Enrollment Guide - Stark State College

2013-14
Stark State College
Enrollment Guide
Including admissions, financial aid and registering for classes
Information essential to your college success.
starkstate.edu

Welcome
You’re on your way to joining the Stark State College family.
Read this entire booklet to get an overview of the enrollment process.
Review the following checklists to determine if you have completed
all necessary steps for starting classes in the coming semester,
including admission, financial aid and registration.
We look forward to assisting you.
330-494-6170 | 1-800-797-8275 | www.starkstate.edu
Table of contents
Apply for admission ............................................................... 1
Apply for financial aid ........................................................... 2
Types of aid ........................................................................... 4
General eligibility requirements ........................................... 4
Additional financial aid services ........................................... 6
Student grants, work programs and scholarships ................. 6
Tax credits ............................................................................. 8
Veterans’ benefits ................................................................. 9
Registering for classes .......................................................... 11
Cost/disbursement ............................................................. 12
Standards of academic progress ......................................... 14
Frequently asked questions ................................................. 16
Other information to know .................................................. 20
Class attendance ................................................................. 20
Title IV refund ..................................................................... 20
Student rights/responsibilities/information ....................... 21
Student confidentiality........................................................ 22
Student services.................................................................. 22
Directory....................................................... inside back cover
Stark State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin,
sex, disability or age in its programs and activities. For inquiries regarding the
College’s non-discrimination policies (Section 504, Title IX and Title VI) contact
Wally Hoffer, Dean of Student Services at 330-494-6170, Ext. 4364 or Room S307f.

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Apply for
admission
NOTE:
Apply for admission
First-time students
o Apply for admission to the College
> online at www.starkstate.edu
> via mail at 6200 Frank Ave. N.W., North Canton, OH 44720
> in person at the Academic Records/Registrar’s Office
Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.,
Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
o Submit these documents to the Academic Records/
Registrar’s Office:
> Official high school transcript or GED scores. Contact your
high school to obtain these records. Every student must
submit proof of high school graduation or GED completion.
Home schooled students are required to submit an equivalent
diploma, which may be official GED scores or a notarized
transcript that includes the graduation date, all courses
with grades and final GPA. They must also submit ACT or
COMPASS test scores.
> ACT/SAT scores (if taken within the last two years)
> Transfer students must also submit official transcripts from
all previously attended colleges. The college transcripts will
be evaluated to determine which courses will transfer to
Stark State. Official transcripts from every college attended
must be submitted, even if you anticipate the credits will
not transfer.
> Males between the age of 18 and 26 must supply the College
with their Selective Service number. To register or obtain
your number go to www.sss.gov or call toll-free 847-688-2567
or 847-688-6888.
o Schedule an appointment
Call 330-494-6170 or stop in the Office of Admissions/
Student Services to complete the COMPASS assessment
(pre-admission placement).
Testing times are Monday - Thursday at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m.,
3 p.m., 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. If you took the COMPASS assessment
within the last two years at another college or university, have
the results sent to the Office of Admissions/Student Services.
o Log on to mystarkstate
Information on how to access mystarkstate will be provided with
your letter of acceptance to Stark State College. It is important
to use mystarkstate to track the progress of your admission and
financial aid applications!
Fully-online students
who plan to take only online classes should refer to
www.starkstate.edu/estarkstate/studentservices for
application information.
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2
Apply for
financial
aid
Apply for financial aid
The Financial Aid Office is committed to helping find ways to make
a college education affordable for Stark State students and their
families. We offer a variety of services and programs designed to
help meet your educational expenses. Our staff is dedicated to
making sure you receive your aid in a timely and efficient manner.
The key to financing your education is to start planning early. The
more you know about how financial aid works, the better prepared
you will be to pay for college.
For the most up-to-date financial aid information, click on the
financial aid link on the Stark State website, www.starkstate.edu.
If you have any questions about the financial aid process, contact
the Financial Aid Office at 330-494-6170. Hours are Monday
through Thursday 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(closed at 3 p.m. on Friday during the summer).
o Complete the Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA)
All students should apply for financial aid by completing the
FAFSA via www.fafsa.gov. The Stark State College school
code is 011141. You will need your federal tax return to
complete the FAFSA.
You also will need a PIN to complete the FAFSA online.
Apply for your PIN at www.pin.ed.gov. Dependent students
will need a parent to sign the FAFSA with a PIN; parent will
need to apply for a separate PIN.
Priority dates
Summer session
March 1 FAFSA filing deadline
April 1 Required documentation deadline
May 1 Online loan request deadline
Fall session
May 1 FAFSA filing deadline
June 1 Required documentation deadline
July 1 Online loan request deadline
Spring session
Oct. 1 FAFSA filing deadline
Nov 1 Required documentation deadline
Dec 1 Online loan request deadline
Applications received after these dates will be considered for
aid, but students may not receive funds until after the start of
the semester. That means you should be prepared to use your
own funds to pay for a portion of your tuition and all of your
books before the semester’s payment deadline.
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o FAFSA follow-up
Once your FAFSA has been processed, you will receive a confirmation from the U.S. Department
of Education central processing system.
After central processing, Stark State then receives an electronic copy of your FAFSA usually within
a week. An email will be sent to your Stark State email address notifying you of any additional
required documentation. If you are asked to submit additional documentation, do so as soon as
possible. Your financial aid cannot be processed without the requested documentation.
Additional requirements can be found on mystarkstate >> My Stuff tab >> Financial Aid Tools
channel >> Student Requirements link.
o Understand your award package
• After all your documentation has been reviewed, an email will be sent to your Stark State
email address notifying you that your financial aid award package has been created.
• Note that your award is based on your enrollment as a full-time student (12 credit hours) for
the entire academic year. You do not have to be a full-time student to qualify for financial aid.
Adjustments to your Pell grant are made based on your level of enrollment, depending upon
whether you are full-time (enrolled in 12 credits or more) or part-time (enrolled in 11 credits
or less).
