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Financial Aid Awarding for 2013-2014
Oregon Resident Scholarship Opportunities
Changes to Financial Aid for 2013-2014
What is the Cost of Attendance for 2013-2014?
What about the new First Year Housing requirement?
What if I am not sure I am coming to OSU?
Why didn’t receive any scholarships?
When should I apply for the Parent PLUS loan?
Where can I find Financial Aid Forms for 2013-2014?
How can I get an IRS tax transcript to submit?
Financial Aid Awarding for 2013-2014
Financial Aid for 2013-2014 is awarded based on the 2013-2014 FAFSA application (including Summer term) which uses your 2012 tax information. OSU will begin downloading FAFSA application data for 2013-2014 AFTER February 1st. Financial Aid awards will be processed and sent to students starting April 1st. Incoming Freshman will receive a paper award letter and can accept through Student Online Services. All other students will be notified at their ONID email address when their award is ready to view and accept.
Oregon Resident Scholarship Opportunities
The Oregon Student Access Commission (OSAC) offers scholarships to Oregon Residents. You don't need to be a merit scholar or a student with financial need to apply for OSAC scholarships. All types of scholarships are available. Many are based on criteria such as, the high school you attended, your academic interests, your school and community activities, or your career goals. Some require a minimum GPA and others require no GPA whatsoever. There are more than 400 scholarships and you may qualify! But you won't know unless you apply. Early Bird application deadline is February 15th and the final deadline is March 1st. Visit getcollegefunds.org today to start your search!
Changes to Financial Aid for 2013-2014
Undergraduate
Direct Subsidized Loans
Effective July 1, 2013 there will be a limit on the amount of time that a student is allowed to borrow subsidized loan funds which will be tied to their program length. Students that exceed 150% of their program length will no longer be eligible to receive subsidized loan funds, regardless of any extensions granted based on the Satisfactory Academic Progress appeal process through the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. For a standard program 270 credits is the limit. For more information on Maximum Timeframe standards, please visit our Satisfactory Academic Progress webpage.
Effective July 1, 2013 Direct Subsidized Loan interest rates will be going up to 6.8%. Interest will still not accrue while you are attending at least part-time. Last year, interest subsidies during the six month grace period were eliminated for new Stafford Loans made on or after July 1, 2012. The repayment period still begins six months after the student is no longer enrolled at least half‐time, but interest that accrues during those six months will be payable by the student rather than subsidized by the federal government.
Graduate
Graduate loan types and interest rates remain unchanged for 2013-2014.
What is the Cost of Attendance for 2013-2014?
Undergraduate
The cost of attendance reflects average costs for educational expenses for a student in your category. The cost of attendance helps us to determine your financial aid award, but does not reflect the amount you owe the University. You will receive a bill that shows your actual University charges. The standard cost of attendance may be adjusted for differential tuition for specific programs, and for students participating in approved study abroad programs.
Please Note: Cost of Attendance figures are used for budgeting purposes only and represent an estimate of projected tuition and fees for the coming academic year. Actual tuition rates are approved by the state legislature in July and may vary.
The budget below is a standard, full-time, full-year (three term) budget.
2013-14 Undergraduate Tuition and Fees (Estimates Only)*
Resident $8,538
Non-Resident $23,469
2013-2014 Additional Expenses (Estimates Only)
Books and Supplies $1,965
This is an average amount you might spend on books and supplies. This amount does not appear on your billing.
Room and Board $10,578
This amount is an average figure based on double occupancy for campus and off-campus living arrangements. Students living in university housing will be billed for their actual room and meal rates.
Miscellaneous and Personal $2,577
This is an estimate of what you might spend during the school year on personal items, clothing, recreation and travel.
*Loan Fee Allowance $57
An average amount is built in for loan recipients to cover the Federal Ford Direct Loan fees.
