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FINAncial INFORMATION, TUITION, FEES, AID, SCHOLARSHIPS, AND EMPLOYMENT

University Controller: Larry D. Reese; Associate Controller: Perry W. Crowell; Assistant Controller: Marcia Murphy

General Information
Tuition and fees are collected by the University Controller's Office of Student Financial Services.

Payment of registration fees and tuition detailed below is an integral part of the registration process. Academic progress may be stopped and official University documents (transcripts, diplomas, etc.) withheld if tuition and fees are not paid within the established timeframe listed.
Deferments. Unless students are scheduled to receive financial aid, which is disbursed during the second week of each term, they must pay, or make arrangements to pay, all fees due by the end of the fifth day of the main campus term. Acceptable arrangements include third-party agency billing, departmental billing, or installment contract. Installment contracts are acceptable during the fall and spring terms only.
Assessment of Fees. Fees are established by the Board of Regents and the Florida State Legislature and are subject to change. The University will calculate and assess the charges to be settled for fees due based on the fee rates authorized by the Board of Regents and the student's schedule. Students should review their Student Assessment Payment Schedule on the Internet at http://fees.fsu.edu to verify the accuracy of the charges. At the time of payment, students should also review their payment receipt to verify the payment made, any outstanding charges owed, or any arrangements outstanding. Credit and debit card payments can be made through the Internet at http://fees.fsu.edu.
Panama City Campus. Students who intend to enroll at the Panama City campus of The Florida State University are to pay their fees at: Controller's Office, 4750 West Collegiate Drive, (Barron Building, 1st Floor) Panama City, FL 32405. This office will answer any questions concerning fee payments and financial aid distribution. For further information, please call (850) 644-2090, ext. 175. Inquiries and payments can be made through the Internet at http://fees.fsu.edu.

Residency Requirements for Tuition Purposes

At The Florida State University there are three offices responsible for the initial review of residency for tuition purposes under Florida Statute 240.1201 and Board of Regents' Rule 6C-7.005. These offices are: 1) The Office of Admissions, 2) Law School Admissions, and 3) the Office of the University Registrar. The first two offices determine residency for all first-time-on-campus students; the Office of the University Registrar is the only office to which students can apply for changes in residency once they are enrolled. First-time-on-campus students will be classified in accordance with the information on their applications, including the "Florida Resident Affidavit" on the last page of the application, providing no other information is available calling into question the information on the application. To qualify as a Florida resident for tuition purposes in accordance with Rule 6C-7.005 of the Florida Administrative Code, students must: be a United States citizen, resident alien, parolee, Cuban national, Vietnamese refugee, or other refugee or asylee so designated by the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service,
And
Have established a legal residence in this state and maintained that legal residence for 12 months immediately prior to the term in which they are seeking Florida resident classification. Students' residence in Florida must be as a bona fide domiciliary rather than for the purpose of maintaining a mere temporary residence or abode incident to enrollment in an institution of higher education , and should be demonstrated as indicated below (for dependent students as defined by Internal Revenue Service regulations, a parent or guardian must qualify),
And
Submit the following documentation (or in the case of a dependent student, the parent must submit documentation) prior to the last day of registration for the term for which resident status is sought (Note: the various summer terms are considered one semester for the purpose of establishing residency):

Documentation establishing legal residence in Florida (this document must be dated at least one year prior to the first day of classes of the term for which resident status is sought). The following documents will be considered in determining legal residence:

Documentation establishing bona fide domicile in Florida that is not temporary or merely incident to enrollment in a Florida institution of higher education. The following documents will be considered evidence of domicile even though no one of these criteria, if taken alone, will be considered as conclusive evidence of domicile:

No contrary evidence establishing residence elsewhere.
Documentation of dependent/independent status (copy of Internal Revenue Service tax return). Note:
federal income tax returns filed by resident(s) of a state other than Florida disqualify such students for in-state tuition, unless said student's parents are divorced, separated, or otherwise living apart and either parent is a legal resident of Florida.

Or
Become a legal resident and be married to a person who has been a legal resident of the state of Florida for the required 12-month period,
Or
Be a member of the Armed Forces on active duty stationed in Florida, or a spouse or dependent,
Or
Be a member of the full-time instructional or administrative staff of a state public school, community college, or university in Florida, or a spouse or dependent,
Or
Be a dependent and have lived five years with an adult relative who has established legal residence in Florida,
Or
Be a person who was enrolled as a Florida resident for tuition purposes at a Florida institution of higher education, but who abandoned Florida residency and then reenrolled in Florida within 12 months of the abandonment,
Or
Be a Latin American/Caribbean scholar,
Or
Be a United States citizen living on the Isthmus of Panama and have completed 12 consecutive months of college work at The Florida State University Republic of Panama Branch, or a spouse or dependent,
Or
Be a graduate student of the Southern Regional Education Board's Academic Common Market attending Florida's state universities,
Or
Be a full-time employee of a state agency or political subdivision of the state when student fees are paid by the state agency or political subdivision for the purpose of job-related law enforcement or corrections training,
Or
Be a qualified beneficiary under the Florida Pre-Paid Post-secondary Expense Program per 240.551 (7) (a),
Or
Be a McKnight Fellowship Recipient,
And
Make a statement as to the length of residence in Florida and qualification under the above criteria. Students wishing to change from out-of-state to in-state residency for tuition purposes shall apply to the appropriate admissions office if they have not yet enrolled, or to the University Registrar if they are already enrolled.