• Initially, the amounts awarded represent your funds for a fall/spring academic year. If you
enroll in classes for the summer, your award will automatically be re-allocated to include
all three semesters. Transfer students who have received financial aid from another school
during the current award year should ask their previous school to cancel all pending financial
aid. Once that aid has been cancelled, provide documentation of that cancellation to the
Stark State Financial Aid Office.
o Apply for a student loan
• If you are offered a Direct Loan and are interested in borrowing those funds, you must formally
accept the offered loans through mystarkstate >> My Stuff tab >> Financial Aid Tools channel
>> Accept Award Offers link.
• If you are a first-time loan borrower at Stark State you also must complete the loan application
process. This includes completing a loan entrance counseling session and a Master Promissory
Note. These can be accessed through mystarkstate >> My Stuff tab >> Financial Aid Tools
channel >> Apply for Your Loan link or by directly accessing www.studentloans.gov.
Your funds will not be processed until you complete this requirement. Keep in mind that
you must be enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours in order to receive your loan funds.
• Federal regulations require first-year, first-time loan borrowers to wait 30 days after the start
of their semester before funds can be disbursed to them.
• If you are applying for a one-semester loan, your loan will be paid in two disbursements. The
first half will be paid on the established disbursement date for that term; the remaining funds
will be paid at the mid-point of the semester.
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Types of aid
Grants are need-based financial aid from the federal and state
government. Grants do not require repayment. Available grant
programs include the Federal Pell Grant and the Federal
Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG).
TIP:
Fill out your
FAFSA as early
in the year as
possible!
Loans are financial aid that must be repaid. Available loan
programs include the Federal Direct Loan and the Federal
Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS), a loan for parents
of dependent students.
Federal Work Study is a form of financial aid paid to a student
as wages for working.
Scholarships are funds provided by the College or donors to
students based on pre-determined criteria.
Additional resources include assistance from public agencies as
described in this booklet.
General eligibility requirements
Eligibility for most financial aid programs is based on demonstrated
financial need of the student and/or the student’s family, and on
registered credit hours.
For federal and state financial aid programs a student must be a
citizen, national or permanent resident of the United States.
Certain persons in the process of becoming citizens or permanent
residents also may be eligible.
To be eligible for federal financial aid programs (Pell, FSEOG, Federal
Work Study, Federal Direct Loan, Federal PLUS), you must also
• be accepted by the college for admission as a regular student and
demonstrate the ability to benefit from the selected program of
study. Students enrolled in high school, post-secondary option
students, and early admit students are not eligible for aid.
• show intent on the admission application to obtain an associate
degree for transfer to another college, an associate degree for
the job market, or a certificate.
• be enrolled in a financial aid-eligible degree or certificate program.
• be enrolled in courses that provide credit toward a financial
aid-eligible degree or certificate program. Courses taken as
audit are not eligible.
• meet the enrollment and attendance requirements for each
program.
• demonstrate the ability to benefit from the education offered.
You must provide an official transcript to the Office of the Registrar
verifying you have earned a high school diploma or GED.
• comply with requirements concerning Selective Service
registration. For information regarding Selective Service, or to
register, visit www.sss.gov.
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• comply with requirements concerning submission of a Statement of Educational Purpose.
This is included on the financial aid application (FAFSA).
• certify that you are not in default on any federal loan.
• certify you do not owe a refund to any federal aid program, including grant overpayments
resulting from withdrawing from class(es).
• maintain satisfactory academic progress as set forth in the Stark State College Satisfactory
Academic Progress Policy.
• accumulate no more than 30 hours of developmental courses.
For Ohio programs (Ohio National Guard Tuition Assistance and War Orphans Scholarship), you
must also be a resident of Ohio (according to Ohio law) for 12 consecutive months and be enrolled
in an associate degree program. Students pursuing a one-year certificate are not eligible.
IMPORTANT
Every student needs to be aware of Stark State’s policies – some important ones are summarized
here. Read the policies in their entirety on mystarkstate.
• Standards of Academic Progress (SAP) Policy - As a recipient of financial aid, you are required
to adhere to Stark State College’s SAP policy. Prior to registration, be sure to review the policy on
page 14 of this booklet or on mystarkstate >> My Stuff tab >> Standards of Academic Progress link.
Before making any adjustments to your class schedule, speak to a student service representative.
• Repeat Coursework Policy - Students may receive financial aid for repeating courses. However, if
retaking a previously passed course, financial aid can only be used for one repeat of that course.
Any course that is repeated will be used in the calculation of a student’s Satisfactory Academic
Progress status. More information on this policy is available through mystarkstate >> My Stuff tab
>> Financial Aid Tools >> Repeat Coursework Policy link.
• Title IV Refund Policy - This policy regulates what happens to federal financial aid if you withdraw
or cease attendance in your scheduled classes. More information on this policy is available on page
20 of this booklet or through mystarkstate >> My Stuff tab >> Title IV Refund Policy link.
• Class Attendance Policy - Attendance will be taken in all classes to document that students who
are eligible for federal financial aid attend class. Students who receive federal financial aid and
do not attend their classes risk having their financial aid cancelled or reduced. More information
on this policy is available on page 20 of this booklet or through mystarkstate >> My Stuff tab >>
Financial Aid Tools >> Attendance Policy link.
• Developmental Classes - A student is limited to 30 developmental credit hours while receiving
federal financial aid. Federal financial aid programs will not cover any developmental courses
taken after reaching the maximum 30 hours. These courses include, but are not limited to
MTH100, MTH101, MTH103, MTH123, ENG010, ENG011, ENG100, ENG101, ENG103, ENG105,
OAD/AOT100, OAD/AOT101, IDS101, IDS102, CAL101, CAL102, and CAL105, ITD100 and ITD101.
• Freeze Date - The amount of your financial aid award is determined by your enrollment at the
end of the sixth day of the semester. This is known as the “freeze date.” If you add or drop classes
before the freeze date, your aid will be adjusted based on the number of credit hours you are
enrolled. If you add or drop classes after the freeze date in any given semester, your aid will not be
adjusted for that term, but you could be in violation of the Standards of Academic Progress policy.
Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information on the freeze date and how it will impact
your financial aid.