Estimated Undergraduate Totals (*does not include Loan Fee Allowance):
Resident: $23,658 Non-resident: $38,589
Graduate
The cost of attendance reflects average costs and educational expenses for a student in your category. The cost of attendance helps us to determine your financial aid award, but does not reflect the amount you owe the University. You will receive a bill that shows your actual University charges. The standard budget may be adjusted for differential tuition for specific programs, and for students participating in approved study abroad programs.
Please Note: Cost of Attendance figures are used for budgeting purposes only and represent an estimate of projected tuition and fees for the coming academic year. Actual tuition rates are approved by the state legislature in July and may vary.
The budget below is a standard, full-time, full-year (three term) budget.
2013-14 Graduate Tuition and Fees (Estimates Only)
Resident $13,188
Non-Resident $21,219
2013-2014 Additional Expenses (Estimates Only)
Books and Supplies $1,965
This is an average amount you might spend on books and supplies. This amount does not appear on your billing.
Room and Board $10,578
This amount is an average figure based on double occupancy for campus and off-campus living arrangements. Students living in university housing will be billed for their actual room and meal rates.
Miscellaneous and Personal $2,577
This is an estimate of what you might spend during the school year on personal items, clothing, recreation and travel.
*Loan Fee Allowance $57
An average amount is built in for loan recipients to cover the Federal Ford Direct Loan fees.
Estimated Graduate Totals (*does not include Loan Fee Allowance):
Resident: $28,308 Non-resident: $36,339
What about the new First Year Housing requirement?
As part of the First Year Experience program, Oregon State University requires full-time, first-year students to live on campus. For more detailed information on your housing options, please visit the First Year Experience webpage.
What if I am not sure I am coming to OSU?
If you have received an award letter or scholarship offer from OSU and have not made your final decision yet, you should accept your financial aid award or scholarship offer! This will hold your offer until you finalize your decision to attend OSU. Accepting your financial aid or scholarship offer is not a binding commitment to attend OSU. You can update the financial aid office to cancel your offer should you decide not to attend.
Why didn’t I receive any scholarships?
Scholarships that are awarded during the Admission process are selected on a competitive basis with limited awards. It is not your only scholarship option while attending OSU. If you were not selected, do not lose hope! Many opportunities exist for students to apply for OSU scholarships based on their College or Major. Each department administers their own scholarships, sets deadlines, posts and reviews applications, and awards based on their established criteria.
In an effort to maximize student access to OSU scholarship opportunities we have a searchable database that consolidates all available departmental scholarships into a centralized location! You select the criteria that fit you and the search will return any scholarships you might be eligible for. Click on the name of the scholarship for specific criteria, hover over additional notes for further application details, and when they are available for submission, click on the link to go to that scholarship's application page! Exploring your options couldn't be easier! Visit our Scholarship Database and get started today!
When should I apply for the Parent PLUS loan?
The PLUS loan application will not be available for 2013-2014 until May 2013. If you attempt to apply prior to that date you will be told that OSU does not participate in the program. Rest assured, OSU DOES participate in the Federal Direct Parent PLUS loan program. Applications for parent PLUS loan requires a credit check each time the parent applies for the loan and is only valid for 90 days. Applying too early may cause delays with processing and disbursements. Students can review their file status through student online services. The PLUS loan application and Master Promissory note can be completed at studentloans.gov.
Where can I find Financial Aid Forms for 2013-2014?
As they become available the forms will be updated on our website under Forms and Publications. Access to some forms that are part of outstanding requirements are also available through Student Online Services. The instructions for your outstanding requirements will often contain a link that will take you to a PDF version of the required form.
How can I get an IRS tax transcript to submit?
If you are required to provide tax information as part of the verification process and are unable to download the information through the FAFSA/IRS linking system, you may submit an IRS Tax Transcript instead. If you need a copy of your IRS tax return transcript, visit the IRS website and click on the "Order a Return or Account Transcript" link or you may call the IRS directly to order a copy at 1-800-908-9946. Be sure to request the "IRS Tax Return Transcript" and NOT the "IRS Tax Account Transcript".
What about Summer term?
