Financial Aid
Welcome To Financial Aid
Edward Waters University views all student financial assistance as an investment in the future of our students. The Office of Financial Aid is dedicated to helping you and your families determine the best way to pay for your education while delivering excellence in customer service. Please consider the Financial Aid staff to be your student financial planners while attending Edward Waters University We hope the financial aid options described will help you decide how best to pay for your Edward Waters University education. We look forward to hearing from you and your family.
Edward Waters University is strongly committed to its financial aid program and the principle that a student’s financial resources should not be a barrier to enrollment. Need-based aid is an investment in our students and we look forward to being of assistance. Edward Waters University applicants are accepted regardless of their ability to pay for college. All potential and current students are invited to apply for financial aid.
How To Apply for Financial Aid
Merit & Need-Based Scholarships
The Office of Financial Aid is pleased to announce the availability of both merit and need-based scholarships to students who qualify. The Edward Waters University Scholarship/Grant-In-Aid programs are designed to assist students with offsetting the direct costs of education (Tuition, Fees, and On-campus room and board). Students must apply for financial aid to be eligible for the institutional scholarships.
The Following awards will be made after all other financial aid has been determined. The EWU scholarship and Grant-in Aid programs are not designed or intended for students to make a financial profit or generate a student refund, rather only to pay for direct college expenses not met by other forms of assistance. The award may be reduced should additional aid be received after disbursement (other than work-study and loans) for direct costs. The following scholarships are offered to potential students once all admissions documents have been received by the Admissions office.
Presidential Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to incoming high school seniors with at least a 3.80 cumulative grade point average (GPA). Students must also submit an essay to be eligible for this scholarship. Students must register for at least 12 credit hours and earn at least 12 credits hours per semester. This scholarship is up to the full cost of tuition and fees, and cannot generate any refund to the student. This scholarship is renewable up to eight semesters by maintaining a minimum 3.25 GPA.
Honors Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to incoming high school seniors with a 3.25 cumulative grade point average (GPA) Students must submit an essay to be eligible for this scholarship.. Students must apply for financial aid to be eligible for this scholarship. Students must register for at least 12 credit hours and earn at least 12 credit hours per semester. This scholarship is up to $10,000 and cannot generate any refund to the student. This scholarship is renewable up to eight semesters by maintaining a 3.00 GPA.
Merit Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to incoming high school seniors with a 3.00 cumulative grade point average (GPA). Students must register for at least 12 credit hours and earn at least 12 credit hours per semester. This scholarship is up to $5.000, and cannot generate any refund to the student. This scholarship is renewable up to eight semesters by maintaining a 3.0 GPA.
Transfer Scholarship
This scholarship is non-renewable and is only good for one academic year. This scholarship is for students transferring from another college or institution with a minimum of 24 transferable credit hours and a 2.5 grade point average (GPA). This scholarship is up to $3,000, and cannot generate a refund to the student.
Freshman Grant
This scholarship is non-renewable and is only good for one academic year. This scholarship is for high school seniors with a minimum 2.50 cumulative grade point average (GPA). This scholarship is up to $2,000, and cannot generate a refund to the student.
Talent-Based Scholarship
This scholarship is renewable for up to eight semesters and is based on the individual talent in choir, or band. Amounts vary. For more information, contact the Choir Director at (904) 470-8883 and the Band Director at (904) 323-0899.
Athletic Scholarship
This scholarship is renewable for up to eight semesters and is based on the athletic ability of the student. Amounts vary. For more information, contact the Athletic Department at (904) 470-8276
How Withdrawal Impacts Your Financial Aid
Under the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, the amount of federal financial aid a student
has earned for the enrollment period (semester) is based on the length of time the student remains enrolled for that period. Therefore, the percentage of the enrollment period completed is also the percentage of aid the student has earned.
- If a student withdraws on or before being enrolled in a class(es) or the University for less
than 60% of the enrollment period, the percentage of federal financial aid earned is equal
to the percentage of time enrolled. Ex: 20 days enrolled/108 days in the semester = 18.5% - If a student remains enrolled up to or beyond the 60% point, then 100% of the aid for that
enrollment period has been earned.