• If you violate the SAP Policy, Title IV Refund Policy or Class Attendance Policy, you may be subject
to sanctions that may include an immediate return of some or all of the funds awarded to you
and/or a suspension of your eligibility for future financial aid funding.
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Additional financial aid services
Phone counseling
General information can be obtained by phone; to ensure confidentiality, however, dollar amounts
cannot be discussed. Phone counseling is available during office hours. Callers with detailed
questions or complicated situations may be asked to make an appointment. During the busy months
of July, August and September, the Financial Aid Office will assist callers to the best of our abilities.
We apologize if the high volume of calls/visits to our office results in delays in service. Please be
patient and understand that we will help you as soon as possible.
Appointments
Appointments are offered to assist with in-depth questions or concerns. Appointments are
available Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Same day
appointments will be accommodated as schedules permit and cannot be guaranteed. To schedule
an appointment, call the Financial Aid Office, 330-494-6170.
Student grants, work programs and scholarships
Federal programs
To apply for these programs you must complete the FAFSA
Federal Pell Grant (PELL) An award of $605 to $5,645 per year, based on financial need. Eligibility
is based upon need, enrollment and cost of education.
Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Allocation of funds is at the
discretion of Stark State. Awards are based on need and application date. Award amounts vary,
up to $400 per year. Apply through the FAFSA. According to federal regulations, students must be
Pell-eligible to receive FSEOG funds. You must apply early! Funds are limited and are distributed
on a first-come, first-served basis.
Federal Work Study Program (FWSP) Allows students to be employed at the College to earn
money for educational expenses. Awards are based on financial need; submit a written request
to the Financial Aid Office. An award does not guarantee earnings; students are paid with a
bi-weekly paycheck for hours actually worked. Check mystarkstate >> Student Support tab
>> Work Study – Jobs List channel for job postings.
Federal Direct Loan Programs A Federal Direct Loan offers freshman students up to
$5,500 and sophomores up to $6,500 per year. Students pursuing a one-year certificate will remain
at freshman level for borrowing purposes. This is a loan and must be repaid. Interest rates vary
annually. If you already have a Direct Loan, borrowing a new loan will not affect the rate or terms
of your previous loan(s). You may qualify for a subsidized and/or an unsubsidized Direct Loan up
to the amounts listed above.
Subsidized Direct Loans These loans are based on financial need; therefore, some students may
not qualify. With a subsidized Direct Loan, no interest accumulates and no repayment is required
as long as the student is enrolled in college at least half time.
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Unsubsidized Direct Loans Students who do not qualify for a subsidized Direct Loan may borrow
up to the maximum amounts designated on the award notification through an unsubsidized
Direct Loan. Loan payments can be deferred as long as the student is enrolled at least half-time.
Interest will accrue and can be paid by the borrower while in school and during the grace and
repayment period. Independent students (see definition, page 17) have the option of
borrowing an additional $4,000 in unsubsidized Direct Loan Funds.
Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (Federal PLUS) The Federal PLUS program is for
parents of dependent students. It is a loan in which family income is not taken into consideration;
therefore, the program is open to almost any parent who has good credit. The parent can borrow up
to the cost of the college education, less aid, at a variable rate of interest (currently not to exceed
9%). Repayment begins 60 days after the final disbursement of the funds, according to the terms
negotiated by the bank. We recommend students first utilize all eligibility for grants and the Federal
Direct Loans before receiving a federal PLUS. This is a loan and must be repaid. Funds are made in
multiple disbursements and given to the parent(s) after tuition and fees have been paid.
State programs
Ohio National Guard If you enlist in the National Guard for six years, the National Guard will pay
100% of tuition costs. You must be an Ohio resident enrolled in at least six credit hours at an Ohio
college. Contact your local National Guard at 614-336-7053 for more information.
Montgomery GI Bill If you serve in the Army Reserve or the National Guard, you may be eligible
to receive education benefits while attending classes. In addition, you may qualify for loan
repayment. Contact the local Army Reserve or National Guard Office for more information.
The Academic Records/Registrar’s Office certifies enrollment for this program.
Institutional programs
President’s Scholars Award Awarded to new, first-time, full-time students ONLY. Must meet two
of three criteria: 1) high school GPA 3.0 or higher, 2) rank in the top 25% of your high school class
3) ACT composite score of 22 or higher. The total scholarship award is $2,500 divided over six
semesters. Additional requirements – detailed when the award is made – must be met to maintain
eligibility and receive the full award amount.
Other scholarships Application is made by filing the FAFSA prior to June 1. A complete list of
scholarships is available at www.starkstate.edu/scholarships. For additional information on
outside scholarship funding, visit www.brokescholar.com or www.fastweb.com or your local
library. Scholarships are divided between fall and spring semesters unless otherwise designated
by the donor.
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Social service programs
Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation (BVR) Educational assistance may be available for students
with special needs. Call the Canton (330-438-0500) or Akron (330-643-3080) BVR office for more
information.
Workforce Initiative Association (WIA) and Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) for individuals
who recently lost jobs or are entering the workforce after an extended period of unemployment.
You must complete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for grants before being considered
for WIA and TAA funding. For information about WIA and TAA, contact the Employment Source
at 330-433-9675.
Tax credits and deductions
For the 2012 tax year, two tax credits are available to help you offset the costs of higher
education. You may be eligible to claim an education credit if you, your spouse, or a dependent
you claim on your tax return was a student enrolled at or attending an eligible educational
institution. The credits are based on the amount of qualified education expenses paid for the
student in 2012 for academic periods beginning in 2012 and in the first three months of 2013.
Lifetime Learning Tax Credit The Lifetime Learning tax credit is a non-refundable federal
income tax credit of up to $2,000 (20% of the first $10,000) for qualified tuition and related
expenses. The amount of your lifetime learning credit for 2012 is gradually reduced if your
modified adjusted gross income is between $52,000 and $62,000 ($104,000 and $124,000
if you file a joint return).
American Opportunity Credit The American Opportunity Credit is a partially refundable credit
up to $2,500 (100% of the first $2,000 and 25% of the next $2,000) for qualified expenses
paid for each eligible student. This credit is only available to students who are in the first four
years of post-secondary education. The amount of your American Opportunity Credit for 2012
is gradually reduced if your modified adjusted gross income is between $80,000 and $90,000
($160,000 and $180,000 if filing a joint return).
