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Complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA

Will you be enrolled next academic year?  If so, the priority deadline to submit your 2023-2024 FAFSA is February 1, 2023!  All you need are your 2021 taxes.  This process is quick and easy when you use the IRS’ Data Retrieval Tool to import your tax information.  Submit today and meet the priority deadline!

Remember: Submitting by the priority deadline ensures you will be considered for the maximum amount of available funds as some funds are limited (e.g., SEOG for undergraduate students).  While submitting your FAFSA by the priority deadline does not guarantee you will receive such limited funds, it will ensure your aid application is considered when these funds are allocated.  You will also be prompted sooner in the aid process to submit additional documents, if needed, which will allow you to act so that your aid package can be finalized. 

Learn how here.

Information for Graduates

… and Transcript Seekers

Kudos to all December 2022 graduates on a job well done!  The information below highlights some topics of interest to new graduates and continuing students alike.  Congrats, graduates!  We wish you nothing but success!

• Ordering Transcripts with Posted Grades and/or Degrees

  

  You can pre-order transcripts but select an option to “Hold for …” if you don’t want them sent until your grades and/or degrees are posted.  Click here.

• Degree Conferral Timeline

  

  Learn about the process that takes place after Commencement occurs and grades are released to confirm graduation.  Click here.

• Check Status of Degree Conferral

  

  The conferral date will be visible in CaneLink once the graduate’s degree is conferred by the college/school.  Click here.

• Diploma Timeframe After Degree Conferral

  

  Access the online search portal and understand the timeframe for graduates to receive diplomas after degree conferral.  Click here.

Other Timely Topics

• Spring 2023 Bills

  

  Review payment methods and act now as the Spring 2023 bill is due on Thursday, January 12^th.  Click here.

• Optional Fees and Health Insurance

  

  Timely action is required on behalf of students (e.g., 1/10/23 deadline for Spring 2023 admits to waive the University’s health insurance plan) to opt-in/out of any fees that may be optional for their academic career.  Click here.

• Financial Aid Disbursement and Refunds

  

  Check out the Disbursement Timeline as aid will begin to disburse after the holidays as long as awards are accepted and documents are completed.  Click here.

• Spring 2023 Preparation Guide

  

  This guide is designed to provide you with the information you need to seamlessly transition into the Spring semester, including information on billing timelines, cost of attendance, Title IV permissions, etc.  Click here.

• Money Management Program

  

  Check out the Spring 2023 “Money Talks” schedule and follow UMoneyInsider on Instagram for ongoing personal finance success tips.  Click here.

Be “Around the Corner”

… Review these Important Dates

A wise person once said you should live in the moment, but to live in the moment you must be down the street and around the corner.  Our aim is for students to focus on their academic endeavors, which can be accomplished by anticipating important events and proactively completing administrative responsibilities.  Review the important dates below and be Around the Corner! 

Fall 2022

• 12/22/22 = Final Grades Available to Students in CaneLink

 Spring 2023

• 01/02/23 = ’Cane Card Photo Submission Deadline for NEW Spring Students
• 01/10/23 = Health Insurance Waiver Deadline for NEW Spring Students
• 01/12/23 = Bill Due (Payment arrangements should be finalized)
• 01/12/22 = 1^st Installment of Monthly Payment Plan (4 month)
• 01/17/22 = Classes Begin
• 01/25/22 = Last Day to Add
• 02/01/23 = 2023-2024 FAFSA Priority Deadline
• 02/01/23 = Last Day to Drop Without a “W”
• 02/01/23 = Deadline to apply for Inactive Status or Non-UM
• 02/01/23 = Last Day to Make a Change in Credit-Only Designation

FIT Program

Apply for Spring 2023 Inaugural Cohort

In collaboration with the Money Management Program and the Toppel Career Center, ’Canes Central has developed the new Financial Independence Track (FIT) to provide students with the resources and knowledge to help them work toward financial independence in college, in their careers, and in the future.  Learn more about the FIT program and join our 1^st FIT cohort in Spring 2023.

Holiday Hours

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Review our holiday hours and access our Get Help With … online knowledge articles 24/7 as you may just find the answers you need.  We look forward to seeing you in the new year!