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Financial PlanningOrientation 2015
Presenters:
Raymond Bourdeau, University BursarGina Costa, Assistant Bursar
Diana M. Draper, Director of Financial Aid Patrick McKiernan, General Manager, Fairfield University bookstores
Jason C. Victor, Help Desk ManagerJohn Paul Benedetti, Help Desk Coordinator
Today’s Agenda
Welcome Class of 2019! Introductions Office of the Bursar Financial Aid Textbooks, Supplies & University Gear Information Technology Help Desk (ITS4U) Q & A
Office of the Bursar
Raymond Bourdeau University Bursar
Gina Costa Assistant Bursar
Fall Semester Bill Detailed Breakdown
Tuition (per semester) $22,125 General University Fee $ 625 Orientation Fee $ 230 Tuition Deposit $ <200> Health Insurance $ 1,590** * Fee removed once waiver is completed
If living ON campus Room (per semester) $ 4,140
Note: Room deposit credited at end of residency Meal Plan (per semester) $ 2,620
Meal PlanPlan Options
14 meals per week plus100 Dining Dollars per
semester (BASE PLAN)
Unlimited meals per week plus200 Dining Dollars per
semester
Rate Per Semester
$2,620
$3,170
Billing Statements
ALL billing statements are electronic
Bills are generated on a semester basis
VERY IMPORTANT! STUDENT SHOULD create parent and/or guardian as an Authorized User in the Online Billing and Payment system
Student and Authorized Users receive notification via email that a billing statement has been generated
Student accesses bill via my.Fairfield.edu to Online Billing and Payment site; Authorized Users access bill via URL in email
Online Billing and Payment Site
Allows Student and Authorized User to access the site 24x7 to:
Review the billing statements View account activity Make payments online via e-check & on time
Important DatesAction Deadline
Fall semester billing generated 1st week of JULY
Fall semester payment
Last day for receipt of enrollment or contract increases in monthly payment plan
AUGUST 1
Final date to originate Direct/PLUS Loans SEPTEMBER 21
Final date for fall semester extension of receipt of Direct/PLUS Loan proceeds *Late fee assessed after this date
SEPTEMBER 30
Higher One & Fairfield University
There IS an easierway to make tuition payments…
The Monthly Tuition Payment Plan
Monthly Tuition Payment Plan
Flexible alternative to traditional lump-sum payments at the start of semester
Allows you pay the total cost of tuition, room and board in 10 equal monthly installments
Families find smaller payments easier to manage
Monthly Tuition Payment Plan
This plan is NOT a loan!
$55 application fee
NO interest charges!
Reduces or eliminates borrowing
Families pay out of current income or savings
May be used on a stand- alone basis
May be used as a supplement to:
Loans Financial aid
Monthly statement: Acts as a reminder Shows payments &
balance
Monthly Tuition Payment Plan
In 2014-2015, the Monthly Tuition Payment Plan was utilized by 655 Fairfield families to pay for tuition, room and board!
Your funds are: Protected in a Federally Insured Account
Funds are sent monthly to the University
Tuition Payment Plan Enrollment
Determine the amount you will pay through the Monthly Plan
Complete the enrollment form online https://tuitionpaymentplan.com
Higher One will notify Fairfield University of your participation in the Monthly Plan
Determining Your Plan AmountFull Year ExpensesTuition $44,250Room & Board (if applicable) $13,520Total Expenses (A) $57,770Note: Do not include the General University Fee, books or personal expenses in
Monthly Plan.
Full Year DeductionsScholarships/Grants $17,000Loans $ 5,500Direct Payments to School/Other $ 5,270Total Deductions (B) $27,770Amount of Monthly Plan (A minus B)=(C) $30,000Monthly Payment $ 3,000
Plan Enrollment Terms
Monthly Plan Terms:
BEGINS JUNE 1st ENDS MARCH 1st
On-line enrollment will be accepted through AUGUST 1st
If you enroll AFTER June 1st, you must include payment for all missed monthly payments
Superior Customer Service
Friendly, knowledgeable Tuition Payment Plan Specialists are available during convenient hours:
Monday – Friday8:00am - 9:00pm ET
Information (800) 635–0120
Questions &
Adjustments (800) 556-6684 After account has
been established
Superior Customer ServiceSign Up Today!