Tuition and Instructional Fees

The "University Academic Calendar" appearing in the Directory of Classes each term sets forth the beginning and ending dates of each term and all deadlines.

Assessment of Fees

The following fees and charges are based on proposed rates; however, since the General Bulletin must be published in advance of its effective date, it is not always possible to anticipate changes, and the fee schedule may be revised. Every effort will be made to publicize changes for any semester in advance of the registration date for that semester. Current information is available on the Internet at http://www.vpfa.fsu.edu/control/student.html.
Students are assessed fees based on the level of the course as established by the Board of Regents and the Florida State Legislature. Rates applicable to the main campus for fall term, 1999, and spring and summer terms, 2000, are used as a basis for estimating course charges per credit hour for Florida and non-Florida residents. Fees applicable to 2000 -2001 had not been confirmed by the Florida Legislature at the time of the publication of this document.
Actual Course Fee Charge Per Credit Hour 1999-2000 Schedule

Course Level	Florida Students	Non-Florida Students
Undergraduate	$ 73.19	$306.14
Graduate	$146.01	$506.74
Law	$163.02	$538.76
Repeat Course Fee per credit hour (undergraduate only)	$171.36	$171.36

Note: course fees may vary depending upon course location.
Students enrolled in cooperative education courses with zero (0) credit hours will be charged for one (1) credit hour of Florida resident undergraduate work, unless also enrolled in other credit courses at The Florida State University during the same academic term.
Students registered in courses for zero (0) credit hours [master's comprehensive examination, master's thesis defense, dissertation defense, or other graduate-level zero (0) credit hour courses] will be charged for one (1) Florida resident graduate credit hour, unless also enrolled in other credit courses at The Florida State University during the same academic term.

Special Fees, Fines, and Penalties
Application Fee:

$20.00. Applicants for admission are assessed a nonrefundable application fee.
New Student Orientation Fee: $25.00. This fee is assessed when new students register to attend the required University orientation program. This is a nonrefundable fee.
Special Student (Orientation) Fee: $15.00. The charge will be included on the first-time special student's schedule and can be paid through Student Financial Services.
Late Registration Fee: $100.00. A late registration fee is assessed when a student does not begin registration during the time provided under the academic calendar.
Late Payment Fee: $100.00. A late payment fee is assessed against students who do not pay their tuition in full by the required due dates (see the "Academic Calendar," published in the Directory of Classes ).
Florida State University Identification Card (FSUCard): This fee is assessed against first-time FSUCard recipients, including high school students. This fee may be paid when tuition is paid.
Replacement FSUCards: A fee for the preparation of a new card is assessed against those students, including high school students, who lose their FSUCards.
Duplication/Photocopying Fee: At cost. A fee is assessed for duplicating or photocopying documents.
Standard Tests Fee: At cost. A fee is assessed for test materials and related factoring or grading charges levied by an external agency used in standardized tests, such as the Graduate Record Examinations.
Transcript Fee: $5.00. This fee is assessed for each official transcript issued.
Installment Contract Fee: $10.00. This fee is assessed for executing an installment contract for tuition payment during fall and spring semesters only.
Returned Check Charge, Stop Payment Charge: $25.00 or five percent (5%) of the amount of the check, whichever is greater. A returned check/stop payment charge is assessed against a student's account who has a check or electronic authorization for payment returned by the bank to The Florida State University. The Florida State University automatically submits all personal checks twice for payment if the check was returned once for insufficient or uncollected funds. This is an automated process and the second submission cannot be stopped; however, there is no charge assessed by The Florida State University for this second submission.
Returned check charges are assessed for all personal checks written and electronic payments authorized for tuition, fees, or any services provided by the University that are returned to The Florida State University for insufficient funds, uncollected funds, closed accounts, and stop payments placed on checks. In addition to the returned check charge, if the initial payment is for tuition and redemption of the returned item is not made prior to the fifth day of classes, a $100 late payment fee is assessed to tuition. The Florida State University places a hold on accepting any personal checks or electronic payment authorizations from anyone on the student's account for 90 days after redemption for any services, tuition, or fees that are owed to the University if a personal check or electronic payment is returned. Redemption must be paid with cash, money order or cashier's check. If a second check is returned or a stop payment is placed on it, the student will be permanently listed on all department's ACCEPT CASH ONLY list, and no personal checks will be accepted from anyone on the student's account from that day forward.
Notification will be sent to the student via mail to the address on the check or to the last maintained address in The Florida State University's records. A copy of the notification letter will be sent to the maker of the check at the address on the check, if the student is not the person on whose account the funds are drawn. After notification that a check has been returned, redemption including the service charge must be made by seven (7) working days with cash, money order or cashier's check. The Florida State University forwards all returned checks to the State Attorney's office for redemption and prosecution after collection efforts are exhausted. After a returned check is forwarded to the State Attorney's office, redemption of the check will not prevent prosecution.
Thesis and Dissertation Fees : A graduate student submitting a thesis or dissertation is assessed a binding fee at cost (extra charge for oversize copies). In addition, doctoral students submitting a dissertation are assessed a microfilming fee and may pay a copyright fee, if desired.
Binding Fee: At cost.
Microfilming Fee: At cost.
Copyright Fee: Optional.
Loss and Damage Fees: At cost. Students who lose or damage equipment may be assessed a breakage or loss fee to pay for breakage or loss of equipment. Upon completion of the course, the instructor will prepare a listing of the cost of all such lost and damaged equipment and assess the student a loss or damage fee. The charge varies, based on the cost of the item, and generally applies to students taking laboratory courses.
Scientific Laboratory Fees: Varies. Students enrolled in certain laboratory courses are assessed a fee which is used to offset the cost of scientific materials or items that are consumed in the course of the students' laboratory activities. These fees are assessed based on the course.

