Welcome to MTSA, Class of 2028!

We’re so excited to have you join the MTSA family. This page is your one-stop guide for getting started — from setting up your student portal, completing financial aid requirements, to applying for financial aid.

IMPORTANT DATES

• 11/6: Student Financial Aid Orientation Deadline
• 11/16: Complete Financial Aid and Direct Loans Requirements
• 6/30/2026: Deadline to file the 2026-2027 Federal FAFSA

Get Started

Here’s exactly what you need to know to get started.

The Financial Aid Office is dedicated to supporting your educational journey by providing resources and guidance throughout your three-year program. If you are interested in receiving financial assistance, please follow the steps below and be mindful of deadlines.

Step 1: Access Your Student Portal

Set up your Campus Café Student account — this is your main hub for:

• Checking grades and schedules
• Accessing course materials
• Managing tuition and billing

Step 2: Complete Financial Aid Requirements

Take care of your financial aid to avoid delays:

• Visit StudentAid.gov to submit your 2025-2026 FAFSA
  • Complete the FAFSA using 2023 tax information.
  • MTSA School Code is 007783

Step 3: Schedule Your Financial Aid Orientation

In this orientation we will convey everything you need to succeed:

• Schedule your One-on-One Financial Aid Orientation for either an in-person or online TEAMS appointment by November 6, 2025.
  • Book your appointment here: Class of 2028 – Student Financial Aid Orientation

Be financially prepared:

• Create a monthly budget – Online budget worksheet
• Watch budgeting videos and quick tips – Budgeting video, quick facts
• Learn budgeting basics – Budgeting basics

Orientation Key Factors:

• Class of 2028 Financial Guide
• Applying for Federal Aid
• Budgeting
• Understand and know your Cost of Attendance
• Payment and Tuition Schedule and Tuition Deadline Dates
• Learn about the Types of Financial Assistance
• Financial Aid Offer
• Satisfactory Academic Progress
• Loan Repayment
• Consumer Information
• Institutional Expectations
• Q&A?

Step 4: Complete Loan Documents After Orientation

Complete forms for Unsubsidized Loans, Graduate PLUS Loans and/or Private Loans below:

Review Direct Loan Entrance Counseling PowerPoint

Unsubsidized Loans
https://studentaid.gov/mpn/ (Unsubsidized Graduate MPN)
https://studentaid.gov/entrance-counseling/ (Entrance counseling)

Graduate PLUS Loans
https://studentaid.gov/plus-app/grad/landing (Application)
https://studentaid.gov/mpn/grad/landing (Direct PLUS MPN)

Private Loans
https://elmselect.com

Type in MTSA, scroll to the bottom and click View Loans, to view the lenders frequently used by MTSA students. You may select any lender and complete the required paperwork. (MTSA does not have a preferred lender list or arrangement).

Private Loan Comparison Worksheet

Private Loan Comparison Worksheet

Step 5: Reach your Financing Decision

Access your financial aid offer via your Campus Café Student Portal to accept or decline your aid package.

Instructions for Navigating and Accepting Your Financial Aid Package

Campus Café Login – https://ten-web.scansoftware.com/cafeweb/tl/login
If you need any offered amounts adjusted, please reach out to finaid@mtsa.edu

Business Office / Billing & Payment

For questions about tuition, billing, and payment options, the Business Office is here to help.

 Visit the Business Office webpage to access:

• Tuition & fee breakdowns
• Payment deadlines
• Refund process
• Complete your EFT Authorization Agreement
  The Business Office utilizes direct deposit to disburse student refunds

Contact the Business Office

• Email: Business.Office@mtsa.edu
• Phone: 615-732-7668

Meet the Administration and Staff at MTSA.

Visit the Administration and Staff page to meet the leadership and support teams who make up the MTSA community.

Helpful links to Bookmark:

• Code of Conduct
• Consumer Information
• Complaints and Grievances Procedures
• Handy Calculators
• Financial Calculators 
• DNAP Practice Doctorate Student Handbook

Financial Aid Resources

• Financial Aid Glossary
• Refunds, Return of Federal Financial Aid, and Leave of Absence
• Financial Aid Rights and Responsibilities

We recommend completing these steps before the start of the term to stay on track. Still have questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out!

Financial Aid Office Contacts:

Jennifer Speer, Director, 615-732-7884
Shana Davis, Assistant Director, 615-732-7673

Ikey Devasher Student Support Center, 1st Floor
315 Hospital Drive, Madison, TN 37115
finaid@mtsa.edu