Sylvia Bustard
Senior Financial Aid Coordinator
330-675-8970
sbustard@kent.edu
DROP-IN HOURS
Drop-in hours for Financial Aid & Academic Advising are located in the Student Services Building.
Academic and Financial Aid Advising | |
| Thursday, Sept. 3 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Thursday, Sept. 10 No Financial Aid |
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Academic Advising Only |
| Monday, Sept. 14 | 2 - 4 p.m. |
| Thursday, Sept. 17 | 2 - 4 p.m. |
| Monday, Sept. 21 | 2 - 4 p.m. |
| Thursday, Sept. 24 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
| Monday, Sept. 28 | 2 - 4 p.m. |
| Thursday, Oct. 1 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Financial Aid
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed on all university holiday closure dates.
Note that we are not able to service students 30 minutes before closing.
FAFSA Assistance - Financial Aid Virtual Nights
Financial Aid Virtual Information Sessions are available:
- Sept 30
- Oct 22
- Nov 10
- Dec 2
Registration is required.
REGISTER HERE
Trumbull Campus students may register for an in-person or virtual appointment for FAFSA assistance with the Kent Trumbull Financial Aid Office.
FINANCIAL AID RESOURCES
- Schedule an Appointment with Financial Aid - Students and families can schedule an in-person or remote appointment for financial aid or billing assistance, FAFSA filing and veterans benefits assistance.
- Attend a Drop-in Session - Meet with us without an appointment for financial aid or billing assistance (when dates are available). Available dates and times on this page.
- Veterans Benefits - Email the Center for Adult and Veteran Services Team for all veterans benefits questions.
- Submit Documents - Submit documents at the Financial, Billing & Enrollment Center site.
- Loan Forgiveness - Resources to assist you in applying for debt relief with the U.S. Department of Education.
- Emergency Resources - Find helpful resources for food and other community support.
- Kent State Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center When it comes to paying for college, financial aid can be a game changer. Whether it’s through scholarships, loans, grants or work-study programs, our team is here to help you maximize your financial aid offer.
- Cost of Attendance Calculator Estimate your educational expenses.
- Financial Aid Checklist Follow our step-by-step checklist to explore your financial aid options, including loans, grants, scholarships and other tuition assistance.
- BankMobile Refund Selection Check refund status.
- Financial Wellness Learn how to make sound financial decisions!
Need additional help? Email Sylvia Bustard, Senior Financial Aid Coordinator, Trumbull Campus, with questions at sbustard@kent.edu.
2027-2028 FAFSA Form is OPEN!
Students attending for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 can still complete the 2026-27 FAFSA if you have not done so. The 2027–28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is open for all students to complete. This is for Summer 2027, Fall 2027, and Spring 2028 terms.
Filing the FAFSA by February 1, 2027 gives students priority for the maximum amount of financial aid, including grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study.
FAFSA Title IV School Codes: Trumbull Campus: 003064 | Kent Campus: 003051
Complete the 2027-2028 FAFSA Now!
What FAFSA to Submit
| Semester(s) you plan to attend | You will submit this FAFSA | You can submit the FAFSA | Using income and tax information from |
| Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Spring 2027 | 2026-2027 | NOW | 2024 |
| Summer 2027, Fall 2027, Spring 2028 | 2027-2028 | NOW | 2025 |
PAYING TUITION
- All payments must be made online. The Trumbull Campus does not take in-person payments.
- Online payments are completed through payonline.kent.edu. If you use your checking/savings account information, you won't be charged a service fee.
- MasterCard, Visa, American Express, and Discover are the only credit cards accepted. There is a $3 non-refundable service fee for card payments between $20 and $102 and 2.95% for payments greater than $102.
- There are authorized user and PINless user options for parents making payments.
- Mail personal checks, scholarship checks and/or 529 Plan payments to:
Attn: Bursar
Kent State University
PO Box 5190
Kent OH 44242
