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Financial Aid

Financial Aid
Financial Aid Admission, Eligibility, and Application Process
Awarding Policies, Procedures, and Notification
Academic Load, Eligible Terms, and Class Attendance
Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
Refund and Withdrawal Policies

The primary purpose of student financial aid is to provide supplemental resources for students who otherwise would be unable to pursue an education. It is the philosophy of the university that the primary responsibility of educating a student first lies with the student. Financial Aid is offered as an additional resource to assist the student.  

Students entering or enrolled in Dallas Baptist University are encouraged to apply for financial assistance by completing the Free Application of Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students who are non-citizens of the United States may be eligible to receive aid from the State of Texas by completing the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) found at College for All Texans. Additional financial aid information may be found on the DBU Financial Aid Home page, and reviewing the Types of Aid available to DBU Students. This aid consists of Grants, Scholarships, and Loans  as well as self-help aid, and work-study programs.  

The cost of attending Dallas Baptist University will vary according to each students personal spending characteristics, and financial resources. Please visit the cashier’s cost of attendance webpage for an estimate of costs by completing the first-year student net price calculator. Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimate of the total cost to attend DBU and includes not only direct costs but also indirect costs. Direct costs are those billed by DBU such as: tuition, fees, and on-campus room and meals for students who live on campus. Indirect Costs are books, course materials, transportation, and personal expenses, costs associated with a first professional license or credential. For those students who live off campus or with a parent, indirect costs include room and meals. For Cost Of Attendance (COA) information, please visit here.   

The purpose of student financial aid is to provide supplemental resources for students who otherwise would be unable to pursue an education. It is the philosophy of the university that the primary responsibility of educating a student first lies with the student and their family.