In addition to the two tax credits, two deductions may be available to you.
Student Loan Interest Deduction Students can deduct up to $2,500 of student loan interest paid
in 2012 on any federal or private educational loans on your federal tax return. The loans must
have been used to fund half-time or greater attendance. You may qualify for this deduction if
your modified adjusted gross income is less than $75,000 ($155,000 if you file a joint return).
Tuition and Fees Tax Deduction You can reduce your taxable income by as much as $4,000
and may benefit from this deduction if you are not eligible for any of the education tax credits.
If your modified adjusted gross income is less than $80,000 ($160,000 if you file a joint return)
you may be eligible for a $2,000 deduction. If your modified adjusted gross income is less than
$65,000 ($130,000 if you file a joint return) you could be eligible for the maximum $4,000
deduction. The amount of the tuition and fees deduction you are eligible for depends on the
amount of qualified tuition and related expenses you paid.
NOTE: These summaries, current at press time, are meant to give a general overview of these
educational tax initiatives. Consult a tax advisor or IRS Publication 970 regarding the specifics
of your personal situation.
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Veterans’ benefits
How to apply for veterans’ benefits
Stark State College is privileged to honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans. The College
is fully-accredited under the laws that provide educational benefits for veterans. The Academic
Records/Registrar’s Office certifies veterans’ eligibility and assists new and continuing student
veterans with the processing of VA forms for educational benefits.
To receive benefits, you must apply for admission to the College by following the instructions
at www.starkstate.edu/admissions. You can apply online, by mail or in person at the Academic
Records/Registrar’s Office.
Once you are notified of your admission to the College, call the College’s veterans’ representative
at 330-494-6170, Ext. 4254 to schedule an appointment or drop by Room S308. Hours for
one-on-one benefit counseling are Monday and Thursday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Tuesday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.,
Wednesday 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
The College’s veterans’ representative will provide guidance in preparing your Application for
VA Education Benefits for submission to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Additional
information regarding educational benefits is available at www.va.gov.
Ohio GI Promise
In an effort to assist veterans, service members and their families with reducing the costs associated
with obtaining a college degree, the state of Ohio spearheaded an initiative known as the Ohio
GI Promise which allows U.S. armed services veterans, their spouses and dependents who choose
to attend Ohio colleges and universities to do so at in-state tuition rates. Details about the Ohio
GI Promise can be found at the University System of Ohio website www.uso.edu. To determine if
you meet the qualifications for in-state tuition rates, visit www.starkstate.edu/veterans to print the
residency reclassification application, complete and return it to the Academic Records/Registrar’s
Office with the appropriate required supporting documentation.
Additional military scholarships/financial aid opportunities Scholarships and grants exclusively for
the military community can be found at www.military.com. The Ohio National Guard Scholarship
provides tuition assistance to qualified members;
visit www.ongsp.org.
The Veterans Club of Stark State College
This student organization assists and encourages veterans and their family members to develop
educationally and socially, gain organizational and leadership skills and learn more about the
community involving the veterans through personal interaction. For more information, contact
330-494-6170, Ext. 4173 or stop by Room B230.
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Receiving credit for military service
Some of your military experience may be applied toward credit for a degree. To receive credit,
you must submit transcripts for your branch of the military. Go to www.starkstate.edu/veterans
and click on “Receiving Credit for Military Service” to view transcript submission information.
Other resources
The General Educational Development (GED) Testing Service (GEDTS) maintains all records of
GED transcripts obtained by active duty US military personnel tested after October 1, 1985,
and by US military personnel and dependents tested overseas after September 1974 under the
Defense Activity for Nontraditional Educational Support (DANTES) program. GEDTS also maintains
records of GED tests taken at the Veterans Medical Centers after October 1, 1989. To obtain an
official copy of the GED transcript, users should complete the GED transcript request form
(www.acenet.edu/clll/ged/trans-request.cfm) and submit it to: GED Testing Service,
One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 250, Washington, DC 20036; phone 1-800-626-9433 or
202-930-9400, fax 202-659-8875, www.gedtest.org.
DANTES maintains the educational records of the service members who have completed
DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSSTs), CLEP examinations, GED, and United States
Armed Forces Institute (USAFI) tests. For more information, visit the DANTES website at
http://www.dantes.doded.mil.
For tests and courses taken under the auspices of USAFI before September 1974,
contact Thomson Prometric, USAFI Records, P.O. Box 6605, Princeton, NJ 08541-6605;
609-895-5011, toll-free 877-471-9860, fax 609-895-5026.
There is no charge for transcripts sent to military test control officers for counseling
purposes.
Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
You can request a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty Form
(DD-214) at www.archives.gov.
Don’t have a computer
Mail your request to National Personnel Records Center, Military Personnel Records,
9700 Page Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63132; call 314- 801-0800 or fax 314- 801-9195.
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Registering
for
classes
Registering for classes
First-time students
o Meet with an admissions counselor
All new Stark State College students are required to meet
with an admissions counselor prior to registering for classes.
Schedule an appointment by calling 330-494-6170 or stop in
the Office of Admissions/Student Services. During this meeting
you’ll review COMPASS assessment results, select a major and
develop a student learning plan.
o Register for classes in the Academic Records/
Registrar’s Office .
o Review your student schedule for correct classes, days,
times, payment deadline dates, refunds and other deadlines.
Registration procedures and services
o If you need to add or drop a class use mystarkstate
or file a schedule change form with the Academic Records/
Registrar’s Office.
IMPORTANT
Adjustments to your schedule could result in adjustments to
your financial aid. Visit the Financial Aid Office before making
any schedule changes to determine the effect a schedule
change may have on your financial aid eligibility.
o Enrollment verifications can be requested through
mystarkstate. Also, after the third week of each semester,
enrollment information is available from the national
clearinghouse link found there.
NOTE:
Fully-online Students
who plan to take only online classes should refer to
www.starkstate.edu/estarkstate/studentservices for
application information.