The unearned financial aid funds will be returned by the University to the Department of
Education and the student will receive a charge to their EWU student account for the returned
amount. The federal financial assistance programs that may be effected by the premature
withdrawal are;
- Federal Pell Grant
- Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant
- Perkins Loans
- Subsidized and Unsubsidized Student Loans
Students that choose to withdraw from the University prior to the end of an enrollment period should follow the University’s guidelines for withdrawing from school.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal
A student must maintain satisfactory academic progress in their course of study in order to
receive aid under the student financial assistance programs Title IV funds. These programs
include:
- PELL grant
- Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
- Direct Graduate Plus Loan and Direct Parent Plus Loan
- Federal Work Study
- Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans
Undergraduate students must maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale and graduate students must maintain a 3.0 GPA on the same scale. All students, graduate and undergraduate, must earn 67% of the credit hours they have attempted.
SUBMITTING A SAP APPEAL FORM DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN APPROVAL.
How to Apply for the Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan
Eligibility
Both student and the parent borrower must meet specific eligibility requirements in order for the student to qualify for the Parent PLUS Loan. The first step is to have a completed FAFSA on file for the academic year in which the application is made.
The student must have been offered their loan eligibility first, before we can certify the Direct Parent PLUS loan.
Your Student must:
- Meet Federal and Edward Waters University Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements.
- Be a dependent (based on FAFSA data) undergraduate student
- Be enrolled in a degree-seeking program
- Be enrolled in at least 6 credits (half-time)
- Meet the minimum requirements for Satisfactory Academic Progress
You – the Parent Borrower must:
- Be the biological, adoptive, or step-parent of the student.
- Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen (permanent resident).
- Not be in default on repayment of federal aid. If you are currently in default, go here.
- Consent to, and pass a credit check by the U.S. Department of Education.
Before you Apply
Determine the loan period for which you plan to apply. If your student is planning to be enrolled
for both fall and spring semesters, we recommend that you apply for the fall/spring Loan term.
The summer loan term cannot be combined with other terms.
- Request a Direct PLUS Loan at www.studentaid.gov.
- Log in using the parent FSA I.D not the student’s.
- Apply for the loan.
- Designate the school to be paid (i.e. Edward Waters University
- If approved, request a deferment of repayment while the student is in school for up to 6
months within the loan application. - If approved, the parent must complete the credit counselling and sign the Master
Promissory Note (MPN) also found on the federal web page. - The completed form listing a numerical amount and disbursement period. Please Do Not write MAX where an amount is needed. The form and a copy of the parent’s I.D. can be sent to finaid@ew.edu.
How to Apply for a Grad PLUS Loan
The Grad PLUS loan is available to graduate students who:
- Are enrolled at least half-time in a degree-granting program.
- File the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Pass a credit check.
How to Apply
The Grad PLUS application is a multi-step process. If you do not complete each step, your loan will not be processed.
- Submit a Direct PLUS Loan Application for Graduate/Professional Students through the www.studentaid.gov website. (EWU school code is 001478.) If you are approved and would like to increase your loan amount do not apply for a new loan. Instead, you may contact the Financial Aid Office to request an increase.
- Complete the Grad PLUS entrance counseling while on the federal website.
- Sign the PLUS Master Promissory Note (MPN) for Graduate/Professional Students while on the federal website. The MPN will be valid for 10 years provided a PLUS loan is disbursed within 12 months of the MPN signing. If your previous Grad PLUS loan was approved with an endorser (co-signer), you will need to complete a new MPN.
- Sign the PLUS Master Promissory Note (MPN) for Graduate/Professional Students while on the federal website. The MPN will be valid for 10 years provided a PLUS loan is disbursed within 12 months of the MPN signing. If your previous Grad PLUS loan was approved with an endorser (co-signer), you will need to complete a new MPN.
If you have any questions you may email the Financial Aid Office at finaid@ew.edu Please
include your EWU Student ID Number on all correspondence.
Applying For Financial Aid
This series of videos explains how the financial aid process works and who is eligible to receive financial aid. Included is an overview of the financial aid process, step by step instructions on filling out the FAFSA, common myths about financial aid, as well as what one can expect after submitting the FAFSA.
Creating A Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID)
This video contains helpful information for parents of Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) applicants. It helps parents navigate the FAFSA process: from logging in, to filling out and to signing their child’s FAFSA using their FSA ID. For information on creating an FSA ID, FSA has a video with detailed instructions on how to create an FSA ID:
Types of Financial Aid
Edward Waters University Institutional Scholarships
The Office of Financial Aid is pleased to announce the availability of both merit and need-based scholarships to students who qualify. The Edward Waters University Scholarship/Grant-In-Aid programs are designed to assist students with offsetting the direct costs of education (Tuition, Fees, and On-campus room and board). Students must apply for financial aid to be eligible for the institutional scholarships.
