Rights and Responsibilities

As a Jefferson College student, you have the right to:

Be informed about financial aid programs, application, eligibility, and renewal
requirements
Understand how your cost of attendance and financial need are determined
Be advised on the requirements in the case of withdrawal, refunds and the
repayment of financial aid
Have all financial aid information treated with the highest professional
confidentiality
Know how and when financial aid funds are disbursed
Request a review of your financial aid package if family and/or financial
circumstances have changed

As a Jefferson College student, you have the responsibility to:

Submit all forms and documents required to complete the financial aid process
in a timely and accurate manner
Read, understand and retain copies of all information and/or forms that are
sent to you or that you must sign
Know and comply with the rules governing your aid program(s)
Register for courses that count toward your degree or certificate
Attend and actively participate in all courses in which you enroll
Maintain satisfactory academic progress
Notify the Financial Aid Office of other financial aid assistance received for the
academic year
Request assistance if you have questions or do not understand the information
provided to you.
Keep your address current with the Jefferson College Admissions Office
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each academic
year