Undergraduate Programs Administrative Services
and Policies
Financial Aid
The University of New England Financial Aid
Office is committed to assisting students and families in finding
the financial means necessary to achieving their educational goals.
At UNE, more than 85 percent of our students receive some form of
financial assistance. We believe that the financing of a college education
should be a partnership between the student, the student's family,
and the University. We encourage you to visit our website,
where you may obtain additional information about our financial aid
programs. Our office is located on the University Campus (UC) in 121
Decary Hall. Office hours are 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekdays. Financial
aid advising services are available by appointment by calling (207)
283-0170 x2342. We also offer financial aid advising services by appointment
on the Westbrook College Campus (WCC) at the Student Registration
and Financial Services Center in Hersey Hall. Call (207) 797-7261
x4200 to schedule an appointment.
Financial Aid Programs
University of New England Scholarship and
University of New England Departmental Award
These programs are awarded by the Admissions Office and are based
on an incoming student's demonstrated academic performance. In addition
to the UNE Scholarship, students in certain majors may qualify for
the UNE Departmental Award. Awards are renewable for up to four years
of full time, continuous undergraduate study, based on the student's
continued academic performance. The student is not required to demonstrate
financial need to qualify for these programs.
University of New England Access Grant
This is a supplemental grant program based on the student's financial
need. Students must be full time undergraduates.
CIC Tuition Exchange Program
The CIC Tuition Exchange Program is a benefit provided to the dependents
of staff and faculty of participating CIC Colleges and Universities,
who wish to be admitted to an undergraduate program at UNE. Students
accepted by UNE for admission into the CIC program will receive a
full tuition waiver for up to 4 years of undergraduate study, with
the following conditions:
| |
|
Each year the student must complete
a renewal CIC application from their parents' home institution. |
| |
|
Each year the student and parent
must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
and submit all required application materials to the Financial
Aid Office. |
| |
|
Upon acceptance into the CIC
Tuition Exchange Program, the student will be ineligible for
any institutionally-funded grants and scholarships. |
Parents who wish to apply for this benefit
should contact their institution's Human Resource Office or CIC Liaison
for additional information.
Federal Pell Grant
Awarded to undergraduate students who do not have a baccalaureate
degree and who demonstrate exceptional financial need. There is limited
eligibility for students enrolled less than full time.
Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
Awarded to undergraduate students who do not have a baccalaureate
degree and who demonstrate exceptional financial need. First priority
is given to full-time recipients of the Federal Pell Grant.
State Grant Programs
Several states fund grant programs for undergraduate students who
do not have a baccalaureate degree and who demonstrate exceptional
financial need. In the past students from all of the New England states,
as well as Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Michigan have received
funds. Students who are selected to receive these awards will receive
a notification from their state education agency.
Federal Work Study
This need-based program allows students to work part time while attending
classes.
Federal Perkins Loan
This low-interest loan program is available to students demonstrating
a certain level of financial need. The interest rate is fixed at 5%,
and interest does not begin to accrue until repayment begins nine
months after the student leaves the University or drops below half-time
enrollment.
Nursing Student Loan
This low-interest loan program is available to nursing students demonstrating
a certain level of financial need. The interest rate is fixed at 5%,
and interest does not begin to accrue until repayment begins nine
months after the student leaves the University or drops below half-time
enrollment.
Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan
This variable-interest rate loan program is available to students
demonstrating financial need. Interest does not begin to accrue until
repayment begins six months after the student leaves the University
or drops below half-time enrollment.
Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan
This variable-interest rate loan program is available to students
who do not demonstrate financial need. Interest begins to accrue once
the loan has been disbursed. Repayment begins six months after the
student leaves the University or drops below half-time enrollment.
Federal PLUS Loan
This variable-interest rate loan is available to parents of dependent
undergraduate students. The parent may borrow an amount up to the
student's cost of attendance, minus any other financial aid the student
is receiving. Repayment of the loan begins once the loan is fully
disbursed.
Links
Notice and Responsibilities Regarding
this Catalog
The University of New England reserves the
right in its sole judgment to make changes of any nature in its programs,
calendar, or academic schedule whenever it is deemed necessary or
desirable, including changes in course content, the rescheduling of
classes with or without extending the academic term, canceling of
scheduled classes or other academic activities, in any such case giving
such notice thereof as is reasonably practicable under the circumstances.
While each student may work closely with an academic advisor, he or
she must retain individual responsibility for meeting requirements
in this catalog and for being aware of any changes in provisions or
requirements.
Back to Top
|