Refund/Repayment

Students receiving funds awarded by the Department of Student Financial Aid should be aware of policies regarding withdrawal from the University.  These policies are consistent with Federal regulation.  Calculation of tuition and fee refunds due to withdrawal are based on all charges the University has assessed the  student.  When student has elected various optional services charged to their fee statement, the total dollar value of these optional services will also be used to determine whether repayment of any grant or loan will be required.

Some students who withdraw from the University or reduce their course load may be entitled to a portion of the following charges:  Tuition, University Authorized Tuition, Computer Access Fee, Student Center Complex Fee, Health Center Fee, Physical Education Service Fee, Laboratory Fee, Residence Hall Rent, Meal Plans, etc.

The refund schedule for fees is as follows:

Fall, Spring or 10 Week Summer Semester	Percentage of Fees Refunded
Prior to the first class day	100%
During the first five class days	80%
During the second five class days	70%
During the third five class days	50%
During the fourth five class days	25%
During the fifth five class days	0%
5-Week Summer Term	Percentage of Fees Refunded
Prior to the first class day	100%
During the first, second, or third class day	80%
During the fourth, fifth, or sixth class day	50%
During the seventh class day and following	0%

 
Effective Fall 2000

Federal regulations require a refund calculation for all students who receive Title IV and certain state student aid at a post-secondary institution of higher education who withdraw during a payment period (semester).  The length of time during which a refund must be calculated is up to 60 percent of the payment period.  Athletes should see their academic advisor in the Athletic Department before initiating the withdrawal process.

Examples of both refund methods are available.  Please contact our office for more information.