SP 2710 Financial Aid Programs
| Section: 2000 Students |
| Sub Section: 2700 Financial Aid |
| Title: SP 2710 Financial Aid Programs |
Primary Policy:SP 2210 Admission Requirements
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| Associated Policies:
SP 2730 Student Scholarships; GAP 1200 Equal Opportunity |
| Associated Regulations:
SR 2750 Return of Title IV Information; SR 2760 Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress; SR 2740 Student Rights and Responsibilities; PR 4520 Payroll Deductions |
| References:
Higher Education Act of 1965; Federal Student Aid Handbook; Title IV Financial Aid; Federal Student Aid; Title 38 of the U.S. Code; Title 10 of the U.S. Code |
| Supersedes: NA |
| Responsible Administrator: Chief Student Services Officer |
Initial Approval:
02-15-2017
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Last Revision:
01-20-2021 |
The Three Rivers College Board of Trustees authorizes the College to participate in and maintain compliance with financial aid programs for eligible students. As approved by applicable governing agencies, Three Rivers College adheres to strict guidelines in keeping with all Federal and State governing agency programs, as well as public and private student aid programs.
The Three Rivers College Board of Trustees authorizes the College to participate in and maintain eligibility in Federal Financial Aid Programs through Title IV. Students are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form for those federal aid programs for which it is required by the governing agency. The College maintains accurate records, completes applicable filing with the federal agencies in a timely fashion, distributes required consumer information to appropriate individuals, and distributes funds to eligible students. Eligible students are monitored to ensure Financial Aid satisfactory academic progress (FASAP) is maintained for financial aid eligibility as defined in College Regulation SR 2760 Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress.
The Federal Work Study program is offered through Three Rivers College to provide enrolled students who are eligible, an opportunity to hold a part-time job when funds and positions are available. Work Study students are paid no less than the legal minimum wage. The Work Study Program is administered by the Office of Financial Aid.
The Board of Trustees authorizes the College to participate and maintain eligibility in all State of Missouri financial assistance programs as approved by applicable governing agencies. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form for those state financial aid programs for which it is required by the governing agency. The College shall maintain accurate records, complete appropriate filing with the State of Missouri agencies in a timely fashion and distribute funds to eligible students.
Three Rivers College shall certify enrolled veterans, survivors, and dependents under Title 38 of the U.S. Code as well as reservists under Title 10 of the U.S. Code. The Office of Financial Aid provides assistance to the following applicants in applying for benefits through the appropriate agencies:
- Veterans eligible for benefits under the G.I. Bill,
- Dependents or spouses of disabled or deceased veterans,
- Students who are members of the Selected Reserves,
- Veterans eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation and
- Veterans who qualify for the VA Work Study program.
The College administers third party scholarships. The FAFSA is required based on the chartering documents of the third-party scholarship.
The College offers institutional scholarships to eligible students. Students may be required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered. International Students are not required to complete the FASFA.
For additional information regarding Financial Aid Programs and student scholarships that are available to eligible Three Rivers College students contact the Office of Financial Aid.
DOCUMENT HISTORY:
| 02-15-2017: |
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Initial approval of policy SP 2710 Financial Aid Programs. |
| 08-23-2017: |
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Updated to include SR 2760 Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress.
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01-20-2021:
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Clarification regarding completing of the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) Form for students being considered for institutional scholarships.
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05-21-2025:
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Minor edits to clarify procedures described herein regarding College operations. |
SP 2730 Student Scholarships
| Section: 2000 Students |
| Sub Section: 2700 Financial Aid |
| Title: SP 2730
Student Scholarships |
Primary Policy: SP 2210 Admission Requirements
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| Associated Policies:
GAP 1200 Equal Opportunity |
| Associated Regulations: NA |
| References:
NJCAA Constitution Bylaws and Casebook, NIRA Rulebook |
| Supersedes:
12.1 Board Authorized Scholarships |
| Responsible Administrator: Chief Student Services Officer |
Initial Approval:
11-07-2012
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Last Revision:
09-21-2016 |
Scholarship Program
Three Rivers College shall administer a scholarship program whereby scholarships are awarded to qualified students. The College administration shall seek to fund this program through federal and state sources, institutional waiver, private donors, and the Three Rivers Endowment Trust to provide a comprehensive financial assistance program to new and returning students who wish to attend the College.
DOCUMENT HISTORY:
| 11-07-2012: |
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Initial approval of policy SP 2730 Student Scholarships. |
09-16-2015:
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Revision of position title Vice President for Student Success to Chief Student Services Officer.
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| 09-21-2016: |
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The College Board of Trustees approved the name change of the college from Three Rivers Community College to Three Rivers College.
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