Library Fees
Fines for Late Return:

(per book or unit, per day): $0.25. A fine for the late return of a library book will be assessed against students as well as graduate teaching assistants and associates who do not return library books by the due date.
Fines for Overdue Reserve Library Books: (per book, per library hours): $0.25.
Fines for Failure to Respond to a "Recall Notice" (per book or unit, per day): $0.25. A fine for the failure to respond to a "recall notice" will be assessed against Faculty and A&P who do not return library books by the recall due date specified in the notice.
Borrowing Privileges Revoked: Faculty and A&P have a "grace period" of 30 days for late returns, at the end of which borrowing privileges (including the renewal of all loans) will be revoked.

Housing Costs

For complete descriptions of housing facilities, services, costs, and how to apply for University housing, refer to the "Housing" section of this General Bulletin .

Annual Estimate of Cost

The tuition and fee estimate is based on fifteen (15) credit hours for an undergraduate student (Florida resident) attending two terms per year.

	Undergraduate (In-state)
Tuition and Fees+	$2,196
Housing *	2,694
Food #	2,258
Books	700
Total	$7,848

+ The figures represent the estimated course fee charge for fifteen (15) semester hours. Fees listed are for the 1999-2000 academic year. Fees for the 2000-2001 academic year were not determined by the date of publication. A tuition increase is expected for both in-state and out-of-state rates. Please contact the Office of Admissions for the approved 2000-2001 fees after July 2000.
* Annual mid-range cost for on-campus residence halls. The range is $2,516-$3,260. Note: these figures represent the cost for the 1999-2000 academic year and are subject to change. Please contact the Housing Office for current costs.
# Most popular meal plan: allows students up to fourteen (14) meals per week. Other annual options range from $2,258 - $2,738. Note: these figures are subject to change. Please contact Food Services for actual costs.
Note: undergraduate out-of-state tuition and fees were approximately $9,184 per academic year. International students should refer to the "Admissions" section of this General Bulletin for an estimated cost of attendance.

Payment of Fees

Payment of registration fees and tuition detailed below is an integral part of the registration process. Registration (including payment of fees) must be completed on or before the proper due date. The appropriate University office must be provided a properly executed authorization to defer fees prior to the deadline published in the academic calendar in those cases where fees are to be paid by a previously approved loan, scholarship, or other third-party arrangement. Florida Prepaid does not pay the full amount due, nor do Intern Participation Certificates. Students must pay the remaining balance due by the published deadline.

Method of Payment

With the exception of financial aid students (see below), students who enroll must pay fees and tuition in full, initiate an installment contract, or make other billing arrangements by the fifth day of the term. Students who fail to pay tuition in full by the fee payment deadline will be assessed a late payment fee of $100.00. All waivers, agency billings, and department billings for all students, including those receiving financial aid, must be submitted by the fifth day of the term. The University does not send out a bill. Students can, however, get the amount of their tuition and fees due on the Internet at http://fees.fsu.edu or when they register for classes by telephone or though the web. Other options include kiosks located on the first floor of University Center A Building and second floor of Union-Krentzman Lounge , calling (850) 644-9452 , or going to the published fee payment location during the first week of the semester.
Students may pay by check, cash, money order, cashiers check or FSUCard when paying in person. The Florida State University does not accept two party checks or foreign checks for payment. Make checks payable to The Florida State University and include the student's social security number, local phone and address on each check. Payment methods are described below. Credit and debit card payments can be made through the Internet at http://fees.fsu.edu or at kiosks located around campus.
Automated Debit to FSUCard for Tuition Payment . Students may authorize charges to be deducted from their FSUCard bank account by exercising an option during telephone or web-site registration. This option must be selected by the end of the drop/add period for each semester. Funds must be available in the student's FSUCard for debit on the fifth day of the term. A "decline" message back to The Florida State University for the automated debit will result in an automatic late payment fee and the student must come to the office to pay his or her tuition. Students receiving financial aid may have their aid transferred to their FSUCard by completing a Disbursement Authorization Statement (DAS). The DAS need only be completed once during the student's coursework, or if a change is desired. Authorized University charges are automatically deducted from all financial aid.
Installment Contracts . Students incurring tuition fees greater than $150.00 are eligible to execute an installment fee payment agreement for the fall and spring semesters (not available for summer semesters). The initial payment, which must be one half of the total tuition, plus a $10.00 fee, is due by the fifth day of the term. The second half of the installment payment is due by the sixth week of class, as specified on the agreement. Failure to pay the balance of tuition by the due date will result in a $100.00 late payment fee. Academic progress will be stopped and all records will be held if the balance is not paid by the end of the term. Students should appear in person to initiate the installment agreement. A $10.00 fee will be assessed at the time of first payment for this option. Once an installment contract is executed, any course added at a later date must be paid in full within 5 days. It will not be covered under the previously executed contract. Failure to pay tuition in full for such a course will result in the assessment of a late payment fee of $100.00. Installment contracts may be initiated through the mail or drop box, with a letter attached requesting the installment contract.
Convenient Drop Box for Payments . The Office of Student Financial Services has kiosks for student use at the first floor of the University Center Building A, near our offices at A1500, and in the Krentzman Lounge at the Student Union. Students may verify the amount due for tuition and fees (at the kiosks or through the Internet at http://fees.fsu.edu), insert a check, money order or cashiers check in the provided envelope and put the envelope in the drop box. Payments are processed the next business day. Payments received in the drop box by midnight on the fifth day of the term will not be considered late. Please do not deposit cash. We will not process foreign checks or two party checks. Make checks payable to Florida State University and write your social security number, current address and phone number on the check. Checks not completed properly will be considered late.
Mail-In Fee Payments . When paying fees by mail, send a personal check, money order, or cashiers check for the full amount of fees due. Please do not send cash. We will not process foreign checks or two party checks. Payments must be post marked no later than the fifth day of the term. Make checks payable to Florida State University and write your student identification number, current address and phone number on the check. Payments should be mailed to The Florida State University, Office of Student Financial Services, A1500 University Center, Tallahassee, FL 32306-2394 .
Agency Billing, Department Billing . Students who are having their tuition paid by an agency or by department billing should submit the required documents no later than the fifth day of the term. Any remaining balance due must be paid by the fifth day of the term. Forms are available at http://www.vpfa.fsu.edu/control/student.html.
State Employee Fee Waivers . State employee fee waivers cannot be initiated through the mail and must be submitted to the Office of the University Registrar by the fifth day of the semester. Students who fail to turn in their waiver or pay the balance of tuition in full by the fee payment deadline will be assessed a late payment fee of $100.00. Note: Beginning July 1, 1996, tuition fee waivers for graduate courses may be taxable and reported on the employee's W-2 forms, with the exception of graduate students employed as teaching and research assistants. Beginning June 1, 2000 undergraduate courses for state employees may also be considered taxable W-2 income. For additional information contact your personnel office.

