1. What is a Primary Finance Option?
This is the primary method by which your tuition costs will be paid. If the primary option selected will not cover 100 percent of your tuition costs, then a secondary option must be selected to cover the remaining costs.
2. Can I utilize a University of Phoenix financial option if my company offers tuition reimbursement?
Yes, many of our students’ employers pay for some portion of their employee’s tuition. The option available will depend on the percent of tuition reimbursement by your employer and arrangements your company has made with the University. Please see your employer for details regarding your organization’s benefits.
3. My company will reimburse me for my tuition. Is it possible for me to pay the University after I am reimbursed by my employer?
Tuition payments can be deferred a maximum of 60 days from the start date of each course for students who are eligible. The balance due must be paid at that time regardless of whether or not you have been reimbursed by your employer. Please ask your University of Phoenix Financial Representative for more information. See details for this option at Tuition Reimbursement Plan.
4. My company will pay for my tuition. Will the University bill my company directly?
Many companies have been approved for direct billing. Ask your University of Phoenix Financial Representative if your employer is on this list. See details for this option at Third-party Billing Plan.
5. Will I be able to use my Military Tuition Assistance benefits at University of Phoenix?
You may use your Military Tuition Assistance benefits at University of Phoenix. Ask your University of Phoenix Financial Representative for details. See details for this option at Third-party Billing Plan.
6. What student loan programs are available?
University of Phoenix offers a variety of private loan programs in addition to federal financial aid. Check with your local campus for information on currently available private loans. The federal financial aid programs include need-based grants as well as student loans. See details
for these options under Private Loan Plan and Federal Financial Aid Plan.
7. Does University of Phoenix offer any scholarships?
For more information on scholarships offered by University of Phoenix, as well as links to other scholarships, visit Scholarships.
8. May I attend class before I have received my federal financial aid loan(s)?
You may attend class while your federal financial aid application is being processed, provided you meet the following conditions. You must have:
- Completed a financial aid orientation or received a welcome call from your financial representative
- Completed the Entrance Interview Form
- Completed all required financial aid forms and submitted additional materials requested by the University of Phoenix Financial Aid Processing Center and received eligibility confirmation from the U.S. Department of Education
- Completed the Admissions Application
- Paid all applicable fees prior to the start date of your first course.
See details for this option at Federal Financial Aid Plan.
9. How will I be notified of my outstanding balance at University of Phoenix?
It is your responsibility to be aware of your account balance at all times. This information is available through your personal web page on eCampus, the student website. In addition, University of Phoenix regularly sends statements for outstanding balances. Please consult your University of Phoenix Financial Representative for more details.