The Following awards will be made after all other financial aid has been determined. The EWU scholarship and Grant-in Aid programs are not designed or intended for students to make a financial profit or generate a student refund, rather only to pay for direct college expenses not met by other forms of assistance. The award may be reduced should additional aid be received after disbursement (other than work-study and loans) for direct costs. The following scholarships are offered to potential students once all admissions documents have been received by the Admissions office.
Presidential Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to incoming high school seniors with at least a 3.80 cumulative grade point average (GPA). Students must also submit an essay to be eligible for this scholarship. Students must register for at least 12 credit hours and earn at least 12 credits hours per semester. This scholarship is up to the full cost of tuition and fees, and cannot generate any refund to the student. This scholarship is renewable up to eight semesters by maintaining a minimum 3.25 GPA.
Honors Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to incoming high school seniors with a 3.25 cumulative grade point average (GPA) Students must submit an essay to be eligible for this scholarship.. Students must apply for financial aid to be eligible for this scholarship. Students must register for at least 12 credit hours and earn at least 12 credit hours per semester. This scholarship is up to $10,000 and cannot generate any refund to the student. This scholarship is renewable up to eight semesters by maintaining a 3.00 GPA.
Merit Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to incoming high school seniors with a 3.00 cumulative grade point average (GPA). Students must register for at least 12 credit hours and earn at least 12 credit hours per semester. This scholarship is up to $5.000, and cannot generate any refund to the student. This scholarship is renewable up to eight semesters by maintaining a 3.0 GPA.
Transfer Scholarship
This scholarship is non-renewable and is only good for one academic year. This scholarship is for students transferring from another college or institution with a minimum of 24 transferable credit hours and a 2.5 grade point average (GPA). This scholarship is up to $3,000, and cannot generate a refund to the student.
Freshman Grant
This scholarship is non-renewable and is only good for one academic year. This scholarship is for high school seniors with a minimum 2.50 cumulative grade point average (GPA). This scholarship is up to $2,000, and cannot generate a refund to the student.
Talent-Based Scholarship
This scholarship is renewable for up to eight semesters and is based on the individual talent in choir, or band. Amounts vary. For more information, contact the Choir Director at (904) 470-8883 and the Band Director at (904) 323-0899.
Athletic Scholarship
This scholarship is renewable for up to eight semesters and is based on the athletic ability of the student. Amounts vary. For more information, contact the Athletic Department at (904) 470-8276 .
Federal Student Grants
The Federal Work-Study Program (FWS) is available to students that wish to earn wages in a degree-related job to help assist with college living expenses. Students are paid monthly and may obtain employment either on-campus or off-campus. Work-Study jobs pay at least the Federal minimum wage to students demonstrating need while in school and who possess usable skills for on-campus and off-campus positions. Students interested in seeking Federal College Work-Study (FWS) must indicate an interest by completing the work-study question on the FAFSA. Students may also apply in the Office of Financial Aid. Funds are limited and awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Once a student is awarded Federal Work-Study, the student may stop in the Office of Financial Aid to review the listing of FWS job openings. When the student returns for the Fall term, the student will receive the policy manual and the procedures for completing the timesheets.
Federal Work Study
The Federal Work-Study Program (FWS) is available to students that wish to earn wages in a degree-related job to help assist with college living expenses. Students are paid monthly and may obtain employment either on-campus or off-campus. Work-Study jobs pay at least the Federal minimum wage to students demonstrating need while in school and who possess usable skills for on-campus and off-campus positions. Students interested in seeking Federal College Work-Study (FWS) must indicate an interest by completing the work-study question on the FAFSA. Students may also apply in the Office of Financial Aid. Funds are limited and awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Once a student is awarded Federal Work-Study, the student may stop in the Office of Financial Aid to review the listing of FWS job openings. When the student returns for the Fall term, the student will receive the policy manual and the procedures for completing the timesheets.
