Financial Aid - Syracuse University Athletics

At Syracuse University, financial aid for student athletes encompasses a range of resources designed to support the cost of attendance, in accordance with NCAA regulations.

Guiding Goals for Providing Financial Aid

Athletic financial aid at Syracuse University is to be distributed fairly and equitably according to applicable federal laws and mandates and under the auspices of the NCAA bylaw.
Syracuse University leverages athletic financial aid as a mechanism to recruit and retain outstanding student athletes who bring competitive excellence to the classroom and to the playing and practice field.
The goal of the Program is to make the cost of attendance more affordable by minimizing the amount of money a student athlete must borrow or pay out-of-pocket.
Financial aid allocations are distributed in accordance with Title IX laws.

Types of Financial Aid Available

Athletic Financial Aid: Awarded based on athletic ability and NCAA guidelines. Initiated by coaches and approved by sport supervisors.
Institutional Financial Aid: Includes Syracuse University administered scholarships, grants, loans, work-study, and on-campus employment. Students apply through the Financial Aid Office.
Outside Aid: Non-institutional scholarships or grants must be reported and approved to ensure NCAA compliance.
Summer School Financial Aid: Student athletes at Syracuse University may receive financial aid for summer courses. Student athletes should work with their academic coordinator and coaching staff to be considered.

Financial Aid Resources

Syracuse University Financial Aid Policy
Annual Financial Aid Calendar
Cost of Attendance Grid
FAFSA Application
CSS Application
Net Price Calculator (Note: Estimates may differ for student athletes; contact coaching staff for accurate scholarship information)

Syracuse University Guiding Resources

Higher Education Act of 1965, Title IV
NCAA Division I Article 15: Financial Aid bylaw
Syracuse University Financial Aid Processes
Title IX Policy