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Financial Policies and Services Financial Aid The Office of Financial Aid administers all institutional, federal, state, and private funds as well as all endowed scholarships. Approximately 65 percent of our students receive some type of financial aid through college-funded grants, scholarships, student loans, parent loans, and/or work study jobs. Assistance provided by Lafayette College through college-funded need-based grants is considered supplemental to the family’s contribution toward college costs. Students and parents who are seeking loan assistance may refer to our website for loan options. A listing of work-study opportunities is available in the Office of Financial Aid, and openings are posted as soon as departments notify us. All students are paid monthly. Please note that our office now provides online access so students are able to check the status of all required documents by using the Banner self-service tool. Each student has a user ID and password that allows s/he to access the information at any time. Given increased demand and budgetary limitations, we encourage you to follow up with your student about filing requirements since files always are reviewed as they become complete, and deadlines will be observed. Renewal instructions are available on the financial aid website. We look forward to serving you in the upcoming year and welcome your comments and questions. We always can be reached at (610) 330-5055 or by email. Financial Aid.........................................36 Payment Policy and Procedures............36 Insurance.............................................. 37 ROTC: The Military Science program sponsors the ARMY Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC), leading to duty as a commissioned officer in the active Army, Army Reserves, or National Guard. Students may take ROTC freshman and sophomore (basic level) classes any semester without military obligation. In order to attend the Military Science level 300 and 400 (advanced level) classes, individuals must be contracted. To be eligible for commissioning as an officer, a student must have at least two years and a 2.0 GPA until graduation upon entry into ROTC. As part of the United States Army Cadet Command, the program holds some classes and activities on the Lafayette campus under the auspices of the Steel Battalion ROTC program, which is headquartered at Lehigh University. Contracted students receive a tax-free monthly stipend during the school year. Full on-campus tuition scholarships are available. These maybe awarded to cadets who meet qualifications and they require a military obligation. For more information about ROTC, interested students who are U.S. citizens may call (610) 758-3272 or visit the military science website. Payment Policy and Procedures Bills and Fees: The Controller’s Office issues bills and receives payments for student fees and for student loans administered by the College. All College fees must be paid by an established date, which is normally 20 to 30 days before the beginning of each semester. Students will not be allowed to register or attend classes until accounts are paid in full or until satisfactory payment arrangements are made. The only monthly installment payment plan acceptable to the College is the Tuition Payment Plan, available through Sallie Mae of Newton, Mass. The College also recognizes that financial aid, such as grants and loans, is the primary means by which many families fund their student’s education. Families are 36 parent handbook 2012 | 2013
Financial Policies and Services strongly encouraged to begin this sometimes lengthy process early so that the aid is available when needed to pay the student bills by the due date. It is the responsibility of the students/parents to file and follow up on all necessary financial aid forms, loan applications, etc., to assure that anticipated aid is actually approved and credited to student accounts. Bills are mailed to students’ billing addresses on or about July 1 for the fall semester and December 10 for the spring semester. Information about the due date, how to handle unposted, anticipated credits for financial aid, etc., will be included with this mailing. The College will apply credits such as financial aid and the TuitionPay Plan to the student accounts if such credits are known when bills are prepared. A late payment fee of $300 is assessed if payment is not received by the established due date. Charges for other expenses incurred during the semester such as room damages, late payment fees, fines, etc., are billed monthly and due upon receipt of the bill. Students will not be allowed to register or attend classes until accounts are paid in full or until satisfactory payment arrangements are made. Insurance Health Insurance: Students are required to carry health insurance while attending Lafayette College. The College is not responsible for medical or other expenses resulting from injuries sustained by students while enrolled, whether such injuries occur on or off campus. Students are advised to verify that their family’s health insurance plan will provide the following: 1. Continuation of coverage for full-time students attending college and/or older than 19 years of age; 2. Coverage for treatment, diagnostic testing (radiology, laboratory, etc.), prescription drugs, specialty consultation, emergency care, and hospitalization within the Easton area. A list of doctors, pharmacies, hospitals, and X-ray facilities can be found on the Bailey Health Center website; 3. International coverage if the student will be traveling abroad during the academic year; 4. A maximum annual benefit of at least $100,000 per injury or sickness; 5. Minimum coverage of $1,000 for injuries resulting from athletic participation. If students are not covered by their own family’s health plan, or if they are unable to locate and subscribe to a health care plan, students should purchase health insurance from the group plan offered through University Health Plans. Coverage and premium information can be viewed at the company’s website. Applications are available in the Controller’s Office. Property Insurance: The College assumes no responsibility for loss of or damage to any student’s personal property while located in College-owned premises. Students should verify that coverage is provided under their own family’s homeowner’s policy or contact an insurance agent concerning protection against such losses. Liability Insurance: While not required, the College recommends that students verify that their family’s liability insurance extends coverage for the student’s actions both on and off campus. 37 parent handbook 2012 | 2013
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