Summer term aid requires a 2013-2014 FAFSA application, as summer is the start of the academic year for financial aid purposes. If you wish to attend summer term you will submit a request through Student Online Services (when available) and we will adjust your financial aid accordingly. Summer financial aid is limited due to funding constraints and loan program limits. Students expecting to attend for 4 terms can anticipate their student loan funds to be re-distributed over the 4 terms of enrollment. Yearly loan limits remain the same regardless of the number of terms you attend. Students who have been awarded work study for the academic year may begin working during summer term if enrolled half-time or more.
Enrollment levels are NOT different in summer. Fulltime is 12 credits, 3/4 time is 9-11 credits, and half-time is 6-8 credits for Undergraduates. Half-time for Graduate students is 5 credits, full-time is 9 credits. You must notify Financial Aid if you will be enrolled less than full-time. You must be enrolled at least half-time to be eligible for Financial Aid.
Note: Repeat courses still count toward your attempted hours for financial aid purposes.
Undergraduate
Pell Grant
Maximum award remains at $5550 for full time enrollment for an academic year, however the duration of eligibility is reduced to the equivalent of 12 full time semesters instead of 18 full
time semesters. The reduction affects all students beginning with 2012‐13 award year, no exceptions.
Direct Subsidized Loans
Effective July, 1 2012 Direct Subsidized Loan interest rates will be going up to 6.8%. Interest will still not accrue while you are attending at least part-time. In addition, Interest subsidies during the six month grace period are eliminated for new Stafford Loans made on or after July 1, 2012. The repayment period still begins six months after the student is no longer enrolled at least half‐time, but interest accrues during those six months will be payable by the student rather than subsidized by the federal government.
Graduate
Effective July, 1 2012 Direct Subsidized Loans will no longer be available for Graduate Students. The yearly limit for Unsubsidized Loans will be $20,500.
What is the Cost of Attendance for 2012-2013?
Undergraduate
The cost of attendance reflects average costs for educational expenses for a student in your category. The cost of attendance helps us to determine your financial aid award, but does not reflect the amount you owe the University. You will receive a bill that shows your actual University charges. The standard cost of attendance may be adjusted for differential tuition for specific programs, and for students participating in approved study abroad programs.
The budget below is a standard, full-time, full-year (three term) budget.
2012-13 Undergraduate Tuition and Fees (Estimates Only)*
Resident $8,091
Non-Resident $22,212
2012-2013 Additional Expenses (Estimates Only)
Books and Supplies $1,908
This is an average amount you might spend on books and supplies. This amount does not appear on your billing.
Room and Board $10,074
This amount is an average figure based on double occupancy for campus and off-campus living arrangements. Students living in university housing will be billed for their actual room and meal rates.
Miscellaneous and Personal $2,616
This is an estimate of what you might spend during the school year on personal items, clothing, recreation and travel.
*Loan Fee Allowance $57
An average amount is built in for loan recipients to cover the Federal Ford Direct Loan fees.
Estimated Undergraduate Totals (*does not include Loan Fee Allowance):
Resident: $22,689 Non-resident: $36,810
The cost of attendance reflects average costs and educational expenses for a student in your category. The cost of attendance helps us to determine your financial aid award, but does not reflect the amount you owe the University. You will receive a bill that shows your actual University charges. The standard budget may be adjusted for differential tuition for specific programs, and for students participating in approved study abroad programs.
The budget below is a standard, full-time, full-year (three term) budget.
2012-13 Graduate Tuition and Fees (Estimates Only)
Resident $12,741
Non-Resident $19,653
2012-2013 Additional Expenses (Estimates Only)
Books and Supplies $1,908
This is an average amount you might spend on books and supplies. This amount does not appear on your billing.
Room and Board $10,074
This amount is an average figure based on double occupancy for campus and off-campus living arrangements. Students living in university housing will be billed for their actual room and meal rates.
Miscellaneous and Personal $2,616
This is an estimate of what you might spend during the school year on personal items, clothing, recreation and travel.