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TIP:
File your
FAFSA when
you file your
taxes!
Costs/disbursement
Estimated costs for nine months of full-time
education at Stark State for 2013-14
Tuition and Fees $3,667.00
Books and Supplies $1,000
Transportation* $1,872
Personal Expenses* $4,208
Living Costs* $1,596-$5,612
*budget item estimate based on information provided by The College Board organization
Stark State Plus Card
You will be sent a Stark State Plus Card when you enroll in classes.
Activate your card as soon as you receive it; it’s the only way
to receive your refund from Stark State College. Go to
www.starkstatepluscard.com to select a refund preference
from the following options
• have your funds deposited into your current bank account -
the money will be available to you two to three days after the
College releases the funds — OR —
• choose a Higher One debit/checking account - the money will
be available to you within 24 hours after the College
releases the funds — OR —
• select a paper check option
Payment of fees with financial aid
The method for payment of fees varies with each type of aid
program. Your award notification lists your financial aid
eligibility by semesters at full-time status. The amount of aid
typically available to you each semester is the amount listed.
Your aid will be pro-rated for enrollments less than full-time
(12 credit hours).
Financial aid is first applied to the student’s tuition account.
Any excess funds can be disbursed to you as a refund.
• Financial aid funds will be applied to your account
after your attendance is verified in all classes.
• You will receive your financial aid refund
after the term has begun.
Distribution of refunds
• Summer semester: third week of classes
• Fall and spring semesters: fourth week of classes
• First-time loan borrowers who are subject to the 30-day
disbursement delay will not receive a refund of loan proceeds
until the fifth week of classes.
• Arrival of your refund depends on the refund preference you
selected when you activated your Stark State Plus Card. Visit
www.starkstatepluscard.com if you wish to change your refund
preference or to view account activity.
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Bursar/Business Office
The Financial Aid Office works closely with the Bursar’s Office to coordinate student billing
and balances due. Refunds and disbursements are handled by the Bursar’s Office based on
your enrollment.
Stark State College Student Installment Plan (SIPP)
The Student Installment Payment Plan (SIPP) is printed on your schedule/receipt each semester.
This program offers you the option of paying your tuition in installments. A fee of $20 is assessed;
however, no interest is charged. Visit www.starkstate.edu/sipp for details.
IMPORTANT
Revisions and cancellations
The College reserves the right to review, revise or cancel financial awards at any time due to
• changes in your financial, residential or academic status.
• your failure to comply with the policies, procedures or laws pertaining to these programs.
• the availability of federal, state and institutional funds for each program.
• changes in College policy. The College is not obligated to satisfy the total financial need
of a student.
Buying books with financial aid money
The Stark State College Store offers a variety of products and services at its two locations on
main campus. The main store, located in the Student Center (S105), is open Monday - Thursday
8 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (hours vary between semesters and during summer
session). The textbook center in G105 is open during the first 4-6 weeks of each semester. Once
G105 closes, books can be purchased in the main store.
The College Store offers competitively priced textbooks, used books and many textbook rentals,
along with e-books when applicable. You must show your student ID and your schedule to buy
books. You may use your financial aid to purchase books as long as your funds are available and
allocated to the bookstore (after the fourth week of the term no charges to financial aid can be
made). Check mystarkstate for your account balance. If using financial aid, you will need to
show a photo ID.
The College Store website lets you search for and price your required texts. You also have the option
to order books online and have them delivered to your home, but financial aid cannot be used for
online purchases.
The College Store also offers clothing, insignia items, academic supplies and various other supplies
necessary for certain programs of study. You can also buy laptops, academically priced Microsoft
and Adobe software, as well as gas cards, SARTA bus passes, fax services and laminating.
Supporting the Stark State College Store supports your college. All funds generated through the
store go back into Stark State College’s general fund to support you, the student.
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Standards of Academic Progress (SAP)
At Stark State College, we care about your success! That’s why it’s
important for you to understand and meet the requirements of Standards
of Academic Progress (SAP). This series of standards required
to maintain eligibility for federal student aid includes requirements
pertaining to completion of credit hours, grade point average (GPA)
and maximum time frame as defined below.
If you do not meet these requirements you will be disqualified
from future financial aid.
SAP requirements
Stark State College requires that any student who applies for or
receives federal financial aid make satisfactory academic progress
toward an Ohio Board of Regents (OBR)-approved degree or certificate.
Satisfactory academic progress is measured as
• Overall grade point average of 2.0.
• Successful completion of 67% of the cumulative attempted*
credit hours, including hours of repeated coursework. Attempted
hours are determined by the number of credit hours you are
registered for at the end of the sixth day of the semester.
• Completion of an OBR-approved degree or certificate within
the number of required credit hours listed in the College catalog
for the associate or certificate degree, multiplied by 150% (as
determined by the Financial Aid Office), including accepted
transfer credit hours and up to 30 attempted credit hours of
required developmental coursework.
Successful grade completions are A, B, C, UC, D, UD, CR
Unsuccessful grade completions are F, W, IN, NC, NA
If you repeat a course, both grades will appear on your academic
record, and the highest grade will be used in calculating the grade
point average.
*Attempted hours are determined by the number of credit hours you are registered for at the
end of the sixth day of the semester. Credit hours added after the sixth day of the term will
be included in the SAP calculation, even if financial aid is not used to pay the tuition and fees
associated with those hours.
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Monitoring progress
At the end of each term attended, your academic progress will be
evaluated, based upon the standards listed above. If you fail to meet
any of the above requirements, you will receive a notification letter
from the College.
After the first term in which the requirements are not met,
you will be placed on financial aid warning for one subsequent term.
During the warning period, you will continue to be eligible for federal
financial aid. The College encourages you to meet with an academic
advisor to receive assistance with your educational goals.
After the second term in which the requirements are not met,
you will become ineligible for federal financial aid. In order to
regain federal financial aid eligibility, you will be required to pay
for your classes out-of-pocket until you are able to reach the
67% completion rate and a cumulative 2.0 GPA.