Florida Statewide Grants
Effective Access to Student Education (EASE)
The Effective Access to Student Education (EASE) program provides tuition assistance to Florida undergraduate students attending an eligible, private, non-profit college or university in the State of Florida. Students must meet Florida’s residency requirements for receipt of state student financial aid by maintaining Florida residency for purposes other than education for a minimum of 12 consecutive months prior to the first day of class of the academic term for which funds are requested. All recipients must earn 12 credit hours each semester and maintain a 2.0 GPA.
The Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG) Program is a need-based grant program consisting of three separately funded student financial aid programs available to degree-seeking, resident, undergraduate students who demonstrate substantial financial need and are enrolled in participating postsecondary institutions. Students must meet Florida’s residency requirements for receipt of state student financial aid by maintaining Florida residency for purposes other than education for a minimum of 12 consecutive months prior to the first day of class of the academic term for which funds are requested. All recipients must earn 12 credit hours each semester and maintain a 2.0 GPA.
Florida Statewide Scholarships
The Mary Mcleod Bethune Scholarship provides financial assistance to undergraduate students who meet scholastic requirements and demonstrate financial need. This scholarship is awarded to the students with the highest need first. The funds are limited at each participating Institution.
The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program establishes three lottery-funded scholarships to reward Florida high school graduates for high academic achievement. For Initial Eligibility the student will need to submit a fully completed (error free) The application gives the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) permission to evaluate the student’s high school transcript and standardized test scores for eligibility for a Bright Futures Scholarship and other state scholarships and grants. Apply during his/her last year in high school, before graduation, or you will forfeit all future eligibility for a Bright Futures Scholarship.
Loans
The Federal Direct Loan Program offers several low interest loans to students. The lender is the U.S. Department of Education rather than a bank or other financial institution (which you may have if you previously borrowed under the Federal Family Educational Loan Program). Loan eligibility and amounts are based on completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and may be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Students must also complete the online Master Promissory Note and Entrance Interview.
Federal Direct Subsidized Loans
The amount you may borrow per year is based on your level of enrollment, financial need, and cost of attendance. “Subsidized” means the government pays the interest on your loan while you are in school and during your six month grace period after you leave school.
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans
Independent students may borrow between $6,000 – $7,000 based on their level of enrollment and cost of attendance. Dependent students may borrow up to $2,000 per academic year. “Unsubsidized” means you are responsible for paying the interest while in school and during your six month grace period after you leave school.
Federal Direct PLUS Loans
Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) is available to parents of dependent students that wish to borrow up to their child’s cost of education or for additional education expenses not covered by other forms of financial aid. A credit check is required as part of the loan approval.
For more information on Direct Loan interest rates, fees, and student rights and responsibilities; and to begin the Direct Loan Entrance Interview Process and to apply for a Federal Direct Student Loan, please visit their Web site.
Private Scholarships
Private Scholarships
Edward Waters University encourages students to pursue all sources of funding to pay for their college education before considering a student loan. Below are links to scholarship Web sites that offer an abundance of scholarship opportunities:
United Negro College Fund
Scholarships are awarded specifically to EWU students administered by the UNCF. Awards are based on student need, GPA, major, and completion of the application process. Award amounts vary from $500 – $5,000 per academic year.
FastWeb Scholarships
This is a free scholarship Web site that will search for available scholarships that you may qualify for, based on the scholarship profile you create on the Web site.
GMR Web Team Marketing Scholarship Program
GMR Web Team is a full service digital marketing agency in Orange County, CA that offers one-stop solutions for all internet marketing needs. Our company works with small and medium established businesses as well as small funded start-up companies. We provide every client with customized internet marketing strategies, website design, and on-going maintenance.
Scholarship Amount:
GMAR Web Team will be funding a $500 academic scholarship per semester.
Criteria:
- 0 minimum cumulative GPA
- Full-time enrollment (12 units or more)
Requirements:
Imagine that you’re the business owner of a luggage brand that is about to launch nationwide. You already have an e-Commerce website, but no digital marketing strategy. Write the marketing plan in a word document and describe what steps you would take to market this business and back it up with logical reasoning. The winning marketing plan will be featured on GMR Web Team’s blog.
Frequency:
This is a semester scholarship and will be awarded in the spring and fall semester. Students are welcome to apply for the scholarship throughout the year. Applicants will receive a confirmation email where they will be prompted to verify the scholarship entry.
