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2004-06 IUPUI Campus BulletinThe policies, regulations, and course descriptions that appear in this edition of the Bulletin are for the academic years specified. Curricular requirements are for students who entered the university or were admitted to a degree program during these specific academic years. As the "bulletin year" (the student's entry year) will be defined differently from school to school at IUPUI, consult your academic advisor to be sure you are using the appropriate edition of the Bulletin. While every effort is made to provide accurate and current information, IUPUI reserves the right to change without notice statements in this bulletin concerning rules, policies, fees, curricula, courses, or other matters. Consult your academic advisor to learn if changes have occurred that may affect you. Financial AidTypes of Financial AidFinancial aid at IUPUI is based on financial need, enrollment status, and academic progress. The Office of Student Financial Aid Services (OSFAS) administers federal, state, university, and private funds. Funds are available in the form of scholarships, grants, fee remission, loans, and part-time employment.EligibilityTo be considered for most types of aid, students must be accepted for at least half-time enrollment at IUPUI in a degree-granting program or University College. If a student enrolls and later drops classes, the financial aid awards may be changed to the level appropriate to the new enrollment. Students should always check with a financial aid counselor before dropping classes. Federal regulations require IUPUI to establish and apply reasonable standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress for the purpose of receiving financial assistance. To receive financial aid, a student must maintain a minimum grade point average as outlined below:
Course Enrollment and Completion In addition to GPA standards, students must complete a minimum of 75 percent of the credit hours for which they receive a grade each semester. Example: if students enroll in 12 or more credit hours (full time) they must complete 9 credit hours. Completion of a course for credit requires a grade that indicates students have finished all work for the course during the semester for which assistance was received. Course work grades of A, B, C, D, P (pass), or S (satisfactory), are indicators that meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Grades that do not indicate course completion are W (withdrawal), F (failing), and I (incomplete). Financial Aid Probation Each academic year, the OSFAS will review academic transcripts to confirm that the standards of SAP are being met. Students who have not met the requirements above will be placed on financial aid probation and will be required to complete an Academic Progress Agreement. Once the completed agreement has been returned to the office, financial aid funds will be credited to the students’ accounts, if all other eligibility requirements have been met. Students on probationary status will also be limited in the amount of student loan funding they may receive in one semester. Students who have not met the terms of the agreement will be denied financial aid until satisfactory academic progress is achieved. Duration of Eligibility In addition to meeting the minimum GPA and course completion requirements, a student must also meet the duration of eligibility requirements. Undergraduate students may not exceed 150 percent of the published length of the educational program. All courses in which students receive a grade will be counted toward the duration of eligibility. Grades will include W, F, I, U, S, A, B, C, D, and other grades not listed. Once students have exceeded the 150 percent level of their program, they will no longer be eligible for financial assistance as undergraduate students. The duration of eligibility is divided into yearly increments. The maximum number of credit hours for which students can receive assistance is as follows:
Transfer and Second-Degree Students All transfer credit hours that appear on the academic transcript will be counted towards the duration of eligibility. For second undergraduate degree students, only credit hours that apply toward that degree are counted toward the duration of eligibility. Repetition of Classes Students who enroll in a class and receive a grade for it more than two times will not receive aid for that class if they enroll a third time. In addition, that course will not be counted in determining the level of enrollment for financial assistance, i.e., full time, three-quarter time, half time. Unofficial Withdrawals If students receive all grades of F or a combination of all F and W grades, the financial aid office will determine the last date of attendance by a review of the Registrar’s records. Financial aid for that term will be re-calculated based upon the date of the unofficial withdrawal and may result in repayment of all grants and loans by students. Mitigating Circumstances and Appeals If mitigating circumstances affect students’ ability to meet the SAP policy, those students are required to submit a detailed explanation of the reasons for poor academic performance. In addition, an academic advisor’s recommendation is required. Possible mitigating circumstances are the death of a relative, an injury to or illness of the student, and other special circumstances that can be documented on a case-by-case basis. Appeal forms may be printed from the financial aid Web site. The form may also be picked up at the OSFAS. Note: Being unable to continue attendance without financial assistance is not recognized as mitigating circumstances. Also, appeal must be submitted within 10 working days of being notified that financial aid has been denied. How to Apply for Financial AidTo apply for financial aid, students must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or a renewal FAFSA. These forms are available at high schools or at the IUPUI Office of Student Financial Aid Services. A FAFSA is mailed to all Indiana high school seniors and continuing financial aid students should receive a renewal FAFSA in the mail as well. Students are encouraged to submit FAFSA data electronically using FAFSA on the Web. Computers are available in the Office of Student Financial Aid Services, the Enrollment Center, and computer clusters on campus. THE PRIORITY DATE FOR FILING THE FAFSA IS MARCH 1. Students should expect to receive a Student Aid Report approximately four weeks after filing the FAFSA. Students or parents applying for student loans will need to complete a Loan Information Form in addition to the FAFSA. This form should be submitted to the Office of Student Financial Aid Services. Financial aid award notifications are mailed during the months of April and May. Checking on Status of Financial AidThe Financial Aid System Touchtone (FAST) enables students to get information about their financial aid file through the same interactive voice response system used for telephone registration. Students can call (317) 278-FAST (3278) to learn more about the features of the system. One very helpful feature is the Question & Answer track that allows students to leave a voice mail question for a financial aid advisor and call back the following day for the answer. To leave a message, press 1-SSN-3-PIN#-5-1. Financial aid information and award status also may be obtained online through Insite at insite.indiana.edu.Financial aid advisors are available on a walk-in basis Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, noon to 5 p.m., and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday.
Students may contact the Office of Student Financial Aid Services by:
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Aid for Graduate and Professional StudentsGraduate and professional students must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or a renewal FAFSA to apply for financial aid. These forms are available at IUPUI. Continuing financial aid students should receive a personal identification number (PIN) to allow filing of the renewal FAFSA on the Web. Students are encouraged to submit FAFSA data electronically using FAFSA ON THE WEB. Computers are available in the Office of Student Financial Aid Services. Students applying for student loans will need to complete a separate loan information form and other forms available from the Office of Student Financial Aid Services or online.The main source of financial assistance to graduate and professional students is through the various loan and part-time employment programs. Students are encouraged to check with their school or program for information concerning scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships available for their particular area of study. Students are encouraged to contact the Office of Student Financial Aid Services for more information: Telephone: (317) 274-4162 FAX: (317) 274-5930 Financial aid counselors are available on a walk-in basis Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Friday, noon to 5:00 p.m.; and 9:00 a.m. to noon on Saturday. |
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