, helping you cover your education expenses.
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Military Benefits
Special government aid is available to veterans and active duty personnel.
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What does my investment get me?
We value transparent and faithful financial stewardship in both the short term and long term.
Short Term
- Meals, housing, activities, amenities, and day-to-day life
- Intentional community with like-minded christians
- Access to academic coaching, mentorship, discipleship, career services
Long Term
- A comprehensive biblical liberal arts education
- A better job market advantage
- A higher income potential
TMU comparison
TMU students stand out significantly from the competition. Private schools like TMU offer a level of excellence, service, and discipleship that the large institutions simply can't.
We equip students with the academic preparation and professional skills needed to become Christ-like leaders in their careers, callings, churches, and communities. Top academics. Rigorous career preparation and acceleration. Vibrant and meaningful campus life. Affordable and transparent costs. Biblically-rooted worldview. Can you have it all without compromise? At TMU, yes. True Christian higher education exists so that we do not have to make an either-or decision.
$7.2m
Awarded Aid
$7.2 million in institutional aid awarded annually
98%
Receive Assistance
98% of on-campus students receive financial assistance (2018-19)
30.5%
More Affordable
A unique tuition structure that is 30.5% lower than at peer institutions.
99%
Job Placement Rate
Within a year of graduating, students in select majors see a nearly guaranteed employment rate.
When and how do I start?
We’ve done this ten thousand times, and we would love to help you stay a step ahead!
Financial Aid Timeline & Deadlines
- October 2021 - Create FSA ID
- Nov-Dec 2021 - Submit Required Documents
- March 2, 2022 - Financial Aid Priority Deadline
- May 2022 - National Decision Day
- July 2022 - 1st Bill
Aid Application Process
- Apply to TMU
- Apply to FAFSA
- Apply for TMU Scholarships
Example Outcomes
We’ve taken different people from different backgrounds who came to TMU and expanded on how their financial aid was calculated.
We equip students with the academic preparation and professional skills needed to become Christ-like leaders in their careers, callings, churches, and communities. Top academics. Rigorous career preparation and acceleration. Vibrant and meaningful campus life. Affordable and transparent costs. Biblically-rooted worldview. Can you have it all without compromise? At TMU, yes. True Christian higher education exists so that we do not have to make an either-or decision.
| Aid: | |
| PELL GRANT | $6,195 |
| SEOG | $1,000 |
| CAL GRANT | $9,084 |
| TMU Academic | $5,500 |
| Pastor/Missionary Dependent (PMD) Grant | $1,000 |
| Subsidized Loan | $3,500 |
| Unsubsidized Loan | $2,000 |
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| Total Aid Received | $28,279 |
| Total Cost Of Tuition + Room & Board | $39,450 |
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| Annual Tuition Due | - |
| Annual Room & Board Due | $11,171 |
| Your Monthly Cost (10 month plan) | $1,117 |
| Aid: | |
| CAL GRANT | $9,084 |
| TMU Academic | $5,500 |
| Subsidized Loan | $3,500 |
| Unsubsidized Loan | $2,000 |
| Total Aid Received | $20,084 |
| Total Cost Of Tuition | $27,950 |
| Annual Tuition Due | $7,866 |
| Annual Room & Board Due | - |
| Your Monthly Cost (10 month plan) | $787 |
| Aid: | |
| PELL GRANT | $6,195 |
| SEOG | $1,000 |
| President's Scholarship | $14,000 |
| Alumni Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Subsidized Loan | $3,500 |
| Unsubsidized Loan | $2,000 |
| Total Aid Received | $27,695 |
| Total Cost Of Tuition + Room & Board | $39,450 |
| Annual Tuition Due | $255 |
| Annual Room & Board Due | $11,755 |
| Your Monthly Cost (10 month plan) | $1,201 |
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