FINANCIAL AID
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Students who are US citizens or permanent residents may be eligible for Pell Grants, Stafford Loans, or Plus Loans. Stafford Loans may be either subsidized or unsubsidized. Students can apply online using our OPE # 03856500. To see how much you can qualify for, please use our Tuition Calculator.
For students who will be requesting federal student loans or Pell Grants, please be sure to complete your FASFA as soon as possible and no later than two weeks before your interview day.
Workforce Florida
In support of work to help Floridians enter and advance in the workforce while strengthening the state business climate, Workforce Florida offers funding opportunities through grant solicitations, requests for proposals (RFP) and invitations to negotiate (ITN). Eligible students may receive grant funding through the WIA program by contacting their county’s Workforce Center. The WIA program allows individuals to be trained at FSTM and pays a portion of the tuition cost.
Florida Prepaid College Plan - Title I
The Florida Prepaid College Plan is a program through which families prepay for their child’s education at a guaranteed fixed rate. It is guaranteed by the State of Florida. This program began in 1988 and is the largest prepaid tuition plan in the country.
Bright Futures Scholarships
Students who are eligible for Florida Bright Futures Scholarships may apply them to their tuition at FSTM.
Veteran Administration Funds
The Veteran Administration will provide FSTM tuition funding for those who are eligible for VA educational benefits. You are likely eligible if you are a veteran, or the spouse or child of a veteran.
MYCAA
Allied-created scholarships for military spouse allows military spouses (or dependents) to prepare for a new career without the worry of paying for tuition or stressing about in-state/ out-of-state residency requirements.
Scholarships for Children/Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans
This scholarship is for children and spouses of diseased or disabled veterans and is granted through the Department of Education.
Private Scholarships
Our Financial Aid Department provides assistance and consultation on how students can find and apply for private scholarships. Email info@midwiferyschool.org for more information about private scholarships.
FSTM In-House Payment Plan
Even better, how about a 0% interest monthly payment plan? Sponsored by FSTM, you can pay the school directly and avoid paying interest. At the time of registration, 1/2 of the semester’s tuition is due to start class. The remaining balance is split into 3 monthly payments. All tuition for each semester is due on the set due date, and all fees for said semester must be paid by the last day of school during that term. Email info@midwiferyschool.org for more information about private scholarships.
LendEDU
This is a free resource for comparing private student loan options, as well as comparing student loan refinancing options. Browse lenders, learn about responsible borrowing, find information about responsible repayment, and more. Private loans should only be considered after all other options are exhausted.
Sallie Mae Alternative Loans for Career Schools
These are private (bank) loans, and eligibility is based on your credit score and financial information. Private loans are not associated with your FAFSA and are regulated differently by the government, as they are not the same as government student loans. The amount of a private loan is based on the “Cost of Attendance” less any other financial aid you already have. "Cost of Attendance” is calculated by the financial aid office. You should only consider these loans if you are running out of eligibility for federal loans and cannot make ends meet otherwise. Private loans should only be considered after all other options are exhausted.
Wells Fargo Student Loan for Career and Community Colleges
These are private (bank) loans, and eligibility is based on your credit score and financial information. Private loans are not associated with your FAFSA and are regulated differently by the government, as they are not the same as government student loans. The amount of a private loan is based on the “Cost of Attendance” less any other financial aid you already have. "Cost of Attendance” is calculated by the financial aid office. You should only consider these loans if you are running out of eligibility for federal loans and cannot make ends meet otherwise. Private loans should only be considered after all other options are exhausted.
CARES Act Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Reporting: Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students
For recipients of the CARES Act - Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF), to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students as per Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as required by the U.S Department of Education – 45 Day Fund Report. Accordingly, the following information must appear in a format and location that is easily accessible to the public 30 days after the date when the institution received its allocation under 18004(a)(1) and updated every 45 days thereafter:
This is to acknowledge that Florida School of Traditional Midwifery signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that the institution has used, or intends to use, no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students on July 7, 2020.
$35,271 - The total amount of funds that the institution will receive or has received from the Department pursuant to the institution’s Certification and Agreement [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students on July 4, 2020.
$17,636 - The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of the date of submission (i.e., as of the 30-day Report and every 45 days thereafter). This data is valid through 9/28/2020.
48 - The estimated total number of students at the institution eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. *Please note, this figure is derived from the number of students with a completed 19-20 FAFSA and who were registered for Spring Semester or Summer Semester with FSTM. This data is valid through 9/28/2020.
27 - The total number of students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. This data is valid through 9/28/2020.
An application was sent to students on June 22 for students to request to receive aid from FSTM’s allocation of HEERF. A link to that application is listed here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflsuOL1_Lw7RK4N6i1zP8Qo7aF0vOIwB0FfXnRrRsH2vY63w/viewform?usp=sf_link
Within that application, every eligible student was informed of and acknowledged that they understood the following guidelines and information:
“I understand that:
FSTM has a limited amount of HEERF Cares Act Funding.
Request determinations and amounts will be made by FSTM and done on student by student basis.
These funds are NOT first come first serve. My financial and academic standing and this application may be reviewed in the decision making process.
Additional information may be requested and any information I provide may be verified.
The funds I receive from the COVID-19 Student Emergency Grant Fund may be considered taxable income.
These funds are NOT considered income for financial aid purposes pertaining to future academic years.
All determinations made by FSTM are final and cannot be appealed.
FSTM does not discriminate on the basis on race, color, nationality/country of origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, or any actual or perceived parental, familial or marital status as per state and federal regulations. These are standards FSTM requires be met, valued and exceeded in any and all practices, programs, and decisions.
FSTM Quarterly Reports
2022 Quarter 4 - October 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022
2022 Quarter 3 - July 1, 2022 through September 30, 2022
2022 Quarter 2 - April 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022
2022 Quarter 1 - January 1, 2022 through March 31, 2022
2021 Quarter 4 - October 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021
2021 Quarter 3 - July 1, 2021 through September 30, 2021
2021 Quarter 2 - April 1, 2021 through June 30, 2021
2021 Quarter 1 - January 1, 2021 through March 31, 2021