https://tuitionpaymentplan.com
Online enrollment with E-Check
Tuition Planner – worksheets guide you through payment plan process
Manage Your Account – online access to current account information, online bill payment, online statements
Office of Financial Aid
Diana M. DraperDirector of Financial Aid
Financial Aid & Your Bill
• Approved University aid disburses in JULY• Federal and State aid will appear as a “MEMO”
(pending approval) • Deduct “MEMO” items from balance due• State grants will disburse during the Fall
semester • Federal Work-Study does NOT disburse to the
student’s account
Financial Aid & Your Bill If you do NOT see University aid or MEMO items on
your bill:
Offer of aid has NOT been accepted by student Required documents have NOT been submitted
to confirm aid award File review is still in process
* All offered aid is ESTIMATED until you are notified by the Office of Financial Aid of a final award.
Federal Loans
Direct Loan Borrowers MUST complete:
• Entrance Counseling• Master Promissory Note
www.studentloans.gov
Students and Parents (for PLUS loans) will need to obtain an FSA ID if you have
not done so already.
Federal Loans
Federal Perkins Loan Borrowers• A letter will be mailed to students in July
from the FAO with program information.• Loan documents will be completed online.• There is a FIRM deadline by which all
recipients of the Perkins loan must have their FA file and loan documents completed and the loan disbursed to their student account -
September 23, 2015!
Other Financing
DIRECT PLUS LOAN ALTERNATIVE LOANS
For parents only For students & co-signer
Fixed rate 6.84% Variable rates & interest accrues
Origination Fee 4.292% if disbursed prior to Oct 1.
Fixed rates & monthly payments
Monthly or deferred payments Low or no fees
Repayment options vary Repayment options vary
Reapply each year! Reapply each year!
More details:
www.fairfield.edu/loans
More details:
www.elmselect.com
DEADLINES & AID CANCELLATIONFinancial Aid Requirement(s) Deadline
- Direct Loan Entrance Counseling- Master Promissory Note - Federal Work-Study Employment forms
JULY 1
- Verification documents (selected students) AUGUST 1
- Final date to originate Direct/PLUS Loans to avoid late fees
SEPTEMBER 23
- Sibling Enrollment Form- Final date for fall semester extension of receipt of Direct/PLUS Loan proceeds *Late fee assessed after this date
SEPTEMBER 30
FIRST YEAR TIMELINE &EXPECTATIONS
Financial Aid Event Time Frame
Last date to process fall financial aid DECEMBER 11
Spring federal aid disbursement JANUARY 19
2016-2017 Financial Aid application due date – NO exceptions! APRIL 15
Last date to process spring financial aid MAY 6
SAP Review for 16-17 aid renewal (federal and merit) – Notice of cancellation mailed/emailed to students.
Week of:May 30
2016-2017 Award Letters released via email Week of: June 6
Aid cancellation appeal deadline – NO exceptions! JULY 1
Office of Financial Aid correspondence will ONLY be to STUDENTS via
University Email
https://my.fairfield.edu
NO paper letters mailed (exceptions for appeals, special circumstances & request from student)
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2016-2017 APPLICATION DEADLINES
FAFSA
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
www.fafsa.gov
*APRIL 15, 2016 *
CSS Profile
College Scholarship Search Profile
www.collegeboard.org
* APRIL 15, 2016 *
Financial Aid Office
Office of Financial Aid Aloysius P. Kelley, S.J. Center1073 North Benson Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
Phone (203) 254-4125 Email [email protected]
Web www.fairfield.edu
Summer Hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday - Thursday 8:00 am – 12:00 noon Friday
Regular Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
University Apparel & GiftsSchool Supplies
Computer & Phone AccessoriesHealth & Beauty Items
Dorm Supplies
Coming this fall:Stags On The Run Convenience Store
The FairfieldUniversity
Bookstore & Starbucks Café!1499 Post Road Fairfield, CT
Downtown Fairfield
The Stag Spirit Shop
Barone Campus Center, 2nd Floor
Textbooks & Course MaterialsFull trade book selection
…and so much more!
New and Used • Used books equal to a 25% savings.
• Are eligible for buy back .
Textbook Rental• Register online during checkout!
• Rent and save big (up to 65%)!