Florida Pre-Paid College Program

This program was created by the state of Florida to guarantee payment of tuition and may include optional dormitory contract guarantees. The plan excludes local fees (i.e., health, athletics, student activity, laboratory, and books) which are to be paid by the student using one of the options described above and by the deadlines stated above. The student is to present the card, issued to them by the Florida Pre-Paid College Program, to The Office of Student Financial Services the first semester they attend The Florida State University or, verify that the billing is being processed by going to http://fees.fsu.edu. The fees (BOR approved 97/98 fees), excluding books, not covered by the Pre-Paid College Program total approximately $16.64 per hour plus lab fees ranging from $3.31 to $35.00. Students using the Florida Pre-Paid College Program are responsible for paying local fees by the fifth day of the main campus semester or they will be assessed a $100 late payment fee . Note: financial aid students using Florida Pre-paid have until the last day of distribution to pay their local fees. Fees applicable to the 2000-2001 academic year had not been confirmed by the Florida Legislature at the time this document was published . Additional information may be obtained by writing: Florida Pre-Paid College Program, P.O. Box 4400, Jacksonville, FL 32201-4400 or by calling 1-800-552-4723 or http://www.fsba.state.fl.us/prepaid.

Fee Liability

Liability is incurred for all credit hours remaining on a student's schedule at the close of the official drop/add period each semester. Out-of-state tuition and matriculation fee waivers will not cover dropped or withdrawn classes.

Repeat Course Surcharge

Section 240.124 Florida Statutes mandates that each student attempting the same non-repeatable undergraduate course more than twice beginning with the Fall Semester 1997 shall be assessed an additional per credit hour surcharge beginning with the third attempt. Attempted hours include those hours dropped, withdrawn, and repeated under FSU forgiveness which are fee liable. Undergraduate level courses are numbered 1000 to 4000.
Effective Fall 1999 Semester, the repeat course surcharge will be $171.36 per credit hour.
(Subject to change for academic year 2000-2001).

The only exceptions:

Any course taken prior to Fall 1997;
Attempts taken at an institution other than FSU;
Graduate level courses (courses numbered 5000 and above);
Any non fee-liable course dropped or withdrawn;
Excludes courses taken through cooperative education, military, waivers, and audits;
Individualized study, courses that are repeated as a requirement of a major, and courses that are intended as continuing over multiple semesters. However, courses repeated more than 2 times to increase GPA or meet minimum course grade requirements are eligible for the surcharge.

Delinquent Fees

Students who have amounts owed to the University may not complete their registration, participate in graduation ceremonies, receive a diploma, receive an associate in arts certificate, or receive a transcript until all amounts owed to the University have been satisfactorily settled. This includes library charges, health center charges, parking fines, and University debt. Collection fees are added to a student's account if the student has had an outstanding debt for 120 days or longer.

Registration Stop for Outstanding Charges

A "stop" is placed on the registration of all students who have outstanding charges due to the University. Students owing $50.00 or more, including current semester tuition, are not permitted to register for classes. The "stop" will not be removed, and such students will not be permitted to register or receive other University services until the debt is cleared.

Tuition Waivers

Out-of-State

In the interest of the general welfare of the state of Florida, and in order for Florida to contribute to the fulfillment of national and international obligations, the Board of Regents authorizes the University to waive portions of out-of-state tuition for a limited number of students in specific categories. Students in the following categories may apply:

Out-of-state graduate students having at least a one-quarter time assistantship (teaching or research) or a fellowship equivalent in value to at least a one-quarter time assistantship;
Foreign student programs, or student exchange programs;
Students having special skills in music, dance, theatre, or athletics;
Graduate students with outstanding academic credentials and abilities. Special and part-time students at the undergraduate and graduate level are not eligible for out-of-state tuition waivers. Tuition waivers must be submitted by the appropriate college or school preferably by the fourth day of each semester but definitely no later than the fifth class day of the semester. For information regarding out-of-state waivers, undergraduate students should contact the Dean of the Faculties, graduate students should contact the Dean of Graduate Studies.

