Tuition & Financial Aid
An affordable education with lasting value.
While the cost of a Cairn University education is competitive with similar institutions, we realize you may need financial assistance to take this journey. You are not alone.
97% of our full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance.
Avg. Aid Award
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*Based on first-time, full-time students including federal, state, and university grants and scholarships.
Getting started with financial aid
Complete your Cairn University Application
Before you begin the financial aid process, make sure to complete and submit your application for enrollment.
Apply Now!
Complete your FAFSA
File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Use school code 003351.
Send your test scores and transcripts
You merit scholarship award is based largely on your test scores and high school GPA. If you haven't already provided your scores and transcripts with your application, please send those as soon as they are available to your admissions counselor so we can process your award estimate as accurately as possible.
Download Transcript Request Form
Explore other scholarships and aid opportunities
Eligible students may apply for various other University scholarships through the Financial Aid Office.
View All Scholarships
Set up your monthly payment plan
Cairn offers students monthly payment plans through the Nelnet Campus Commerce system. Students may divide yearly academic costs into eight, ten, eleven, or twelve monthly payments. An invite to Nelnet Campus Commerce system for a monthly payment plan is sent to the student’s Cairn email address. Any questions should be directed to studentaccounts@cairn.edu or 215.702.4207.
Contact Business Services for more information
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Undergraduate Programs
Cairn Online-
Flat per credit rate
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AA, BS/BA, and Dual-Level programs!
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Access to all online learning platforms
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Does not include textbooks & supplies
Undergraduate Programs
Full-time, on-campus (2022-2023)-
Tuition (12-18 credits/semester)
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Housing
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Meals (unlimited access plan)
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Activity fees
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Does not include textbooks & supplies
Graduate Programs
Online & On-campus-
Discounts available on select programs
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Tuition varies by program
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50% off for course audits
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Does not include textbooks & supplies
Find out how much you can save!
Complete our Scholarship Estimator. Our admission staff will review your submission and contact you shortly to discuss your merit scholarship. Final scholarship will be determined upon receipt of official academic transcripts and admission to Cairn University.
Important Dates & Deadlines
- February 15 – FAFSA priority deadline
- March 1 – Young Life Scholarship application due
- March 1 – Veritas Scholarship application due
- August 1 – Church Match payment due
- August 1 – Scholarship America match application due
- August 1 – Fall tuition payment due
- December 15 – Spring tuition payment due
Financial Aid Forms
Helpful Links
Important Dates
- February 15 – FAFSA priority deadline
- August 1 – Church Match payment due
- August 1 – Fall tuition payment due
- December 15 – Spring tuition payment due