• Less risk due to upfront savings .
Digital Textbooks• Interactive.
• Better for the environment.
• On average 45-65% of new list price.
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Textbook Options
Textbook RentalSavings of up to 65% compared to new list price
Shop in-store or online
Allows students to chose a preferred form of payment, including their Stag Card
Allows students the freedom to highlight and take notes all within the normal wear and tear associated with coursework
Buyback Information
We communicate with the faculty on their textbook needs and then buy as many used books as possible to save our students money. TEXTBOOK BUYBACK AVAILABLE ALL YEAR
Up to 50% of initial purchase price!Cash!
CONVENIENCE Available at both store locations
during buyback periods at the end of the semester
“ The Right Book At The Right Price”
TRADE & REFERENCE BOOKS
GENERAL READING BOOKSFairfield University Faculty AuthorsHuge Children’s Book SectionBestsellersVoted “Best Bookstore in Fairfield County”
QUICK STUDY GUIDES Available for most subjects.
Chemistry, Physics, Health, etc.
EXAM REFERENCESGraduate School Exams
GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, NCLEX, etc.Nursing Study Guides Language Reference Materials
GENERAL MERCHANDISE
OFFICIAL Fairfield GEAR Apparel Hats & Accessories Nike & Underarmour Gear
SCHOOL SUPPLIES Full line of school supplies Calendars and planners Clickers & Lab Materials
ACCESSORIES Vera Bradley Kate Spade Lily Pulitzer Bliss Cosmetics Butter London E.L.F. Cosmetics iPhone & iPad accessories Headphones Computer accessories
OFFICIAL Fairfield GIFTS License Plate Frames & Car Decals Glassware & Travel Mugs Moleskine Journals Stuffed Animals Blankets Flags & Banners Phone Cases Keychains & Lanyards And more!
CAMPUS LIVING Dorm room essentials Greeting cards Mailing envelopes FedEx Shipping Services
OFFICIALSTARBUCKS CAFE
STAGS ON THE RUN!(Coming this Fall!!)CONVENIENCE
Grab & Go Sandwiches Salads Soups Fruit & Yogurt Milk & Cheese Microwave Meals
Snacks Crackers & Cookies Nutrition Bars Healthy Options
Frozen Foods Frozen Meals Frozen Pizzas Ice Cream (Ben & Jerry’s)
Beverages Large Packs of Water Soda & Juices
GROCERY Grocery Products Bread Cleaning Supplies Paper Products (Single & Bulk)
HEALTH & BEAUTY CARE Cough & Cold Remedies Pain Relievers Personal Care Products Cosmetics
…and so much more!!
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Student Employment Flexible work hours
Apply online or in-store
Discounts include…10% OFF Textbooks25% OFF
Merchandise
Apply online at www.follett.com/careers
Bookstore Gift Cards
Graduation EssentialsCap & GownAnnouncementsDiploma FramesClass Rings
Laundry Service
FedEx Shipping Services
Fax & Copy Service
http://www.fairfield.edu/bookstore
For more information check out:
Information Technology Services
ITS
Information Technology Services
Who Are We/What We Do How/When To Contact Us Buying A Computer Things to Know
ITS
Maintenance• Network
registration assistance for all devices
• Data backups and data transfers
Repair Remediation• Network
connectivity issues
• Troubleshooting and repair for student computers
• Virus and malware remediation
Information• Hardware/
Software purchase assistance
• HP and Apple computer discounts and warranty services
• wēpa wireless printing kiosks
What We DoITS
Services Provided by the ITS4U Help Desk
www.fairfield.edu/BuyAComputer
Buying A Computer
ITS
Buying A Computer:Department Preferences
Windows
Engineering
Business
ITS
ITSBuying A Computer:
Insurance
Buying A Computer: Accidents Apple Care – 3 Year
Manufacturers Coverage NOT Covered:
accident, abuse, misuse, liquid contact, fire, earthquake or other external cause*
Cosmetic damage to the Covered Equipment including but not limited to scratches, dents and broken plastic on ports*
ITS
*AppleCare Terms & Conditions
Buying A Computer:Apple Care Alternatives
ITS
National Student Services, Inc.
Safeware.com NSSI.com
Buying A Computer: HP Care Pack
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