Applying for Aid
Apply for admission early
You will find out your base scholarship amount once admitted. (Filing the FAFSA will maximize all financial aid available.)
Attend Scholarship Weekend
Our goal is to recognize you for your academic achievement and talent. You have the potential for several scholarships.
Complete your FAFSA
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can begin filing Oct. 1. See our FAFSA tips.
Help is just a phone call away! Contact Wayne Dille, financial aid director, at 641-628-5336.
Receive your aid award
Financial aid awards – summarizing Central scholarships and awards, federal and state grants, loans and work study – will be sent upon receipt of your FAFSA and your completion of Central’s scholarship programs.
Accept your award
Return your accepted financial aid award and $200 enrollment deposit no later than May 1.
