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![]() Student Financial ServicesJohn F. Morris, Director, Student Services David R. Glezerman, Director, Operations The Department of Student Financial Services (SFS) is located on the ground floor of Conwell and Carnell Halls and the second floor of Carnell Hall. The main telephone number is (215) 204-2244. Temple University administers a variety of federal, state, and institutional aid programs. Application Procedures Documents Needed to Apply Applicants should obtain the Undergraduate Financial Aid Application Packet. It contains the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and information about application procedures. This packet is available from the Department of Student Financial Services on each campus. Ambler, 103 West Hall Health Sciences Center, LB 41, F.S.U. Bldg. Tyler, 300 Tyler Hall Main, Conwell Hall / Carnell Hall Richard J. Fox School of Business, 102 Speakman Hall Application Deadlines New Students -- March 1 International Students The Office of International Services, (215) 204-7229, offers limited financial
assistance to persons holding non-immigrant visas. Federal regulations limit most
financial aid to U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens, i.e., permanent resident aliens.
Questions about immigrant status should be referred to the office. Academic Requirements Applicants for Federal, State, and University financial aid programs administered by
Temple University must be accepted for admission or currently enrolled as a matriculated
student in a degree or certificate program. Exceptions to this requirement are the Federal
Stafford Loan or PLUS Loan Programs. A non-matriculated student may be eligible for a
Federal Stafford or PLUS Loan if the student is enrolled in a course of study necessary to
prepare for admission in a degree or certificate program. Students enrolled in the
Qualifying Program have one 12-month period beginning on the first day of the loan period
for which the student is enrolled. Satisfactory Academic Progress Financial aid funds are restricted to students who make satisfactory academic progress.
This is defined as maintaining a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 and
successfully completing a specified number of credits per academic year based on the
student's enrollment status. Enrollment Status Some financial aid programs are restricted to full-time students. Other aid programs
are available to both full-time and part-time students. (NOTE: High school students accepted under the
Early Admissions Program are not eligible for financial aid until they receive their high school diploma.) Students should be aware that dropping and adding courses can affect financial aid
eligibility, and they must notify the Department of Student
Financial Services of any change in enrollment status. Academic Dismissal/Reinstatement Eligibility for financial aid, including federal work-study, ends if a student is
academically dismissed. Financial Aid Eligibility -- Need Analysis Financial aid is offered to students based on financial need. The U.S. Department of Education
establishes the federal definition of need. Need is determined by the
following formula: *Family contribution is determined by a federal formula based on information
reported on the student's application. The result of a need determination is met by a combination of awards called a financial
aid package. Packages in 1998-99 generally met 77% of student need, including the Federal
Family Educational loans. Other sources exist that may be available to students for educational assistance. Some
of these are private scholarship programs, Cooperative Education programs, Veterans
Administration benefits, public assistance, and social security benefits. If outside
assistance is received, financial aid awarded by the University may be adjusted. Independent Student Definition Federal regulations define an independent student if he/she meets one of the following
criteria: Dependent Students Federal regulations require that a student not meeting the definition of independent
apply as a dependent. These students must provide income, asset, and household information
for themselves and their parent(s) (including stepparent(s)). Educational Budget Financing one's education takes planning and budgeting. Students should try to plan
ahead, anticipating costs and resources, and should request aid for the entire academic
year. The basic budget for a year at Temple should include tuition and fees, books and
supplies, living expenses, and transportation. Tuition shown in the following examples is
for undergraduates attending Main campus. Financial aid awards will be adjusted
accordingly for programs having different tuition rates. The figures in the table are
based on estimates from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The economy and one's style
of living may make actual costs higher or lower. Financial Aid Notification and Refund Policy Applicants are notified of aid eligibility by letter after applications have been
reviewed. Awarded aid may consist of a combination of grant, loan, and/or work assistance.
