Disbursement Policy & Procedures

Example of Federal Pell Entitlement

Student A is enrolled in 12 credit hours for the term. At the time of the first disbursement, Student A is only enrolled in 9 credit hours. Student A is entitled to 75% of their full award. At the time of the second disbursement, the student increases their enrollment to 12 credit hours. The student at the time of the second disbursement will receive an additional 25%.

Federal Pell funds are calculated based on a student's enrollment at the time of disbursement.

Things to Keep in Mind

Attendance must be verified in all courses.

The Financial Aid Office cannot pay for classes that do not count toward your program of study. It is important to work with your Advisor to ensure the classes you are enrolled in are required.

Refund checks are mailed to the address on file. A student can check in Self-Service under "User Profile" to confirm the current address on file. If a Change of Student Data Request form is needed, please submit to the Student Records and Registrar's Office.

Withdrawing from courses may decrease your enrollment status and the amount of aid applied to your account.

Calculating Refunds

If a student's financial aid eligibility exceeds the current balance for the term, the difference will be issued by check on the scheduled Disbursement Date.

Example: Student A is enrolled in 12 credit hours at the time of disbursement. Student A was awarded $3,048 for the semester. Based on full-time enrollment, $3,048 is disbursed to the student's account. Student A's total charges are $1,120. Student A's refund is $1,928. ($3,048 - $1,120 = $1,928).

What can Federal funds be used for?

Federal funds can be used for the following:

• Tuition and Fees
• Books and Supplies
• Housing, utilities, and food
• Transportation: Gas, Public Transportation
• Childcare expenses while attending class
• Computer and Internet
• Educationally-related Insurance
• Clinical Expenses
• Tool Expenses