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Student Rights and Responsibility

  • You have the right to privacy. All records and data submitted with your application for financial aid are treated as confidential information.
  • You have the right to a complete explanation of the award process. If you do not understand your financial aid award, or feel your application has not been evaluated fairly, please contact the Financial Aid Office.
  • You have the right to be notified of cancellation or withdrawal of aid, and to be informed of why this action is being taken.
  • You have the right to appeal. You may request a review of any decision concerning your financial aid eligibility. Please contact the Financial Aid Office and make an appointment. If necessary, you may be directed to submit a written appeal and supporting documentation.
  • You have the responsibility to report funds or benefits from any source (such as outside scholarships) that you receive or are promised (before and after you are awarded financial aid). The Financial Aid Office is required BY LAW to make adjustments to prevent or correct over awards. We take this responsibility seriously. You will save yourself frustration, inconvenience and possible financial penalty by reporting any changes in your financial status promptly.
  • You have the responsibility to report any change in your student status immediately. If you move, change your name, drop credits, withdraw from school or do anything else that may affect your financial situation, please report that information to the Financial Aid Office immediately.
  • You have the responsibility to keep copies of all correspondence regarding your financial aid, whether it is from the Financial Aid Office or governmental agencies.
  • You have the responsibility to use financial aid funds for educationally related expenses only, such as tuition and fees, books, supplies and reasonable living costs.
  • You have the responsibility to understand how the Financial Aid Office determines if you are making satisfactory academic progress and what happens if you do not maintain satisfactory academic progress.