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I want to be a Community Assistant; will my aid change?

As a CA, you are not charged for room and board. The Office of Financial Aid takes the average room and board figure used for financial aid ($10,776 for 07-08), and your aid is reduced by that amount. We reduce self-help (subsidized loans and work-study) first. If additional adjustments are needed, University Scholarship is reduced accordingly.


Can I still borrow a student loan if my need has been fully met with NU scholarship assistance?

It is possible to borrow through the Federal Stafford loan program even if a loan is not initially offered. However, you may have to apply for the non-need based unsubsidized Federal Stafford loan which means you would be responsible for the interest while you are in school. You should contact the Financial Aid Office if you would like information about your loan eligibility.


I have some self-help remaining and would like to keep my work-study job instead of taking a student loan. Is this possible?

Typically, the amount of time that needs to be devoted to Community Assistant duties precludes your having a work-study job. However, exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis. In order to be employed as a CA and hold a work-study position, you must receive written permission from your Resident Hall Coordinator indicating that work-study will not interfere with your CA duties, your studies or class attendance.





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