Financial Aid
Tuition Funding Sources
An education is one of the most important investments in your career! And a Massage School education is an investment that can change your life. We understand that you probably have questions and would appreciate the help in developing a personalized financial plan for tuition. This is a brief description of some of the more common sources of tuition funding that may be available for those who qualify. A combination of sources can be used to help students develop a complete tuition payment plan. Students will be awarded financial aid based on their individual eligibility. The financial aid representative can help you with applications and questions.

Scholarships, Grants and Gift Aid
Federal Grants
Pell and FSEOG need based grants calculated on government and institutional financial "need" formulas. Grants do not have to be repaid. Awards range based on applicant's eligibility from $0-$4,731 per academic year.

Cortiva Institute Scholarships
Two scholarship programs are offered by Cortiva to help students with their tuition investment.
  • Cortiva Institute Founders Scholarships $2000
  • Cortiva Institute & Massage Magazine Scholarships $500
Awards are based on the applicant's interview and essay describing why they have chosen this field. See your Admissions Representative or Financial Aid officer for an application and details.

Other Scholarship Sources
Employers, Churches, Clubs, Unions, Foundations.

Agencies
Veterans Administration
Department of Labor
Bureau of Rehabilitation Services

Employer Reimbursement
Some employers will reimburse students for a portion of tuition costs.
Federal and Private Loans
Stafford Federal Subsidized Student Loan
A low interest loan awarded based on need. No interest or payments while in-school and for 6 months after (grace period). No credit check. Loans can range from $0-$3,500, per academic year, based on eligibility.

Stafford Federal Unsubsidized Student Loan
A low interest loan, NOT awarded on the basis of need, in which interest accrues immediately but payments that can be deferred until 6-months after graduation. No credit check. Loans can range from $0-$6,000 (independent student), $0-$2,000 (dependent student), per academic year, based on eligibility.

Parent Loans
A low-fixed interest loan available to parents of students for Tuition, Books, Fees, Living Expenses, etc. Credit check required. Co-signer may be used.

Sallie Mae
"Career Training Loan" Available to cover Tuition, Books, Fees, etc. Interest rates vary based on credit history. Co-signer may be required.
Payment Plans
A student payment plan option is provided for students who have balances remaining after all other financial aid options have been pursued. Break down your remaining balance into interest - free monthly payments over the length of your program.

Cortiva Institute operates schools in the following locations:

Scottsdale Massage School Tucson Massage School
Florida Massage School Chicago Massage School
Chicago Massage School Boston Massage School
New Jersey Massage School New Jersey Massage School
Philadelphia Massage School Seattle Massage School

* Not all sources are available at all locations; please check with your financial aid representative for more information on what programs are available at your location.

Documents that will be helpful:
  • Your Social Security Number.
  • Your Driver's License (if any).
  • Your W-2 Forms and other records of money earned.
  • Your (and your spouse's, if you are married) Federal Income Tax Return form 1040, 1040A, or 1040EZ, foreign tax return, or tax return for Puerto Rico, Guam, Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, the Marshall Islands, or the Federated States of Palau.
  • Your parents' Federal Income Tax Return (if you are a dependent student).
  • Your untaxed income records: Social Security, Temporary Assistance to Families, welfare, or veteran's benefits records.
  • Your alien registration number or permanent residence card (if you are not a U.S. citizen).

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