Deadlines:
The deadlines are January 3rd and July 30th. Winners will be contacted via the school email provided. If you have any questions, please contact: scholarship@gmrwebteam.com. Upon application completion, you will receive an automated email response. Scholarship winners will be contacted via the student email provided.
Other Private Scholarship Awards
Private individuals and organizations support individual students meeting their own criteria that they select as recipients. Criteria and amounts vary. The African Methodist Episcopal Church provides several scholarship opportunities. The Urban League, International Longshoreman Association, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Greyhound, and L-D Industries are just some of our regular and much appreciated scholarship donors. for more information on these scholarships, visit the Office of Financial Aid.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
Title IV of the 1992 Higher Education Amendments requires that institutions establish a minimum standard of “Satisfactory Progress” for students. A minimum standard for “Satisfactory Academic Progress” (SAP) is defined as follows:
SAP is a measure of whether a student is progressing adequately toward completion of his or her course of study. It is determined in terms of grade point average and course completions. For a student to be eligible for Federal student aid they must meet the below qualitative and quantitative academic requirements.
Current law requires a student to maintain satisfactory academic progress in the course of study he or she is pursuing according to the standards and practices of the institution. EWC’s Financial Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy complies with all Federal requirements and is as strict or may be stricter than the college’s Academic Progress Policy.
Students that receive federal financial assistance at EWC must demonstrate both qualitative and quantitative satisfactory academic progress toward a degree. At the end of the spring semester of each academic year, the Financial Aid Office evaluates the qualitative and quantitative academic progress of each student receiving financial assistance. This evaluation determines a student’s eligibility to receive financial assistance in the next semester.
A course withdrawal, a course repetition, a course incomplete, and a noncredit course are counted in the total credits hours attempted; however, a remedial course for which no credit is awarded but that is successfully passed is not counted as credit hours completed/earned for financial assistance eligibility purposes. Credit hours forgiven under EWC’s Academic Policy for bankruptcy will not count as hours attempted if the student granted bankruptcy earns a 2.0 GPA by the end of the academic year in which the bankruptcy was granted. However, federal student aid program regulations make no provision for the concept of academic bankruptcy. For financial aid purposes,
EWC must always include courses applicable toward a student’s degree and academic progress.
Frequency of Monitoring and Evaluation
Edward Waters College will review a student’s progress at the end of each academic year. For this purpose, the Edward Waters College academic year is defined as the following:
Two traditional semesters of 15-16 weeks of course work occurring between August 1 and May 31. Term-based CLIMB programs are evaluated at the completion of the second term.
At the end of the Spring semester (end of academic year), the Financial Aid Office will determine whether or not a financial aid recipient is making Satisfactory Academic Progress toward their degree and is thus qualified to receive financial aid for the next semester. A student’s progress is measured both qualitatively and quantitatively.
Qualitative Progress
Qualitative progress is measured based on cumulative grade point average. Edward Waters College standards for maintaining qualitative progress are as follows:
Students who have attempted between 1 – 29 credit hours must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 1.75 or will be placed on financial aid suspension.
Students who have attempted 30 or more credit hours must have a cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher or they will be placed on financial aid suspension. Students with a GPA 2.0 and above are considered in good academic standing.
Quantitative Progress
Quantitative progress is measured in terms of attempted hours against earned hours. Financial aid recipients must successfully complete 67 percent or higher of their attempted cumulative hours to be in good standing. Students below 67 percent are placed on financial aid suspension and must appeal in order to continue to receive financial aid.
Students are allowed a maximum of 150 percent of their degree credit hour requirements to complete their degree. Students that do not obtain a degree prior to reaching 150 percent of attempted coursework will be placed on financial aid suspension. Students on suspension may appeal their status by completing the appeal procedures.
Transfer credits accepted toward the student’s degree requirements will be considered in the students’ quantitative measurement.
Satisfactory Academic Progress Notification
Financial aid recipients placed on SAP suspension will be notified in writing at the end of the academic year (Spring Semester) once all grades are posted. Students will receive a letter explaining the reason(s) for their suspension and will be provided instructions on the SAP appeal process.
SAP Appeal Process
Students who have been suspended and want to continue to receive financial aid must complete an appeal to the Office of Financial Aid for review. If the appeal is granted, the student will be placed on probation. During the probation term, the student must complete all coursework attempted with a 2.0 term GPA and complete 67% of the courses attempted for the term in order to continue to receive financial aid for subsequent terms. The following are some examples of acceptable reasons for an appeal:
- Death in the family that must be documented
- Student’s illness or accident with medical documentation
- Other unusual circumstances beyond the control of the student.