*Loan Fee Allowance $57
An average amount is built in for loan recipients to cover the Federal Ford Direct Loan fees.
Estimated Graduate Totals (*does not include Loan Fee Allowance):
Resident: $27,339 Non-resident: $34,251
What if I am not sure I am coming to OSU?
If you have received an award letter or scholarship offer from OSU and have not made your final decision yet, you should accept your financial aid award or scholarship offer! This will hold your offer until you finalize your decision to attend OSU. Accepting your financial aid or scholarship offer is not a binding commitment to attend OSU. You can update the financial aid office to cancel your offer should you decide not to attend.
Why didn’t I receive any scholarships?
Scholarships that are awarded during the Admission process are selected on a competitive basis with limited awards. It is not your only scholarship option while attending OSU. If you were not selected, do not lose hope! Many opportunities exist for students to apply for OSU scholarships based on their College or Major. Each department administers their own scholarships, sets deadlines, posts and reviews applications, and awards based on their established criteria.
In an effort to maximize student access to OSU scholarship opportunities we have a searchable database that consolidates all available departmental scholarships into a centralized location! You select the criteria that fit you and the search will return any scholarships you might be eligible for. Click on the name of the scholarship for specific criteria, hover over additional notes for further application details, and when they are available for submission, click on the link to go to that scholarship's application page! Exploring your options couldn't be easier! Visit our Scholarship Database and get started today!
How do I get Financial Aid for Summer Term?
Here are a few things to keep in mind regarding summer term financial aid:
1. Summer term aid requires a 2012-2013 FAFSA application. Summer is the start of the academic year for financial aid purposes.
2. Once you have been awarded Financial Aid for 2012-2013, you can complete the Summer Aid Request under the Resources/Additional Information tab in the Financial Aid section of Student Online Services where you view your financial aid award package. You can only complete the questions once. If you need to make changes to your request after submission, please submit an Enrollment Revision Request for processing.
3. Processing of Summer Aid Requests will begin May 1, 2012.
4. Summer financial aid is limited due to funding constraints and loan program limits. Students expecting to attend for 4 terms can anticipate their Direct Student Loan funds to be re-distributed over the 4 terms of enrollment. Yearly loan limits remain the same regardless of the number of terms you attend.
5. Students who have been awarded work study for the academic year may begin working July 1, 2012 if enrolled half-time or more for summer term.
6. Enrollment levels are the same for summer as the academic year. Fulltime is 12 credits, 3/4 time is 9-11 credits, and half-time is 6-8 credits for Undergraduates. Half-time for Graduate students is 5 credits, full-time is 9 credits.
7. You must notify Financial Aid if you will be enrolled less than full-time.
9. If your actual enrollment does not match your financial aid enrollment, your aid funds will not disburse. Please complete an Enrollment Revision Request to have your aid adjusted to your new enrollment level.
8. You must be enrolled at least part-time to be eligible for Financial Aid.
Do be aware! Textbooks cannot be charged to your student account, therefore proper planning for textbook purchases prior to the disbursement of financial aid is strongly encouraged.
When should I apply for the Parent PLUS loan?
Applications for parent PLUS loan requires a credit each time the parent applies for the loan and is only valid for 90 days. Applying too early may cause delays with processing and disbursements. Application can be submitted beginning July 1, 2012. Students can review their file status through student online services.
Where can I find Financial Aid Forms for 2012-2013?
As they become available the forms will be updated on our website under Forms and Publications. Access to some forms that are part of outstanding requirements are also available through Student Online Services. The instructions for your outstanding requirements will often contain a link that will take you to a PDF version of the required form.
How can I get an IRS tax transcript to submit?
If you are required to provide tax information as part of the verification process and are unable to download the information through the FAFSA/IRS linking system, you may submit an IRS Tax Transcript instead. You can order and IRS Tax Transcript by call the toll free IRS number 1-800-908-9946. We cannot accept paper copies of tax documents for verification.
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