Student Financial Aid Resources

The resources listed below are provided in order to assist students with understanding the cost of attending Trident University International, the types of financial aid that may be available to cover those costs for those who qualify, and information about student accounts.

Net Price Calculator

Trident is pleased to provide a guide to assist in early financial planning for college. The Net Price Calculator and shopping sheet will provide a preliminary estimate of federal, state and institutional aid eligibility, to help families gauge what aid the student may be awarded and to make arrangements to cover the cost of attendance. Start Your Financial Planning!

Financial Aid Shopping Sheet

The Financial Aid Shopping Sheet serves as a consumer tool that participating institutions will use to notify students about their financial aid package. It is a standardized form that is designed to simplify the information that prospective students receive about costs and financial aid so that they can easily compare institutions and make informed decisions about where to attend school.

To receive your customized Shopping Sheet, please follow the instructions outlined here. If you are a current student, login to the TLC Portal and click on the Financial Aid section.

Paying for College

Students considering how to pay for college can visit the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's "Paying for College" Website. This site serves as an informative source to assist students in understanding financial options, comparing financial aid plans, and learning how to repay student debt.

Student Account Balances with the University

A Student Accounts Specialist is available to speak with you regarding any account balances with the University. If you have any questions about your student account, you may contact us through the methods listed below. Account information is available at any time in the Student Balance link on the My TLC portal. If you are having difficulty paying the balance due on your student account, please contact us to discuss options available to you. We aim to find reasonable payment options that work for both the student and the University.

If you contact us in writing, please include your name, student ID number (if known), a phone number and e-mail where you can be contacted, and a description of your request for assistance. We will respond to you as quickly as possible, typically within 24-48 hours of receiving the request.

These accounts do not charge interest or fees and the University does not require a cosigner. You may request a payoff statement for your account at any time by contacting us through a method listed above. Be advised that the payoff amount will be equal to your current account balance listed in the MyTLC portal.

Trident collects payment from students who have account balances directly with the University. This is different than government or private lending sources and has rules and policies that are different from those programs.

Our Student Accounts Specialists work on behalf of the University and are part of an affiliated company (CEC Employee Group, LLC or CEC Educational Services, LLC).

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Note: In certain instances, your account may be serviced by TFC Tuition (License Number: 1708442) on our behalf. If applicable, you will be contacted by TFC Tuition with their contact information included.

Private Loans

Attention: Before applying for a private student loan, it is important to make sure you have first applied for federal financial aid (for those who qualify), as well as fully explore any state, employer or private agency options which may be available to you. The reason is that these sources often provide more favorable rates of interest or terms.

Note: Private loans are not federally guaranteed. The interest rate on your loan will generally be higher than the Federal Direct Loans and will depend on your credit score and/or ability to find a co-signer. Before applying for a private student loan, it is important to make sure you have first applied for federal financial aid including fully borrowing through the federal Title IV loan programs (for those who qualify). Be sure you fully explore and apply for other federal, state, employer and private agency aid options, which may be available for those who qualify, before borrowing a private loan.

How do I obtain the best interest rate and save money?

Lenders base the interest rates and fees charged for a private student loan upon an evaluation of each applicant's credit history. In general, applicants with better credit histories may qualify for lower interest charges. Individuals with longer, more established credit histories, for example a parent or grandparent, may be interested in serving as your co-signer. A co-signer is someone who makes a commitment to the lender to repay the loan amount in the event the borrower does not. Applying with a co-signer may help you to qualify for a private loan product, or may make you eligible to receive a lower interest rate on your private loan than if you applied on your own. Moving from a higher interest rate to a lower interest rate can save you money over the life of the loan. To learn more about the various elements that are included in a credit score, visit myfico.com.

The Financial Aid Office’s assistance includes help with reviewing tuition and fees, potential fund sources, and the eligibility requirements related to those funds. The Financial Aid Office cannot, and does not, provide advice concerning your current or future ability to repay any financial obligations that you incur while funding your education. If you are also receiving Title IV loans, the private student loan will be in addition to those funds. You must determine for yourself whether the loans will assist you in meeting your goals and whether you will be able to repay any federal, state and/or private student loans when those loans become due.

After you are approved by the Lender, the Lender will provide you with your Annual Percentage Rate, Finance Charge, Amount Financed and Total of Payments. Upon receipt of that information from the Lender, you will have the right to rescind the loan, however you may not have the time or ability to obtain a different loan before payment is due for your classes.