2009-2010 KCUMB College Catalog - Kansas City University of ...

Department of Education mandates that non-school certified private education loans be
included when determining eligibility for federal programs.
For students applying for or requesting financial aid at or beyond the midpoint of
their academic year, financial aid eligibility will be determined for living expenses based
on the number of months remaining in the academic year plus unpaid tuition that is not
covered by another source.
Budget Adjustments
A student may request a budget adjustment based on these four reasons only:
1. Health Insurance. The actual cost paid by the student for health insurance (to a
maximum of $125/month) will be added provided that the most recent bill or
premium notice indicating the amount due is submitted at the time of initial
application for aid. Health insurance costs for family members cannot be
included. Limitations apply.
2. Child Care. One-half the actual cost of child care up to the maximum allowed
for students with dependent children 12 years and under that meet qualification
criteria. Private school tuition does not qualify as child care. Limitations may
apply. An application for the allowance with appropriate documentation is
required. Limitations apply.
3. Medical Expenses. Extraordinary expenses (for the student only) not covered in
the student budget for unreimbursed medical expenses for non-elective
procedures incurred within the current academic year. Documentation is
required and limitations may apply.
4. Computer Purchase. All KCUMB students are required to own a PC or laptop
computer and printer meeting KCUMB specifications. The maximum
allowances for first-year students follow:
Personal Computer Purchase .............. $1,500
Laptop Purchase .............………......... $2,500
Certain limitations are in effect. Documentation is required. Forms are available
in the Financial Aid Office during normal business hours.
Note: A student may appeal any denial of a request for a budget adjustment or
extraordinary circumstances by submitting a written request for appeal to the Director of
Financial Aid.
The Financial Aid Application Process
For first-year incoming students, an application packet will be sent upon receipt of
the required acceptance fee. This packet will include:
1. KCUMB Application for Financial Aid
2. A letter and Instructions for Applying for Aid
Once the student has submitted the required documents and completed forms as
listed on the Application for Financial Aid, the Financial Aid Office determines his or her
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