Educational Loans

Since 2008 Pomona meets financial need with grants and student employment.

Since 2008, Pomona College has used a combination of Pomona scholarship, appropriate federal or state grants, and student employment to meet financial need. Families may still use a combination of parent and student loans to meet the family share if they choose.

What if I need more financial aid than I am awarded? or What if I apply for but am not eligible for grant assistance, yet my family needs some form of assistance?

There are some alternatives for students who do not qualify for grant assistance or whose families need help meeting their contribution.

All families, whether receiving other aid from the College or meeting costs on their own, are free to explore loan options to assist in financing a student's college education. Information about the Federal Direct Loan Program for parents and students may be found in our Federal Loans section.  Parents and students who wish to explore private loan options in addition to Federal loan options may find out more on our Private Loans section.