Types of Aid

Financial aid is available from various sources, including the federal and state government, private organizations, employers, and DePaul University.

Gift Aid

This type of financial assistance does not need to be repaid and is often awarded based on financial need or academic merit. Examples include:

Self-Help Aid

This type of financial assistance must be repaid or earned through work. Examples include:

Most financial aid packages combine both gift aid and self-help aid.