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Advancing Neumann's Franciscan Mission Through Free Tuition
Neumann Tuition Promise
Neumann University is dedicated to making higher education accessible and affordable, reflecting our Catholic Franciscan tradition that knowledge is a gift to be shared. With the Neumann Tuition Promise, eligible Pennsylvania families can access a quality education without the burden of rising costs. This free college tuition education for eligible Pennsylvania students ensures that talented students from across the state can achieve their academic and career goals without financial barriers. At Neumann, we believe in supporting every student’s potential, empowering them to make a meaningful impact on the world.
Requirements for Eligibility
- Available to incoming domestic first-year students starting in Fall 2025 who reside in Pennsylvania (PA)
- Students must be Pell-eligible (requires submitting the FAFSA to determine financial aid eligibility)
- Students must be eligible for the Pennsylvania State Grant
- A minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale is required
- Apply for admission and list Neumann University on the FAFSA by April 1, 2025
- Students must live on campus to qualify and maintain eligibility for free college tuition
- Enrollment as a full-time student is required to remain eligible
- 100% of full-time tuition is covered through federal, state, and Neumann scholarships and grants
- 3+1 or 4+1 degree programs are eligible only for the fall and spring semesters of the undergraduate years
- Private scholarships, loans, or non-federal and non-state grants can be applied to other expenses beyond tuition, unless restricted by the scholarship provider
- Students can receive this tuition benefit for up to eight semesters (summer terms not included)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Pennsylvania Free Tuition program guaranteed for all four years?
Yes, it is guaranteed for all four years if you remain a full-time, residential student, are making satisfactory academic progress, remain eligible for Pell and the PA State Grant. If any of these eligibility requirements change, students will be awarded their grants and scholarships they received when accepted to Neumann.
Do I need a specific GPA at NU to maintain this?
No, if you are making satisfactory academic progress, you do not need to maintain a specific GPA.
Do I need to deposit by May 1 to be guaranteed housing?
Yes, you need to deposit by May 1 to be guaranteed housing.
Will on-campus housing be guaranteed for me for four years to receive this free tuition program?
Yes, you will have housing for four years.
Are there any stipulations for meeting the housing application deadlines?
To guarantee housing, you need to follow the housing application deadlines.
Can I opt into/out of this program?
If you don’t live on-campus, you are automatically “opted-out” and will receive the scholarships you were initially awarded.
Is there a separate application?
No, there is not a separate application. If you meet the qualifications, you will be notified.
Get More Information
To learn more about our Neumann Tuition Promise, please email neumann@neumann.edu or call 610-459-0905.