Appeal process
If you have unusual or mitigating circumstances, you may submit an appeal requesting to continue
to receive federal financial aid. Mitigating circumstances must be documented and approved by
the Standards of Academic Progress Appeal Committee, made up of a financial aid representative,
academic affairs representative, and student services representative. The appeal must be submitted
by the last day to register in the term in which you are applying for continued federal financial aid.
You may only submit two appeals during your time at Stark State College. Rare exceptions will be
made to this policy.
If federal financial aid is reinstated as a result of the appeals process, you are placed on probation
for one term. During the probationary period, you must complete all registered courses and achieve
a 2.0 grade point average for each semester of the probationary period to remain eligible to receive
federal financial aid. After one semester of meeting the probation requirements, you will be placed
on an academic plan and must continue to complete all registered courses and maintain a term 2.0
GPA. As long as you are meeting the requirements of the academic plan, you will continue to receive
aid. Once you are at a 67% completion rate for all attempted courses and a 2.0 grade point average,
you will go back to good standing.
Appeal procedure
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Step 1 You must complete the SAP appeal form and submit it to the Financial Aid Office
along with an explanation and documentation of the reasons for failing to comply with the
stated academic standards. The explanation must include what improvements you have made
that will ensure future academic success.
Step 2 The Standards of Academic Progress Appeal Committee will review the appeal and
render a decision.
Step 3 You will receive the written decision of the Committee within 10 business days
of the committee meeting. The decision of the Standards of Academic Progress Appeal
Committee is FINAL. The Committee reserves the right to establish parameters as part
of the approval process, including but not limited to restrictions of credit hours or specific
courses, mandatory advising or adherence to an academic plan.
If you are approved for financial aid, you are encouraged to seek an academic advisor to
review an academic plan.
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Frequently
asked
questions
Frequently asked questions
What is financial aid
Financial aid is money provided by various agencies (federal,
state and local governments, colleges or universities, community
organizations and private corporations or individuals)
to assist students in meeting the cost of attending college. It
includes gift aid (grants and scholarships) and self-help aid
(loans, which must be repaid and student employment).
How is my eligibility determined
When you file the FAFSA, you are considered for all federal,
state and institutional aid administered by the Financial Aid
Office. One or more types of aid are awarded to make up the
financial aid package.
Do I need to be a full-time student to receive
financial aid
No! The amount of financial aid awarded is determined, in
part, by the number of credit hours in which you are enrolled.
What is the Expected Family Contribution
Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is the amount of money
your family is expected to contribute toward educational
expenses from resources other than financial aid and is based
on ability to pay. The EFC is calculated using the information
provided on the FAFSA. Factors used to determine a family’s
contributions include the previous year’s adjusted gross
income, assets, size of family and the number of individuals
in the family attending college.
How is financial need determined
Financial need is determined by the difference in the cost of
attendance (COA) and the expected family contribution (the
family’s ability to pay for college costs).
How do I get my books
If you have authorized your financial aid for use other than
tuition, you may be eligible to charge your books to your
account using your excess financial aid. The charges
will then be applied to your tuition account. The system is
updated on a nightly basis as aid is processed and book
charges are assessed. To see if you may be eligible to
charge your books to your account, check your account
via mystarkstate. If a credit appears on your account, you
may be able to charge your books.
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I receive no help from my parents and live on my own.
Does that qualify me as an independent student
Not necessarily. In order to be considered as an independent student for purposes of financial
aid, you must be able to answer yes to at least one of the following questions for the 2013-2014
school year:
1) Were you born before January 1, 1990
2) As of today, are you married
3) Will you be working on a master’s or doctorate program
4) Are you currently serving on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces for purposes other than
training or are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces*
5) Do you have children or legal dependents (other than a spouse or children who live with
your) who will receive more than half of their support from you between July 1, 2013
and June 30, 2014*
6) At any time since you turned age 13, were both your parents deceased, were you in foster
care or were you a dependent or ward of the court*
7) Are you or were you an emancipated minor or in legal guardianship as determined by
a court in your state of legal residence*
8) At any time on or after July 1, 2012, did your high school or school district homeless
liaison determine that you were an unaccompanied youth who was homeless*
9) At any time on or after July 1, 2012, did the director of an emergency shelter or transitional
housing program funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
determine that you were an unaccompanied youth who was homeless*
10) At any time on or after July 1, 2012, did the director of a runaway or homeless youth basic
center or transitional living program determine that you were an unaccompanied youth
who was homeless or were self-supporting and at risk of being homeless*
If you cannot answer “yes” to any of these questions but feel there are circumstances that
warrant your classification as an independent student, call or stop by the Financial Aid Office
to set up an appointment so we can review your situation.
*You may be required to provide documentation to the Financial Aid Office.
What is verification
The Department of Education selects some FAFSA applicants for a process called verification.
If you are selected, you may be asked to complete a verification worksheet and provide a federal
tax return transcript from the IRS and other income documents as required to the Stark State
College Financial Aid Office. Spouse or parents’ information and other documents may also be
requested. Verification must be completed before aid eligibility can be confirmed.
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TIP:
File a
FAFSA for
financial aid!
I have a bachelor’s degree. May I still apply
for financial aid
Students with bachelor’s degrees may still apply for the
Federal Work-Study Program, Federal Direct Subsidized Loan
and Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan. These students are not
eligible for the Federal Pell or FSEOG grants.
I am divorced/separated. What should I
include on the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA)
Students who are divorced or legally separated should not
include their ex-spouse’s income on the FAFSA. For more
information on detailed or complicated questions, contact
a Stark State College financial aid representative.
I was recently married. Do I have to include
my spouse’s income on the FAFSA
Yes. You should include your spouse’s information on the FAFSA
if you are married at the time the application is completed. If
separate federal income tax returns were filed, combine the
adjusted gross incomes from the tax returns and include them
on the appropriate line of the FAFSA. Do the same for the
amount of taxes paid and other amounts.
What if I lost my job or have other special
circumstances
The Financial Aid Office can take into account special circumstances
which may affect your need. These may include loss of
income due to layoff, disability, divorce, separation or loss of
untaxed benefits. You can obtain a special conditions form
from the Financial Aid Office and make an appointment with
a financial aid counselor. NOTE: Not all requests for special
conditions are approved.
