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Office of Student Financial Aid

Information for Parents

Cost of Attendance

View the cost of attendance page to see an estimate of your student's educational expenses for the coming school year.

Federal Direct PLUS Loans

Federal Direct PLUS loans are offered to parents to help cover costs not already covered by student loans and scholarship and grant aid.
Learn about and apply for Federal Direct PLUS loans.

FERPA

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records.
More information about FERPA

Information Release Form

In order for parents to view student records pertaining to financial aid, a student may grant the parent third party access to the ISU on-line system of Accessplus. If this is not a viable option for the parent, the student can elect to complete the Information Release Form (PDF) giving permission for the Office of Student Financial Aid to speak directly with a parent regarding a student’s financial aid.

Policies

Stay current by reading the latest policies regarding financial aid.

Additional Links

Paying the University Bill

Learn more about paying the University Bill or visit Accounts Receivable directly (office responsible for administering the University Bill).

New starting in 2009-2010
Gift Certificate Payment Option

Dining & Housing

For information regarding Dining and Housing expenses, parents should visit ISU Dining or ISU Department of Residence.