Recipients receiving aid in excess of institution charges will receive a refund. Checks
are issued according to the University's established schedule, starting immediately after
the end of the first week of classes each semester. Student Employment Academic Year The Federal Work Study (FWS) program at Temple promotes part-time employment of college
students with demonstrated financial need. FWS is awarded as part of the student's
financial aid package, but the award is not credited to the student's institutional
charges. Employment may be within the University or at other public and private non-profit
organizations. Each year, the Department of Student Financial Services lists available work-study
positions for students on their web-site, Positions Available; however,
students are responsible for arranging their own
employment. Summer Sessions Students with demonstrated need may earn FWS during summer sessions. Students
must be enrolled, matriculated students to be considered for summer awards. To receive a
summer FWS award, students are required to file a separate application by March 15 with
the Department of Student Financial Services. This application is in addition to the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Applications are available from SFS, ground
floor, Conwell Hall. Grants and Scholarships Website for Temple University Scholarship Opportunities The following grants and scholarships have individual eligibility requirements and
procedures. Be sure to read the requirements for each carefully. Temple University Grants Temple University Grants are institutional funds available to students as a way of
supplementing other aid sources. These funds are generally awarded based on need. Elmer Roe Deaver Foundation Scholarships are available to students based on financial need. Applicants must file a
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in addition to a Supplemental Academic Scholarship
application available in the Office of Student Financial Services. W. W. Smith Charitable Trust Scholarship Continuing students who have demonstrated academic achievement (minimum 2.75 grade
point average) and financial need are eligible for these annual awards. Awards are $1,000 per semester.
Approximately sixty awards are granted annually. Students must fill out a Supplemental Academic Scholarship for
Undergraduate Students Application by May 1st of each year. Forms may be obtained from the Office of
Student Financial Services. The application includes a brief essay explaining
the student's educational goals and barriers overcome in achieving them. The Supplemental Academic Scholarship
Committee of the Russell Conwell Center selects recipients. Temple Scholars Award
Entering freshmen with excellent high school grades and test scores are
offered 4-year academic merit scholarships ranging from $2,000 to full
tuition for up to 4 years of full-time undergraduate study. The award is
made at the time of acceptance basedon the admission application. The Camille and Bill Cosby Scholarship in Science This scholarship is awarded annually to an undergraduate student in the junior class
majoring in the natural sciences who demonstrates financial need. The recipient is selected by
the University's President and receives the scholarship for one year; if the student
maintains a 3.0 average in science courses, the scholarship will continue for a second and
final year. The scholarship was established with a $50,000 endowment from the General Foods
Corporation in honor of Camille and Bill Cosby and in recognition of their keen interest
in and contributions to higher education. Philadelphia Outstanding Achievement Scholarships Entering freshmen who live and attend high school in Philadelphia may apply. Recipients
are generally in the top 10% of their high school graduating classes. Scholarships are
renewable for four years as long as the student maintains a 3.0 GPA. Awards are for either
half or full tuition. Students are nominated by their high schools. A University committee
reviews the nominees and notifies schools and students of their awards, usually by April
15. Students must apply for admission to Temple by March 1. Up to three students may be
selected from each nominating high school. Interested students should contact their high
school principals or guidance counselors by January 1. The following Outstanding Achievement Scholarships have been established to honor former alumni, Board members and faculty members.
Isadore A. Shrager Outstanding Achievement Scholarship
In honor of Isadore A. Shrager, alumnus - selfless and committed civic leader, exceptional lawyer and public servant - whose love of education for young persons desiring to advance them selves through higher education, is legendary. His exemplary lead
ership as a Trustee of both Temple University and the Community College of Philadelphia had opened up many opportunities for young men and women of all backgrounds to succeed. Recipient must be a transfer student to Temple University from the Community C
ollege of Philadelphia.
Irving K. Kessler Outstanding Achievement Scholarship
Vivacqua Endowment Scholarships Temple alumnus John J. Vivacqua, D.D.S., established this fund in
1997 to support excellent students with demonstrable financial need. In order to maximize
support for every Vivacqua Scholar, the University will match, on a 1:2 basis,
contributions from its own scholarship budget with funds from the endowment. Vivacqua Scholars are selected annually by the President of the
University from applicants accepted for admission for the fall semester of that year, and
from current students who meet the scholarship criteria. - (minimum 1200 SAT score and ranked
in the top 15% of their graduating class, transfer and continuing students, (with at least at 3.5 GPA)
who show demonstrated financial need). Scholarship recipients must be full-time students and maintain a
3.0 average; the scholarship is renewable for up to four years. Music Grants-In-Aid Music Grants-In-Aid are awarded on a competitive basis to students of exceptional
musical ability. These awards are given to vocalists participating in the various
University choirs, and instrumentalists participating in the University Orchestra, bands,
and other ensembles. Recipients may matriculate in any of the undergraduate colleges.