- Academic Plan provided by academic advisor
Student Loan Default Prevention Policy
The Federal Direct Loan Program offers several low interest loans to students. The lender is the U.S. Department of Education rather than a bank or other financial institution (which you may have if you previously borrowed under the Federal Family Educational Loan Program). Loan eligibility and amounts are based on completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and may be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Students must also complete the online Master Promissory Note and Entrance Interview.
Federal Direct Subsidized Loans
The amount you may borrow per year is based on your level of enrollment, financial need, and cost of attendance. “Subsidized” means the government pays the interest on your loan while you are in school and during your six month grace period after you leave school.
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans
Independent students may borrow between $6,000 – $7,000 based on their level of enrollment and cost of attendance. Dependent students may borrow up to $2,000 per academic year. “Unsubsidized” means you are responsible for paying the interest while in school and during your six month grace period after you leave school.
Federal Direct PLUS Loans
Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) is available to parents of dependent students that wish to borrow up to their child’s cost of education or for additional education expenses not covered by other forms of financial aid. A credit check is required as part of the loan approval.
For more information on Direct Loan interest rates, fees, and student rights and responsibilities; and to begin the Direct Loan Entrance Interview Process and to apply for a Federal Direct Student Loan, please visit their Web site.
Title IV Funds Policy
Return of Title IV Refund (R2T4)
Federal student aid recipients that officially or unofficially withdrawal or cease attending all of their classes prior to 60% of the enrollment period may be subject to repayment to all or a portion of the Federal Pell Grant, Federal SEOG, Student Loans, Parent Loans and/or other Federal aid received.
Official Withdrawal
Students, who go through the formal process of withdrawing from all courses and provides the documentation to the Registrar’s Office, are considered as official withdrawal. The date of withdrawal is the date the student began the process of withdrawing.
Unofficial Withdrawal
Students who stop attending all classes are considered unofficial withdrawals. If you receive a combination of F, W and/or I, the professor is asked to report your last date of attendance. The date of withdrawal is the date reported by the professor.
R2T4 Calculation
Title IV funds are earned based on the calendar days the student attended compared to the number of days in the term. After the 60 percent point in the payment period, a student is considered to have earned 100 percent of the Federal Student Aid funds they were eligible to receive for the payment period.
In compliance with federal regulations, the financial aid office will perform the calculation within 30 days of the student’s official withdrawal or within 30 days of the end of the term for unofficial withdrawals. The institution has developed a report that is run by the Office of Financial Aid that provides the names of the students who have withdrawn; or in the case of the unofficial withdrawal, students who did not earn any hours during the term. The Office of Financial Aid reviews the reports and if needed completes the R2T4 process using the Federal Department of Education software. Student are notified in writing of the return of funds, the amount of the return, and the program that the funds are being applied.
Return of Title IV Federal Financial Aid
Once the amount of earned and unearned federal student aid is calculated, the school satisfies its responsibility by repaying funds to the appropriate federal program as instructed by the R2T4 calculation. Adjustment are made on the COD system.
Post Withdrawal Disbursement
Students who withdraw prior to the funds being disbursed may be entitled to some of the federal funds. The R2T4 eligibility is calculated using the Federal Department of Education software. Based on regulations, the school will disburse Federal Pell Grant eligible funds onto the student’s account. If the student has eligibility for loan progams, a letter is mailed to the students informing them of the funds they are eligible to receive. The letter includes the time-frame that the student must notify the school should they want the loan funds. If the student wants the post-withdrawal disbursement, the fudns will be applied onto the student’s account to first settle any outstanding financial obligation to the school.
Non-Attendance
Students who never attended are considered “No Shows.” These students are considered ineligible for financial aid and 100 percent of the financial aid received must be repaid. If a student does not withdraw prior to the published drop date, they may owe 100 percent of their tuition and fee charges.
Students are encouraged to consult with financial aid counselors prior to withdrawing so that they are aware of the consequences for withdrawing. The effects on repayment of funds and also the effect it has on Satisfactory Academic Policy.
Who is a Transient Student?
- You are enrolled at a college or university other than Edward Waters University.
- You are in good standing with your current institution.
