Financing and Scholarships

Scholarships can be a helpful way to reduce education costs, but they are competitive and not guaranteed. Each opportunity has its own eligibility requirements, application process, deadlines, and award criteria set by the sponsoring organization.

If you’re considering applying, the best first step is reviewing the details directly with the scholarship provider to understand what’s required. The Urban River admissions team is also available to help you explore which scholarships may align with your situation and guide you toward the right resources.

Lumion is a financing partner that Urban River works with to offer payment plan and financing options. Through Lumion, students can complete a short application to explore available options and review potential payment structures.

The process allows you to see what may fit your budget before making a decision, and there is no obligation to proceed after reviewing your options. Admissions staff are available to help answer questions and walk you through how the process works.

Students often combine multiple approaches when planning how to pay for massage therapy training. Common options may include:

• Applying for scholarships through industry organizations

• Using GI Bill® education benefits (for eligible veterans and their families)

• Setting up a flexible payment plan

• Exploring financing through Lumion

• Paying out of pocket

Availability and eligibility vary based on individual circumstances. Because each student’s financial situation is unique, Urban River encourages one-on-one conversations with admissions to review available resources and outline a plan that feels manageable.