Prospective applicants should contact the College of Music at (215) 204-8301 to arrange
for an interview. Temple University Diamond Bands Membership in the Diamond Bands is open to all qualifying students from any school,
college, or campus of the University. At Temple, the Bands serve the entire student
population; membership, therefore, includes not only music majors, but also a large
proportion of students representing almost every academic area of the University. Scholarships are available to students selected for membership in the Diamond Bands in
varying amounts based on participation and musicianship as determined by the College of
Music. For further information, contact the Director of Bands, Room 315, Presser Hall,
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122 or call (215) 204-8321. Athletic Scholarships Athletic scholarships are available in all varsity sports. The number of scholarships,
the requirements, standards, and awards are controlled by Temple University and by the
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For further information, contact the
Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, (215) 204-7447. Army ROTC Scholarships and Grants and Air Force ROTC Scholarships See Military
Science under Academic Services and Programs. State and Federal Grant Programs To be eligible for the following grants, students must complete the Free Application
for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Pennsylvania State Grant (PHEAA) The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania funds a grant program for undergraduate Pennsylvania
residents who will be matriculated students enrolled full-time (12 or more credit hours
per semester) and part-time (6-11 credits) during the academic year. This program is
administered by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). Federal Pell Grants To be eligible for a Pell Grant, one must be a matriculated student enrolled in an
undergraduate degree program who has not earned a bachelor's or professional degree.
Notification of awards will be made in the student's award letter. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) FSEOG is a federal grant program administered by the University. Awards are based on
exceptional need and availability of funds. Student Loans Federal Perkins Loans Perkins Loans are made by the University from funds provided by the Federal government.
These loans are included as part of the financial aid package. The amount of the loan is
based on the student's need and availability of funds. Federal Family Educational Loans Loans are available to students enrolled for at least six credits per semester. Annual
limits are: $2,625 freshmen, $3,500 sophomore, and $5,500 all other undergraduate levels.
For all undergraduate study, the maximum that may be borrowed is $23,000. Unsubsidized Stafford loans are available to independent undergraduate students at a
variable interest rate. Dependent students may borrow only if the parent(s) is unable to
borrow a PLUS. Loans may be requested up to $4,000 for freshman and sophomores, and $5,000 for the
junior year and above. Federal Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) Loans are available to the parents of undergraduate students at a variable interest
rate. Parents may borrow amounts not to exceed the cost of attendance. Nursing Student Loans (NSL) Loans are made by the University from funds provided by the federal government. These
loans are included as part of the financial aid package. The amount of the loan is based
on the student's need and availability of funds. Students may borrow up to $2,500 per
academic year. Pharmacy Health Profession Loans Loans are made by the University based on demonstrated financial need. Funds are
provided by the federal government. Pharmacy students may borrow a maximum of $2,500 plus
the cost of tuition. Entrance/Exit Interviews Federal law requires that every student borrowing from the programs listed above have
an entrance and/or exit interview. During these sessions, a counselor will explain the
provisions of loan repayment and deferment options. The Department of Student Financial Services will contact students to schedule these
interviews at the appropriate times. Stafford loan funds will not be released without the
entrance requirement, and students may not graduate until the exit interview is completed.
Any student withdrawing from the University before graduation must contact the Department
of Student Financial Services, Office of Student Debt Management at (215) 204-5705, to
schedule an exit interview. Students failing to do so will have a hold placed on their
records. School and College Loan Fund Loans are available from the University's individual schools and colleges based on
financial need and/or other criteria. Students should contact the appropriate Dean's
Office or department chair for more information. Other Programs Privately Sponsored Scholarships Most libraries have books and brochures which list hundreds of scholarships and loan
programs. Many of these awards are given to students meeting special conditions such as
membership in an ethnic group or religion, academic major, parental employment or labor
union association, and parent or student fraternal affiliation. In addition, a number of Temple's schools and colleges have scholarships available
for students in their programs. Details may be found in the individual school or college
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