Requirements for Consideration
- Student only needs to submit transient form from home institution providing approval to take courses at EWU
- You must be in “good academic standing” and eligible to re-enroll with your home institution
- Your home institution must be regionally accredited
- College GPA: Applicants earning at least a 2.00 cumulative GPA in all college coursework are considered for regular admission.
Who is a re-admit student?
- A re-admit student is a student that has attended Edward Waters University before for any amount of time.
Application Requirements
- Completed admissions application
- Official College transcripts (If student has attended another institution since leaving EWU)
Review of Applications
- Readmission applications are reviewed and evaluated by several College units before decisions are rendered
- Official transcripts are required from any colleges or universities attended since last enrolled at Edward Waters
- Applicant files are reviewed for issues related to, but not limited to satisfactory academic progress
Academic standing
Long-Term Absence from EWU
If your study at EWU is interrupted for two semesters or more, you are required to fulfill the terms of the current catalog at the time of readmission. If your studies at EWU is interrupted for five years or longer, all earned credits are subject to review by the Office of Academic Affairs.
Who is a Non-Degree Seeking Student?
- Students wishing to take courses for personal growth and development and/or individual learning goals, but do not wish to enroll in a degree program.
- Non-degree students may enroll in a maximum of 12 credit hours.
- Non-degree students may enroll in courses in any academic division.
- Credits earned may be counted toward degree requirements should you later decide to pursue a degree.
- Financial aid is available on a limited basis.
High School Transcript
- Admission consideration is given to applicants with standard high school diplomas.
- Request an official copy of your final high school transcript. It must include your graduation date and diploma type.
- Transcripts are considered official when received directly from the issuing institution in a sealed envelope with the school’s seal and/or official signature.
Office Of Financial Aid Staff
Our financial aid team is ready to support you in securing funding for your education at Edward Waters University.
Vice President of
Enrollment Management & Strategic Matriculant Services
Office: (904) 470-8202
Email: k.dunklin@ew.edu
Director of Financial Aid
Office: (904) 470-8189
Email: oluwatoyin.lipede@ew.edu
Assistant Director of Financial Aid
Office: (904) 470-8204
Email: r.choudhury@ew.edu
Financial Aid Forms and Links
Let Us Help You
COMPLETING YOUR FAFSA
Students seeking federal financial aid are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Edward Waters University’s priority deadline is April 15th each year.
EWU SCHOOL CODE: 001478
Document Submission Notice
All documents submitted to the Office of Financial Aid can take up to 21 business days for processing.
To prevent a delay in processing your documents, please be sure to:
- Verify documents are filled completely, legible and signed.
- Check that documents that require a signature have been appropriately signed and dated.
- Verify that all documents contain the student’s name and EWU ID Number.
*Business days do not include the weekends, holidays, and all other unspecified days the university is closed.
Division of Financial Aid
finaid@ew.edu
(904) 470-8189
(601) 979-2237
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Cost of Attendence
Cost of Attendance (COA) is defined as expenses that are determined by the institution (tuition, fees, room and board). The estimated budget provided details of expenses that are flexible based on student choices (room/board, transportation costs, and personal expenses). The estimated budget provided does not represent the amount you would owe to the University . Individual expenses will vary based on student-specific majors, living arrangements, and personal spending decisions. A student’s financial aid package is based on the cost of attendance and can be increased if eligible and additional aid is available
The costs below reflect estimated expenses. These expenses include Tuition, Books, Campus Housing, Campus Meal Plan and an annual Student Activities Fee.
| Direct Costs | On-Campus | With Parents/Relative | Off-Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition (including books) | $16,124 | $16,124 | $16,124 |
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Residence Halls
Community Style
(Morris Cone A and B and Salter Hall)
Suite Style
(Richardson Hall)
Apartment Style
(Ted Baker Apartments and Blue Honors Village)
Average Housing Cost
|
$3,788
$3,940
$4,053
$3,927
|
N/A | N/A |
| Meals | $4,644 | N/A | N/A |
| Student Activity Fees | $242 | $242 | $242 |
| Total Direct Cost * | $24,937 | $16,366 | $16,366 |
| Indirect Costs | |||
| Room and Board | — | $4,644 | $9,818 |
| Transportation | $1,948 | $1,948 | $1,948 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous | $2,384 | $2,384 | $2,384 |
| Total Indirect Costs * | $29,629 | $25,342 | $30,516 |