State Employees or Florida Residents Over 60 Years of Age

State employees may have fees waived for up to six (6) semester hours per term provided the courses receive approval of their supervisor, agency, or department head. Persons registering must meet all posted deadlines and all requirements of the University. Fees may not be waived for any course requiring individual instruction or audit. State employee waivers must be submitted to the Office of the University Registrar by the fee payment deadline.
When registering to audit courses, all fees are waived for citizens 60 years of age and older who are Florida residents. All requirements pertaining to auditing courses must be met, and, in addition, proof of age and residency must be presented. For further information, refer to the "Office of the University Registrar" section of this General Bulletin .

Policy Concerning Late Fees

A student may request a waiver of the late registration fee at the Office of the University Registrar. Documentation supporting University error or extraordinary circumstances will be required.
A student may request a waiver of the late payment fee at the Office of Student Financial Services if payment was not made by the established deadline because of a University error, administrative error, or extraordinary circumstances beyond the control of the student. Supporting documentation is required. Note: lack of funds is not a valid reason for waiving the late fee. Request to waive late fees must be made by completing a waiver request form. If the request is denied, the student may appeal to the Late Payment Fee Appeals Committee by contacting the Office of Student Financial Services at (850) 644-9452. The committee meets once a month, or as needed.
The Late Payment Fee Appeals Committee , which consists of representatives from the Office of the University Registrar, Office of Financial Aid, and the Office of Student Financial Services, provides an opportunity for students to appeal a denial of their request for a late payment waiver. The appeals committee's decision is the final step in the University's late payment appeal process. The attendance of the student is recommended. Forms are available through the Internet at http://www.vpfa.fsu.edu/control/student.html.

Deferments and Financial Arrangements

Unless students are scheduled to receive financial aid, which is disbursed during the second week of the semester, they must pay, or make arrangements to pay, all fees due by the end of the fifth day of the semester. Acceptable arrangements include third-party agency billing, departmental billing, or installment contract.
Financial aid deferments are authorized by the Office of Financial Aid. Departmental billings are authorized by the school or college issuing the billing. Agency billings are authorized by the approved agency to pay fees on behalf of the student. The billings are to be completed by the student at A1500 University Center no later than the fifth day of the term. Agency billing forms are available through the Internet at http://www.vpfa.fsu.edu/control/student.html.
Veterans' Deferments . A student in training under the auspices of the Veterans Administration receives an education and training allowance each month from the federal government. Since the first subsistence checks are sometimes delayed, it is advisable for the veteran to be prepared to meet all expenses for about two months.
Tuition and health fees for students receiving assistance from the Veterans Administration in accordance with provisions of Section 240.235, Florida Statutes , 1983, may be deferred each time there is a delay in the receipt of benefits. This deferment is not automatic and must be explicitly requested by eligible students, through the Office of Veterans' Affairs, Registrar's Office by the fifth day of the semester.
Note: if a student receives a veterans' deferment and tuition is still not paid by the due date, the student will be assessed a $100 late payment fee and will not be eligible to receive a veterans' deferment in the future. Registration, transcripts and diplomas will not be processed until debts are paid in full.

Application Fee

Individuals who make application for admission to The Florida State University shall pay a nonrefundable application fee of $20.00. This fee may be waived for applicants who can document that they have received a fee waiver because of economic need as determined by the College Board or the American College Testing Program.

Refund of Fees

Regulations Concerning Refunds of Fees Paid

A student incurs a liability for all credit hours that remain on the student's schedule of courses as of the end of the official drop/add period. The amount of this liability is identified on the Student Assessment Payment Schedule. Any amount paid in excess of the amount owed (assessed fee and outstanding University charges) during the term will be carried forward and may be applied against subsequent University charges incurred or may be refunded upon request.
Full refunds of tuition fees may be granted in instances of withdrawal from the University under the following conditions:

Involuntary call to active military duty;
Death of the student or death in the immediate family (parent, spouse, child, sibling);
Illness of the student of such duration or severity, as confirmed in writing by a physician, that completion of the term is precluded;
Cancellation of the course by the University;
Exceptional circumstances that could not have been foreseen and were beyond the control of the student, as approved by the University refund committee.

