Certificate Entry into Nursing (CEIN)

The CEIN/BS Program at the University of Connecticut is considered an accelerated pre-licensure program.  Students will receive a bachelor’s degree in Nursing in addition to the post-baccalaureate certificate.

CEIN students who apply for financial aid are offered federal loans for each of the three semesters separately (spring, summer, fall). Students who apply for Private (Alternative) Loans must apply once per semester. Parents who apply for Federal Parent PLUS Loans on behalf of CEIN students must also apply once per semester.

CEIN Class of 2024 Financial Aid Application Process

Students enrolled in CEIN are eligible for undergraduate-level federal loans. CEIN students must complete the following to be considered:

  • A 2023-2024 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to the start of Spring 2024 classes
  • UConn’s (first time) federal student loan borrowers will need to complete a undergraduate student Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling.
  • A loan application – if parents of dependent CEIN student are applying for a Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan. Detailed information on Federal Parent PLUS Loans is available on the Loans for Parents page.
  • A loan application – if applying for a Private/Alternative Educational Loans more information is available on the Private/Alternative Educational Loans page.
  • A 2024-2025 FAFSA prior to the start of Fall 2024 classes. The application is expected to become available in December 2023.

More information about undergraduate student loan options is available on the Loans for Undergraduates page.

The Financial Aid Information for CEIN/BS Program - CEIN Class of 2024 document is a useful resource for CEIN students.

CEIN students can view the CEIN Tuition and Fees for 2023-2024 on the Office of the Bursar’s website.

This is the presentation from the CEIN Class of 2024 orientation: Financial Aid and Payment Information 2024 Certificate Entry into Nursing Program

CEIN Class of 2025 Financial Aid Application Process

Students enrolled in CEIN are eligible for undergraduate-level federal loans. CEIN students must complete the following to be considered:

  • A 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in October or prior to the start of Spring 2025 classes.
  • UConn’s (first time) federal student loan borrowers will need to complete an undergraduate student Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling.
  • A loan application – if parents of dependent CEIN student are applying for a Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan. Detailed information on Federal Parent PLUS Loans is available on the Loans for Parents page.
  • A loan application – if applying for a Private/Alternative Educational Loans more information is available on the Private/Alternative Educational Loans page.
  • A 2025-2026 FAFSA prior to the start of Fall 2025 classes. The application became available on October 1, 2025.

More information about undergraduate student loan options is available on the Loans for Undergraduates

The Financial Aid Information for the CEIN/BS Program - CEIN Class of 2025 document is a useful resource for CEIN students.

 

CEIN – Types of Aid

Eligible CEIN students who complete the FAFSA, are offered undergraduate annual limits of Federal Direct Student Loans. CEIN students are not eligible for need-based grants.

Scholarships for CEIN students are administered by the School of Nursing.

CEIN Student Federal Direct Student Loan Eligibility

Eligible CEIN students are offered Federal Direct Student Loans as follows:

Semester Dependent Student Federal Direct Loan Independent Student Federal Direct Loan
Spring $3,750 $6,250
Summer $3,750 $6,250
Fall $4,688 $7,813

CEIN – Financing Options for Educational Expenses

Welcome, CEIN students! In addition to Federal Direct Student Loan offers, the following financing options are available to assist CEIN students with their educational expenses:

Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarships for CEIN students are administered by the School of Nursing.

Federal Direct (Parent) PLUS Loan

Eligible parents of dependent CEIN students can apply for a Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan. The parent will need to complete separate applications for a Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan once per semester (spring, summer, and fall).

Private/Alternative Education Loans

Any CEIN students can apply for a Private Alternative Education Loan. Students will need to complete separate applications for a Private Alternative Education Loan once per semester (spring, summer, and fall).

UConn Payment Plan

UConn’s Office of the Bursar offers a payment plan for the fall and spring semesters.