Can I get financial aid for the summer semester
Yes. You need to complete the FAFSA by March 1 of each year
in order to have your aid ready for the summer.
What is Standards of Academic Progress (SAP)
Standards of Academic Progress is a federal policy that the
school is required to enforce to ensure that you are making
progress toward your degree. Refer to the Standards of
Academic Progress for Stark State College outlined in
this booklet or visit www.starkstate.edu/sap.
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What if I need to change my address
If your address changes, you need to immediately notify the Academic Records/
Registrar’s Office. This will update all College addresses. You can update your address
through mystarkstate or by submitting the change of address form available in the
Office of Admissions/Student Services.
What if I receive more financial aid than the cost of my tuition
If you have excess money after tuition and fees are paid, you can be issued a refund.
Financial aid funds will be applied to your account after your attendance is verified in all classes.
You will receive your financial aid refund from the Business Office after the term has begun.
What will happen to my financial aid if I drop a class or just
stop attending
Attendance and academic performance are important! Withdrawing or ceasing attendance
before the 60% point of the term could cause you to owe the College and/or the U.S.
Department of Education money. Also, you will jeopardize your future eligibility for financial
aid. See the Financial Aid Office before any withdrawal so that you may be made aware of the
potential impact of your decision.
Do I have to apply for financial aid every year
Yes! When you file your taxes, you need to begin the FAFSA process for the new year.
How can I check the status of my financial aid on the web
You can access your financial aid information through mystarkstate where you can view
detailed information regarding your financial aid status, as well as review and approve
financial aid awards.
How will the College contact me concerning my financial aid
The Financial Aid Office will contact you by email and provide you with access to mystarkstate.
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Other
information
to know
Other information to know
Class attendance
To ensure our commitment to student success, attendance must be
taken in all classes, regardless of modality, starting with the first day of
the class. Faculty may elect to relate course attendance to the course
grading policy. This will be specified in each course syllabus.
For federal financial aid compliance, attendance will be recorded by
the faculty and reported to the College Registrar’s Office. A student is
considered a non-attendee in any course modality when he or she does
not physically attend a class session or does not log in and participate in
the course content as per the federal financial aid guidelines.
Students who receive federal financial aid and do not physically attend
or log into classes will be dropped from their classes and have their
financial aid cancelled or reduced. The federal government mandates
that federal monies for non-attendees who receive federal financial
aid be returned to the Federal Government. Attendance will also be
documented at the end of each semester to verify the last day attended
in each class.
Title IV refund
The Financial Aid Office is required by federal statute to recalculate
federal financial aid eligibility for students who completely withdraw,
stop attending, or take a medical leave prior to completing 60% of a
payment period or term.
Recalculation is based on the percentage of earned aid using the
following Federal Return of Title IV funds formula: Percentage of
payment period or term completed (the number of days completed up to
the withdrawal date) divided by the total days in the payment period
or term (any break of five days or more is not counted as part of the
term). This percentage of completed days is equal to the percentage
of earned aid.
Title IV refund process
Funds are returned to the appropriate federal program based on the
percentage of unearned aid. If you earned less aid than was disbursed,
the institution would be required to return a portion of the funds and/or
you would be required to return a portion of the funds within 45 days.
Keep in mind that when Title IV funds are returned, you may owe a
balance to the institution.
If you earned more aid than was disbursed to you, the institution
would owe you a post-withdrawal disbursement which must be paid
within 120 days of your withdrawal.
Refunds are allocated in the following order:
• Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan
• Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan
• Federal Parent (PLUS) Loan
• Federal Pell Grant
• Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
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If there is a Pell Grant overpayment and you do not repay the funds within 30 days, the account
will be turned over to the Department of Education as an overpayment of federal funds. Students
who owe an overpayment of Title IV grant funds are ineligible for further disbursements from the
federal financial aid programs, grants and loans at any institution until the overpayment is paid in
full or payment arrangements are made with the Department of Education.
If you do not pay funds due to the College to cover a tuition and fees balance that resulted from
the college returning unearned federal funds, a hold will be placed on your account. This means
that you will not be permitted to register for classes or receive transcripts until your balance is
paid in full. Continued non-payment of fees owed to the College could result in your account being
turned over to the Ohio Attorney General’s Office for collection.
Student rights/responsibilities/information
You have the right to
• know how your financial need is determined, including the cost of attendance, and how your
family contribution is determined.
• know how and when you will receive student assistance.
• request an explanation of the type and amount of financial assistance you are receiving.
• if you have a loan – know the type, the interest rate, amount to be repaid, when you must
begin repayment and other cancellation and deferment provisions.
• if you are offered a Federal Work-Study job – know the kind of job, what hours you must work,
what your duties will be and how and when you will be paid.
• discuss your financial aid package with a representative of the Financial Aid Office.
• know how the College determines if you are making satisfactory progress and what happens
if you are not.
You are required to
• report any scholarship, fee waiver, loan, grant, employment earnings or other financial benefits
which you receive from any source other than Stark State College. Such benefits, if not already
taken into consideration, may result in a revision or cancellation of other financial aid benefits.
• provide all documentation requested by the Financial Aid Office or other agencies.
• read and understand all forms that you are asked to sign and maintain copies of them.
• know and comply with all deadlines for application and re-application for financial aid.
• complete the FAFSA correctly, and submit it two to three months prior to the semester
you plan to attend.
• follow up on any corrections or adjustments as requested.
• accept responsibility for all loan promissory notes and other agreements that you sign.
• understand loan obligations and make repayment as required.
• notify your lender(s) of any changes in your name, address or enrollment status. If you
drop below half-time status, complete and submit exit loan information.
• perform in a satisfactory manner work agreed upon for Federal Work Study jobs.
• know and comply with the school’s refund procedure available on the College website.
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Student confidentiality
Financial assistance records
In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
of 1974 (FERPA) (Public Law 93-380 as amended) all information
received in connection with applications for admissions and financial
aid are held in the strictest confidence. No information will
be released regarding students except by written request of the
student. Under FERPA, you have the right to inspect your student
file. You may review information in your file and receive copies and
information upon written request.