Effective Fall 2000, students who withdraw and have received federal financial aid (Title IV programs) will be required to repay to the federal program the amount of unearned financial aid funds disbursed to them as of their withdrawal date. Title IV programs includes Pell Grants, Perkins Loans, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOF), Stafford loans (subsidized and unsubsidized), and Parent Loans (the Federal PLUS program). The unearned amount of federal program funds is calculated based on the percentage of the semester completed before the date of withdrawal. Both the University and students receiving federal financial aid are required to return unearned financial aid to the federal government. The University is required to return the unearned portion of the Title IV funds it received from withdrawing students that was used to pay institutional charges such as tuition, fees, housing and other educationally-related expenses assessed by the institution. The funds returned to the federal government by the University will be credited against the student's total liability of unearned funds. However, students will owe the University the amount returned to the federal government for institutional charges.
Students must repay the unearned Title IV funds to any Title IV loan program in accordance with the terms of the loan. For Title IV loan programs unearned grant program funds are considered overpayments and students are required to return 50 percent of the grant. Students who owe grant overpayments remain eligible for Title IV program funds for 45 days if during those 45 days the student: 1) repays the overpayment in full to the University, or, 2) enters into a repayment agreement with the University. However, entering into a repayment agreement does not mean the student is eligible to register for additional classes, receive a transcript, diploma, etc. Students can lose Title IV financial aid eligibility if they do not comply with the options above. These are new federal requirements for Title IV financial aid programs and students should consider their repayment responsibilities for these programs as part of any withdrawal decision.
Students who drop a course without fee liability after their tuition fees are paid may be eligible for a tuition refund. Refunds will be processed weekly by the Office of Student Financial Services. Any amount paid in excess of the amount owed (assessed fee and outstanding University charges) during the term will be carried forward and may be applied against subsequent University charges incurred or may be refunded upon request. The refund will be processed as a credit to the student's FSUCard account for currently enrolled students. Checks will be mailed to those students who are no longer enrolled. Any outstanding charges owed to the University will be deducted and the balance will be issued as a refund. At the beginning of a semester, refunds will not be processed until the end of the third week of class to ensure that all payments have been recorded. Students who withdraw after the fifth day of the semester, but prior to the first twenty-five percent (25%) liability period of the term, are eligible for a twenty-five percent (25%) refund of tuition and fees. After the first twenty-five percent (25%) of the semester, students who withdraw are held fully liable for fees.
Note : In the case where a withdrawal petition is approved, a refund can only be provided if the refund or withdrawal request is submitted within six months after the end of the semester in which the withdrawal occurred. If financial aid is received by the student during the term in which the refund is granted, federal regulations may require that the refund be returned to the aid source.
An application for a request for refund of fees should be submitted as follows:
Tuition Fees. Office of Student Financial Services, A1500 University Center .
http://www.vpfa.fsu.edu/control.formspage.html#student
Note: Please be advised that the current refund policy, which is governed by the 1998 Federal Title IV reauthorization provisions, was under negotiations at the time of printing this publication. Therefore, this refund policy may be subject to change based on final rulemaking by USDOE.
Food Plan. Director of Food Services, 144 Oglesby Union .
Housing Fees. Director of Housing, 104 Cawthon Hall.
Parking Decals. Director of Parking, C2300 University Center .

Student Cancellation of Schedule

A student may cancel registration during the first five days of a semester or summer session by submitting a written request to the Office of the University Registrar, A3900 University Center or to Withdrawal Services, A4300 University Center . Students who cancel their registration within this time frame are not liable for tuition; if tuition has been paid, such students should request a full refund of fees. Beyond the fifth day of the semester a student cannot voluntarily cancel registration but must apply for withdrawal from the University. Students who cancel their registration and are not enrolled for the following term (not enrolled for two consecutive terms) must apply for readmission.

Financial Aid

Director, Office of Financial Aid: Darryl Marshall

General Information

The Florida State University recognizes the high cost of education today and makes every effort to offer financial assistance through a variety of programs to qualified students. In addition to providing funds on the basis of demonstrated financial need in the form of grants, work awards, and loans, the University offers scholarships to recognize and reward talent, academic achievement, and meritorious performance.
The Office of Financial Aid is committed to serving and guiding students through the process of applying for financial aid. Students are urged to begin investigating the following avenues of help promptly:
A brochure, Financial Aid at Florida State University (updated yearly), is included in the financial aid packet. This brochure explains the requirements and processes for application for financial aid. It may be obtained by writing: Office of Financial Aid, The Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL 32306-2430 , or by calling 850-644-0539. Information on financial aid is also available on our website at http://www.ais.fsu.edu/finaid.
Help in completing the financial aid forms is available from professional financial aid counselors located in the University Center and at workshops held regularly during the month of January on campus and periodically at other locations in the greater Leon County area.
To obtain information on financial aid and the status of their application, students may call the Express Telephone System (ET) from 8:00 a.m. through 6:00 a.m. (22 hours per day) at (850) 644-0539 . The hours of operation for the Office of Financial Aid are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Counseling is available by phone or at the information center Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Student Aid Resource (STAR) Center . A complete description of the center's services follows under 'Additional Sources of Financial Aid.'

Panama City Campus

Students who intend to enroll at the Panama City campus and are in need of financial support should contact: Coordinator for Financial Aid/Veteran Affairs, Office of Student Affairs, 4750 West Collegiate Drive, Panama City, FL 32405 .

Undergraduate Students

Undergraduate students may apply for many types of aid, including scholarships, grants, work study and loans. To apply for federal and state grants, federal work-study, and/or federal loans, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students who have previously completed a baccalaureate degree may not be eligible for all types of aid when seeking a second undergraduate degree.

Graduate Students

Graduate students may apply for federal loans and federal work-study by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Graduate fellowships and assistantships are handled through the Office of Graduate Studies and Research, and the respective academic departments.

Deadlines

The federal financial aid application period for the 2000-2001 year begins January 3, 2000, and ends June 30, 2001. Some federal and institutional grant funds and federal work-study funds are limited, so students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible after January 3, 2000. The Florida State University priority deadline is February 15, 2000. Students may still apply after this date, but some program funds may be exhausted. Estimated student/parent tax data is allowed for completion of the FAFSA document.
Students may apply for the Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG) by submitting the FAFSA.

