Financial Aid Options
The idea of starting a new career is fun and exciting, but sometimes the burden of the financial obligation can be scary. At the Academy of Pet Careers, we work hard to provide financial aid options to all students.
The resources below will help you begin your financial aid process. Please reach out to our Admissions Director for assistance and guidance through out your planning.
Please Note: the APC is NOT eligible for FAFSA loans or other federal grants.
Government Funding Options
Both state and federal government funding provide a variety of options for students at the Academy of Pet Careers. You can begin by reviewing the options below to see if you are eligible for funding from any of these government organizations.
- Veteran Affairs (VA) offers VA education benefits to those who qualify (Not eligible for online programs).
- Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) offers financial assistance and coaching to those who have physical or mental disabilities that keep them from obtaining a job.
Employer Sponsorship
For those already working in the pet field, you may be eligible for an Employer Sponsorship. For every dollar your employer is willing to donate to your education, the APC will match their contribution. For example: a 10% contribution will save you 20% of the cost of tuition. A 50% contribution will cover 100% of your tuition expense.
This is a fantastic opportunity, with added value, if you have a great relationship with your employer and you can add value to their pet business with your new skills.
Learn more and talk to your employer by downloading the flyer below.
TFC Student Loans
We know that bank loans and government funds are not available to all students. Whether you have poor credit or can’t work while attending school, we’ve partnered with TFC Tuition to provide loan options for most every student. With your long-term success in mind, we’ve worked to get your monthly payments as low as possible so you can focus on what’s important, your career.
Our loans require a minimal down payment to get started and full-time students will get discounted payments while in school to lighten the load as you focus on your program. Contact our admissions team to learn more about TFC Student Loans or to start your Student Loan Application.
529 Savings Plans
Your program might qualify for 529 Savings Plans, just not as a "qualified expense". The Academy of Pet Careers' programs would be considered an "unqualified expense", and you can still use the fund.
In an attempt to outweigh the penalties the fund may incur due to this unqualified withdrawal, The APC offers a 20% discount on tuition if paid upfront.
To make an unqualified withdrawal from a 529 plan, you'll typically need to contact your plan administrator and request the withdrawal, indicating that it's not for qualified educational expenses. This withdrawal will trigger taxes on the earnings portion of the withdrawal, and potentially a 10% penalty, unless an exception applies.