Student Handbook - Lee University

additional funds in UnsubsidizedFederal Direct Loans.8 Alternative Loans – Private loanlenders offer credit based loans tostudents to assist with educationalcosts. These loans are in the student’sname and often require a co-signer.Students can view the alternative loanlender list and more information aboutthis loan on our website athttp://www.elmselect.com/Results/Index.appeals: removal fromfinancial aid suspensionStudents who have lost their federal financialaid eligibility due to unsatisfactory academicprogress may submit an appealto the Financial Aid Office. Appeals shouldconsist of:1. A typed explanation specifically describingthe basis for the appeal. AND2. Supporting documentation is also requiredto substantiate the premise ofthe appeal.3. If you anticipate graduating within thenext year, you should indicate the numberof hours and include a list ofcourses required for graduation.For more information, please contact theFinancial Aid Office.*Please note: Financial Aid Suspensionand Academic Suspension are twoseparate issues. The Financial AidAppeals are submitted to the Financial AidOffice and the Academic Appeals aresubmitted to Office of the Vice Presidentof Academic Affairs.what aboutsummer school andGlobal perspectives Trips?Important Facts aboutSummer Financial Aid:8 Summer Financial Aid usually consistsof loans: federal, private or parentPLUS.8 Your financial aid file must be completebefore any aid can be processed.8 For any changes with your summerenrollment, you much notify theFinancial Aid Office. Changes toenrollment can affect aid eligibility.8 Your Summer Aid cannot be disburseduntil the summer session has started.If you are going on a trip that requiresadvance payment, please visit theFinancial Aid Office to see what youmay be eligible to receive now to coverthese costs.8 It is your responsibility to make sure theFinancial Aid Office has a valid emailaddress, regular mailing address andphone number where you can bereached during the summer. Check e-mail for award notification.To Receive Summer Financial Aid:8 Even though you are pre-registered,you must confirm your enrollment witha down payment. Aid cannot be postedto your student account if this step is notcomplete. This step must be completedbefore you leave on your trip.8 If you haven’t already completed the2013-2014 FAFSA, you should do sonow. Students are eligible for federalloans for summer even if they did notreceive them during the regular schoolyear. You must notify the Financial AidOffice if you want a summer loan, butdid not receive one during fall or spring.75