Your “Rights” Related to Financial Aid
You have the right to know:
- How your eligibility was determined
- How and when funds will be disbursed to you
- An explanation of each type of award you receive
- For any student loan you accept: the interest rate, total amount you must repay, when your repayment begins, the length of your repayment, and the cancellation and deferment provisions applicable to your loan
- For any : a description of the job, the hours you must work, the rate of pay, and how and when you will be paid
- The criteria used to determine for financial aid purposes
Your “Responsibilities” Related to Financial Aid
It is your responsibility to:
- Read directions thoroughly, complete forms accurately, and comply with deadlines
- Provide supplemental documentation as requested
- Read, understand, and keep copies of forms
- Repay student loans
- Complete entrance and exit counseling if you receive federal student loans while in attendance at Mason
- Notify the Office of Student Financial Aid of any change in your enrollment, housing, or financial aid status (including any scholarships or grants received from outside sources). Changes of address and enrollment status must also be reported to your lender if you have a loan
- Satisfactorily perform the work agreed upon in a Federal Work-Study job
- Know and comply with all requirements for continuation of financial aid, including requirements
- Frequently monitor your Mason email account