Rights
You have the following rights:
- You have the right to be notified when money is credited to your account.
- You have the right to privacy.
- You have the right to know what financial aid programs are available at UMES.
- You have the right to a complete explanation of the award process.
- You have the right to know the Financial Aid Office’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy.
- You have the right to know the UMES Refund Policy.
- You have the right to cancel a student loan within 10 days from the time the funds were posted to your account.
Responsibilities
You are responsible for the following:
- Reading and understanding all forms and agreements that you sign.
- Following all directions carefully.
- Submitting honest and accurate information regarding your financial circumstances.
- Submitting required documentation in a timely fashion.
- Signing a promissory and a statement of rights and responsibilities.
- Informing the Financial Aid Office of additional sources of financial aid received.
- Resubmitting your FAFSA or renewal application for aid each year.
- A First Time UMES Student Loan borrower must attend an entrance counseling session.
- A graduating or exiting student loan borrower must attend an exit counseling session.
