Student Rights and Financial Responsibilities

Shippensburg University Code: 003326

You Have the Right to Ask:

• What financial aid programs are available to me?
• How does Shippensburg University determine each type and amount of assistance I can receive?
• Please reconsider my aid package if a mistake is made or if my enrollment or financial circumstances change.
• What are the procedures and deadlines for applying for aid?
• How does Shippensburg University determine satisfactory academic progress?

You Are Responsible For:

• Accurately completing and submitting the appropriate application forms by the published deadline dates (errors can delay or prevent you from receiving aid).
• Using financial aid funds for educational purposes (books, off-campus housing, etc.) only.
• Submitting requested materials,corrections, or new information on a timely basis.
• Meeting the regulations and repayment schedules of student loans.
• Informing Shippensburg University of any grants, scholarships, or loans received from outside organizations.
• Informing the Shippensburg University Financial Aid Office of any information that has changed since you applied for aid (address or attendance status).
• Understanding the Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements for maintaining financial aid eligibility.
• Knowing the federal and state academic progress requirements for continuous financial aid  eligibility.