Financial Aid Application Process

To apply for federal, state, and institutional aid at The Florida State University students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students may complete a paper application (available from any high-school or post-secondary school) or application may be made directly over the Internet by accessing the following web page: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Internet applications can be completed from any home computer with secure Internet access, or through Internet capable computers in many libraries and schools. Students in the Tallahassee area may use computers at The Florida State University to submit their application. Continuing students may have access to various computer labs on campus; prospective students may use computer terminals located in the Office of Financial Aid's Information Center.
Whether a student applies with a paper or an Internet application, the following materials will be necessary to complete the data required:

The student's Social Security card and driver's license card;
W-2 forms or other records of income earned;
Student's (and student's spouse's if married) Federal Income Tax Return (estimated figures are acceptable for application before filing of return);
Student's parent's Federal Income Tax Return if the student is required to file as a dependent student (estimated figures are acceptable for application before filing of return);
Records of other untaxed income received, such as welfare benefits, social security benefits, TANF, veteran's benefits, or military or clergy allowances;
Current bank statements and records of stocks, bonds, and other investments;
Business or farm records, if applicable; and
Student's alien registration card, if student is not a U.S. citizen.

Note: Students may apply for financial aid before applying for admission to The Florida State University, but while early application for aid is recommended (as soon as possible after January 1) a student can not be awarded aid until he/she is officially accepted for admission to The Florida State University.

Loan Entrance Counseling Sessions

Federal regulations require all students receiving a Federal Stafford/Unsubsidized Stafford Loan or Federal Perkins Loan to participate in a loan entrance counseling session prior to receiving the first distribution of the loan. No Federal Stafford loan or Federal Perkins loan can be disbursed until this requirement is met.
A student accepting a loan award for the first time at The Florida State University can complete the loan entrance requirement by accessing The Florida State University Office of Financial Aid web page at http://www.ais.fsu.edu/finaid/ and clicking on the loan entrance counseling link. This will connect the student with an official loan entrance counseling site, where the required information will be covered. The student will be asked to provide certain information, including reference addresses for future use. Students are strongly encouraged to print a copy page to retain for their records. Students who prefer an alternative format, or who have questions about loans or the loan entrance counseling information/process may contact the Office of Financial Aid.

Fees and Financial Aid Students

The University distributes aid in three ways for all registered financial aid students whose funds are available to the Office of Student Financial Services. Students must complete a Disbursement Authorization Statement (DAS) choosing one of the following two ways to receive financial aid:

By Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) to your FSUCard Account at Sun Trust. Approximately 90% of the student body receiving financial aid at FSU have chosen to process their aid electronically and take advantage of the latest technology in banking services; or
By a check mailed to your local address. It is the student's responsibility to keep his or her address record current with The Florida State University. Checks are not forwarded by the post office.
Exceptions:

a. Students who either have a hold on their funds or will receive a check that must be personally endorsed will receive an Administrative Voice Message or text message on their account at http://fees.fsu.edu to appear in person at the Office of Student Financial Services, A1500 University Center . You may pick up your check on the published date. You must present a picture ID to either pick-up your financial aid or receive a short term loan. In order to receive your aid, you must be enrolled for the required number of hours; and

b. Students whose financial aid has not arrived by the beginning of the semester should receive a tuition deferment if application was made by August 1 of each year. After the mass distribution dates at the beginning of the semester, additional funds that become available will be disbursed daily and mailed or sent to the FSUCard account in accordance with the selection made on the student's Disbursement Authorization Statement (DAS).
All financial aid students must check their financial aid status at http://fees.fsu.edu or by calling 1-850-644-0539 on the scheduled call-in date. Students will not need to appear in person for financial distribution unless they have a message stating that they must attend. If their message says they have a deferment or their tuition has been paid, they do not need to come to the Office of Student Financial Services. Students required to attend financial aid distribution should report to the Office of Student Financial Services, A1500 University Center on the published pick-up date.
Note: If your message says you have a deferment or your tuition has been paid, you do not need to come to the Office of Student Financial Services. If you do not receive a message, cannot get through using this phone number or on the Internet, or if you need a financial aid deferment, you should report to the Office of Student Financial Services, A1500 University Center on the pick-up date as posted. Please do not get this date confused with your telephone call-in date.
Your message will not appear on the Internet or in your voice mail box until the call-in date. After entering your social security number and your registration PIN, follow the voice instructions.
We have developed two voice messages. The first message is to notify you whether or not to attend financial aid distribution. If your message states that you must attend financial aid distribution then you must attend. Failure to attend may result in a late fee assessment of $100. The second message is for those students who have chosen to have their financial aid processed using EFT and their FSUCard account. This message will provide a detailed description of each debit and credit involved in the transaction. Call 1-800-SUNTRUST for account details.
If you have any questions, please call (850) 644-9452 at the Office of Student Financial Services or go to http://www.vpfa.fsu.edu/control/student.html for more information..
Deadline: If the financial aid is not sufficient to cover all charges, the student is responsible for paying the balance by the last day of financial aid distribution, (see date on the "Academic Calendar" in this General Bulletin ). After this date a $100 late payment fee is assessed and grades will be held at the end of the semester until fees are paid in full.
Note : Financial Aid students who are having their tuition paid by an agency or department billing should submit the required documents no later than the last day to pay fees. Intern Participation Certificates do not pay the full amount of tuition. Students must pay the remaining balance due by the fifth day of the semester. All state employee waivers must be turned into the Registrar's office at the University Center by the fifth day of the semester.

