Student Rights and Responsibilities

As a student, you have the right to:

  • Be informed of what financial aid programs are available and how to apply for them;
  • Be informed of the procedures and deadlines for submitting application(s) for financial aid;
  • Be informed of the Cost of Attendance and how financial need is determined;
  • Be informed of the type and amount of assistance you will receive, and how and when you will be paid;
  • Have all application information treated with the highest level of confidentiality;
  • Know the conditions of any loan you accept;
  • Understand how the Standard of Academic Progress is determined;
  • Be informed of requirements in the case of withdrawal, refunds, and repayment of financial aid;
  • View the contents of your financial aid file, in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and request an appeal if you believe a mistake has been made;
  • Request a review of your financial aid package if family and/or financial circumstances have changed;
  • Be informed of campus security and crime statistics.  This is available through the University Security Office.

All students who receive any form of financial aid must schedule an appointment to meet with a financial aid counselor within sixty days of the beginning of each fall semester as a condition of remaining eligible to receive financial aid. 
All students who receive any form of financial aid must meet with a financial aid counselor during their final year as a requirement for graduation.
As a student, you have the additional responsibility to:

  • Establish plans to meet your educational and living expenses;
  • Submit all documentation and forms requested by  the Office of Financial Aid or your lender in a timely and accurate manner;
  • Read, understand, and retain copies of all information and/or forms that are sent to you and all other documents you sign;
  • Comply with the provisions of any aid received, as well as any promissory note(s) and all other agreements you sign;
  • Notify RVU of all resources (especially outside resources) you receive that are not listed on your award letter;
  • Keep RVU informed of any change of address, name or marital status while you are a student, and until all loans have been repaid in full;
  • Use aid only for educational expenses related to attending the University;
  • Comply with deadlines for the payment of tuition;
  • Register and attend classes for the number of hours required for your aid disbursement;
  • Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress;
  • Provide written permission before personal information can be released to outside parties.
  • IMPORTANT:  Students must reapply for student financial aid every year.