As an M State student, you have the right to:
- Receive sufficient information to understand financial aid programs and procedures.
- Receive adequate consideration for financial aid on a first-come, first-served basis, and in accordance with applicable laws, statutes and M State policies.
- Discuss eligibility with Financial Aid staff.
- Request consideration for unique or extenuating financial circumstances
- Request information regarding your student loan indebtedness, repayment obligations and options and a projected repayment schedule.
- Request the College's refund policy, Return of Title IV funds policy and the Financial Aid satisfactory academic progress policy.
You have the responsibility to:
- Apply for and maintain your Federal FSA ID. Your FSA ID serves as your electronic signature.
- Keep your address in the Registration Office current at all times.
- Open and read all communication from M State.
- Become informed about and complete the application process.
- Apply by the May 15th priority deadline for maximum consideration for all aid programs.
- Use accurate financial data when applying to ensure correct assessment of your financial need.
- Return requested forms, information and documentation when asked for by the Financial Aid Office.
- Complete the verification process, if required.
- Follow instructions and procedures described in financial aid communications and at Paying for College
- Understand all program eligibility conditions, and in particular, conditions concerning enrollment status and your satisfactory academic progress.
- Only accept financial aid from one institution for the same period of enrollment.
- Drop classes according to Registration Office procedures
- Inform the Financial Aid Office of receipt of any funding from sources other than M State.
- Check your campus email and understand your student account on the website.