Deferments, Loans, and Check Cancellation

Deferments

Financial aid deferments will be processed automatically for all financial aid students who meet the following criteria:

have completed the financial aid application process by the published deadline (indicated in the Financial Aid Application Packet); and

do not have financial aid available during financial aid distribution (the second week of the term).
Financial aid students who do not receive a financial aid deferment must pay their tuition in full by the end of financial aid distribution. See the dates published in the "Academic Calendar," included in each semester's Directory of Classes . Failure to pay by the published deadline will result in a late payment fee assessment of $100.
Note: Financial aid deferments expire before the end of the semester. See the Directory of Classes for the expiration date. If the student's aid is not available by the expiration date, it is the student's responsibility to pay tuition in full. Failure to pay by the expiration date will result in a late payment fee assessment of $100. Additionally, registration will not be permitted and transcripts and diplomas will not be mailed until debts are paid in full.

Delayed Delivery Loans

Students who have need of funds as a result of financial aid being delayed may apply for a delayed delivery loan. To be eligible for a delayed delivery loan, a student's financial aid application must be complete by August 1 of each year. Eligibility for the loan will be determined by the type of aid awarded and the hours enrolled. A picture ID is required in order to receive a delayed delivery loan. Students must have either paid or deferred their full amount of tuition in order to be eligible for short term loans. Delayed delivery loans are due when the financial aid arrives, or by the financial aid deferment deadline. Debts not paid will prohibit students from using University services such as registration, transcripts, etc.
Delayed delivery loans are not available until the financial aid distribution period. Students should come prepared to buy books and make deposits for housing, as financial aid distribution does not take place until the second week of the term.

Emergency Loans

Students who have emergency situations such as a death in the family or unexpected major medical or dental bills may apply for an emergency loan at the Office of Financial Aid. Documentation is required. A picture ID is required to receive an emergency loan.

Check Cancellation

Any Stafford Loan check available at the financial aid distribution that is not picked up by the check cancellation deadline will be returned to the lender for cancellation.

Exit Interviews

All graduating, less than half-time (fewer than six (6) credit hours), or withdrawing students who received a Federal Perkins Loan and/or a Federal Stafford Loan (subsidized/unsubsidized) are required to attend an exit interview. The exit interviews for graduates are held prior to final exams each semester on an assigned appointment basis. Withdrawing or less than half-time students should come by our office and participate in the exit interview prior to leaving the University. All exit interviews are held by the Student Accounts Section of the Office of Student Financial Services, A1500 University Center . For additional information go to the Internet at http://www.vpfa.fsu.edu/control/student.html.

Additional Sources of Financial Aid

The Student Aid Resource (STAR) Center , located in the Office of Financial Aid is a multimedia resource center designed to provide additional information about sources of financial aid and private scholarships.
It provides current website assistance, books, pamphlets, articles and other materials as resources for alternative types of financial aid for all individuals.

Scholarships

The Florida State University recognizes and rewards high academic achievement and awards scholarships on a competitive basis. All eligible students will be automatically considered at the time of their admittance for these scholarships, which are administered by the Office of Admissions.
In addition, the individual departments described in the "Academic Departments and Programs" section of this General Bulletin list scholarships, as well as assistantships, available for students of specific majors.
Contingent upon funding, need-based scholarships are available based on eligibility for financial aid and criteria set by donors. Please contact the Student Aid Resource (STAR) Center in the Office of Financial Aid for further information.
The Florida Department of Education, located in Tallahassee, FL, offers a multiplicity of programs such as scholarships, grants, and loans to help defray a student's cost of education. These programs are generally available to Florida residents. Contact the Florida Department of Education at 888-827-2004; http://www.firn.edu/doe. Residents of other states should check with their state's Department of Education for additional aid that may be available to them.
Students receiving scholarship checks directly from a benefactor must bring them to the Office of Student Financial Services for processing at A1500 University Center .

Student Employment Services

Last year over 1000 students found work in Tallahassee through Student Employment Services (SES) . This program provides opportunities for part-time employment for students and is a comprehensive source for jobs in the private sector, at state agencies and on campus. SES facilitates the job search process by offering an array of job locator services. Students do not need to be eligible for (or even apply for) financial aid in order to use the services of Student Employment Services.
Job Boards , located in the Office of Financial Aid (University Center A), offer a variety of job listings grouped by category (e.g. accounting, computers, retail, clerical, child care, state/county/city agencies). These listings can also be accessed on the web at http://nwrdc.fsu.edu/1204/fsyjpr01. Listings are updated daily.
The Federal Work Study Program (FWSP) is a federally funded financial aid program, administered by the Office of Financial Aid, that enables students to earn a portion of their financial aid award. This program offers a positive alternative to loan indebtedness through meaningful part-time employment. Weekly work schedules are mutually determined by the student and the employing department to suit the student's class/exam schedule, and the employer's needs. By federal regulation the schedule cannot interfere with a student's schedule.
Students may also utilize their Federal Work Study awards by participating in community service through the Community Service Learning Program (CSLP). This program is designed to locate and develop off-campus community service jobs and to offer referrals for eligible students. Community service improves the quality of life of local residents, as well as encourages student awareness and continued participation in society at large. Students assist with programs related to health care, child care, literacy training, education (including tutoring), welfare, and social services. Some students may serve as mentors for educational and recreational activities, or work as counselors in areas such as career counseling.
To determine eligibility for the Federal Work Study Program and CSLP, students must apply for financial aid at The Florida State University by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) , and by submitting all other required documentation.




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