First Presbyterian Church has a student loan fund. This fund was established by Frances and Mai Priddy who wished to support students' financial ability to attend college. Loan recipients formally agree to pay back the loan upon completion or termination of their education, so that future students may benefit from the same support.
 

IT IS THE MISSION of the First Presbyterian Church Student Loan Committee to encourage students to further their education by providing financial assistance through loans to students for tuition and other educational program expenses during the time of their schooling.

 

How to Apply

 

The Fund is administered by the First Presbyterian Church Student Loan Committee, which meets between mid-April and early-May each year to consider applications. Students are asked to submit their applications by April 28. Any student pursuing higher education through academic, vocational, or graduate studies within an accredited post-secondary eduation institution may be eligible to apply for a FPC Student Loan. The Student Loans are awarded based on academic merit, community service, letters of recommendation, and financial need.
 

Download Application-Apply Online.

 

Click on this link to download the Student Loan Application.

 

Complete and mail it in (First Presbyterian Church, Attention: Student Loan Committee, 820 Colonial Ave., Norfolk, VA 23507)– or you may complete the Application on line and email to mary@fpcnorfolk.org.

 

Choose the approach that’s most convenient and comfortable for you.

 

All applicants must submit a completed application form, entry essay, two letters of recommendation, current high school or college transcripts, and a statement of financial need.

 

If after review of an application the Committee deems it advisable, the student will be asked to come in for an interview with one or more of the Committee members.

 

Repayment of loans commence following graduation or termination of an academic program, and loan recipients will be expected to estimate their repayment terms upon receipt of the financial aid.  

 

The Student Loan Committee will respond to applicants by May 15, and loan funds will be sent directly to educational institutions during the summer for the fall semester.

 

If you have any questions, please contact mary@fpcnorfolk.org or 757-625-1697.

 

Prior Loan Recipients-Repay Online.

Click on this link to Repay Online using a credit card or a checking account.