Release of information to another party
You must complete and sign a consent form before any information
will be released to another party. On the consent form, you
must indicate which semester(s) you want information released.
You must allow 10 days for this processing. Information regarding
fees and bookstore charges must be obtained from the Business
Office. Your signature on a loan application authorizes Stark State
College to release to the lending institution, subsequent holder,
the guarantor, U.S. Department of Education, or their agents any
requested information pertinent to the student loan(s).
Other information
For additional information about Stark State College’s facilities,
programs or eligibility requirements, refer to the College catalog
or call the Office of Admissions/Student Services.
Information regarding the College’s drug prevention program may
be obtained in the Office of Admissions/Student Services.
Student services
Disability Support Services
The Disability Support Services Office staff assists students with
disabilities by providing academic support services accommodations,
academic advising, admissions and financial aid assistance,
and career guidance. Examples of services may include testing
accommodations, tape recorded lectures, sign language
interpreters, alternative format books and note-taking services.
Students with disabilities are eligible for equal access under
the law. Accommodations may be available to students and
prospective students of Stark State who have a documented
disability. Individuals who may be eligible for services include,
but are not limited to, those with mobility, orthopedic, hearing,
vision, mental health, or speech impairments as well as those
with learning disabilities.
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To apply for services
• Make an appointment with Disability Support Services.
• Complete an application to register for services.
• Submit copies of documentation which may include test reports and school records,
or a disability verification form from a physician, psychiatrist or psychologist.
• Meet with a representative of Disability Support Services initially and touch base with
them each semester to discuss accommodations.
Career Development Office
The Career Development Office is dedicated to empowering students and alumni in developing
career planning and job search skills and facilitating mutually beneficial relationships between
employers, students and alumni. Services include
• advisory committee
• career center
• career guidance program
• careers and community for people with disabilities
• distribution of associate degree graduates
• graduate status survey
• on-campus interviews
• resume referral services
• employment opportunities
• web-based career planning and employment links
• job fair
• mock interviews
For details about any of the programs, call the Career Development Office.
Multicultural Student Affairs
Stark State College acknowledges, respects and values differences among its students. The Office of
Multicultural Student Affairs has been created to provide services to students of various ethnic and
cultural backgrounds to enhance each student’s campus experience. The office is designed to serve as
• a resource and support center for students from underrepresented groups.
• an active participant in the recruitment of students from various backgrounds to more
accurately reflect the demographic make-up of the larger community that the College serves.
• a provider of services designed to assist students in matriculation and persistence throughout
the entire College experience from application to graduation.
• a promoter of cultural understanding across the College community.
For more information, call of stop by the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs.
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Satellite centers and off-campus course sites
Stark State College understands the importance of making
college education accessible by establishing satellite centers and
off-campus course sites at convenient locations. These sites offer
courses that lead to associate degrees and certificate programs
offered on main campus in North Canton.
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities are available at satellite
centers where traditional and non-traditional students are offered
the same convenience, affordability, quality faculty and individualized
attention as our main campus. Other advantages to taking
courses at our centers include small class sizes, personal attention,
convenient locations and parking and gas savings.
For more information concerning satellite centers go to
www.starkstate.edu/satellites.
Student life
Student Life encourages and supports student organizations,
activities and initiatives to complement the educational environment
and enhance student life, leadership and service on and
off campus. The office also supports the work of students as
they develop and implement activities to meet their needs and
interests beyond the classroom, both personally and professionally.
Overseeing more than two dozen student organizations, the Office
of Student Life encourages the importance of proactive leadership,
enhances team-building skills and values responsible citizenship
through service to the community.
Student Life organizes activities for you to increase your involvement
in campus life outside the classroom, handles posting
on campus bulletin boards and publishes Stark Voices, the
student organization manual and calendar of events for student
organization use. We provide you the opportunity to pursue
interests and talents in an organized environment with your peers.
For more information on how to take an active role and get
involved, call or stop by the Student Life Office.
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Directory
Stark State College
6200 Frank Ave. N.W.
North Canton, OH 44720
330-494-6170
www.starkstate.edu
Academic Records/Registrar
330-494-6170, Ext. 4301
330-966-6598 (fax)
8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. M - Th
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. F
registration@starkstate.edu
www.starkstate.edu/registration
Room S308
Office of Admissions/Student Services
330-494-6170
1-800-797-8275
8 a.m. - 8 p.m. M - Th
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. F
admissions@starkstate.edu
www.starkstate.edu/studentservices
Room S305
Bookstore/College Store
330-966-5452
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. M - Th
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. F
www.starkstate.edu/collegestore
Room S105
Cashier’s window
330-494-6170, Ext 4210/4404
8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. M - Th
8 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. F
Room S300
Career Development Office
330-966-5459
8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. M - Th
8 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. F
Room S100
Disability Support Services Office
330-494-6170, Ext. 4935
8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. M - Th
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. F
Room S307
Financial Aid Office
330-494-6170, Ext. 4301
330-966-6598 (fax)
8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. M - Th
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. F
financialaid@starkstate.edu
www.starkstate.edu/finaid
Room S308
Office of Multicultural Affairs
330-494-6170, Ext. 4274/4667
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. M - F
Room B230k
Office of Student Life
330-494-6170, Ext. 4237
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. M - F
Room S302a
Veterans’ assistance
Stark State College - Registrar’s Office
330-494-6170, Ext. 4254
www.starkstate.edu/veterans
Federal student aid information
For general federal student aid information
1-800-433-3243
www.studentaid.ed.gov
Federal income tax information
Internal Revenue Service
Request a tax return transcript
1-800-908-9946 or 1-800-829-1040
www.irs.gov
State grants and scholarships
Ohio Board of Regents
University System of Ohio
25 South Front Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
1-800-233-6734 or 614-466-6000
hotline@regents.state.oh.us
www.ohiohighered.org/board
www.ohiomeanssuccess.org/students/pay-forcollege/ohio-financial-aid
Direct lending
www.myedaccount.com
1-800-848-0979

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