alfred
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7:00
- 9:00 pm est, january 18, 2001
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Admissions and Financial Aid I - Admissions and Financial Aid II - Financial Aid I - Financial Aid II
Admissions
and Financial Aid I
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 6:55:08 PM)
hi
eh_lina (ID=68)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:55:22 PM)
hello
eh_lina (ID=68)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:55:38 PM)
so how is this going to work
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 6:55:57 PM)
very good. Are you all high school seniors
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:55:59 PM)
This will be interesting for me as I've never been in a chat room before
eh_lina (ID=68)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:56:08 PM)
i'm a junior
iggy1105 (ID=71)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:56:10 PM)
I am
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 6:56:11 PM)
this is new for me as well
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:56:22 PM)
yes, senior
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:56:47 PM)
I am a parent of a senior
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:57:19 PM)
where do we go from here?
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 6:57:45 PM)
do you have any questions for financial aid or admissions
eh_lina (ID=68)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:57:59 PM)
i do
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 6:58:05 PM)
okay, please ask
iggy1105 (ID=71)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:58:33 PM)
when is the deadline for admissions and what is the best format to send for
a portfolio
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 6:58:50 PM)
(This user has entered 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 209.34.91.23 )
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:59:35 PM)
who signs off on loans if necessary ? Is it the parents or the student themselves?
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 6:59:53 PM)
The Admissions Deadline is February 1 (postmark), for applications and portfolios.
This is also our preferred date for supporting materials, though we realize
that it may take the school a few extra days to get materials to us.
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:00:52 PM)
Manhattan, for the student loan the student is the only person who needs to
sign. The loan is taken out in the students name. If you take out a parent loan,
the loan will be in the parents name and the parent will have to pay it back.
eh_lina (ID=68)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:01:11 PM)
ok well my father gets paid very well but he won't be helping me with college
but he puts me in with his taxes so it's going to be very expensive for me is
there anyway i can avoid this
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:01:16 PM)
When sending portfolios we recommend that the slides be packed in a slide box,
rather than a slide sheet. Although we haven't had problems, the potential for
damage is less in a box.
iggy1105 (ID=71)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:01:17 PM)
now this is for a completed application or can you be missing a few sections
but still be able to finish in time?
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:01:57 PM)
We are in danger of being late with the portfolio. What happens then?
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:02:41 PM)
Everyone should file the FAFSA form for financial aid, and the Alfred University
financial aid applications which will be sent toyou shortly after you apply
for admissions. We would then be able to give you an estimate of what you might
be eligible for
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:03:15 PM)
We request that the application be postmarked by Feb. 1, we will accept supporting
materials after that date.
iggy1105 (ID=71)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:04:46 PM)
i havent been able to finish my essays ,but i can send in it in after Feb 1
? also is there a deadline for supporting information?
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:04:53 PM)
my child has already done the application. So if the porfolio is a little late,
say Feb.15 is that ok?
evans (ID=73)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:05:14 PM)
(This user has entered 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 172.144.0.209 )
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:05:17 PM)
manhattan, was that the answer you were looking for
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:05:21 PM)
I would encourage you to work to get the portfolio in on time. The school of
art and design is a very competative program and it is to the student's advantage
to meet the deadline. If an extension is absolutely necessary than you can call
our admissions office (1-800-541-9229) and request an extention. These are usually
granted for special circumstances and are generally only for a few days.
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:05:29 PM)
hi evans
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:05:33 PM)
(This user has entered 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 24.95.171.94 )
evans (ID=73)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:06:09 PM)
Hi! I'm interested in getting some information about your programs with classified
kids.
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:06:18 PM)
hi ann
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:06:28 PM)
hello
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:07:20 PM)
(This user has entered 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 216.238.140.40 )
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:07:55 PM)
(This user has entered 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 149.84.162.76 )
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:08:00 PM)
iggy1105: You still have some time to work on that essay, so perhaps you can
work to get it in on time. We will accept it a few days late, but we try to
read applications in the order in which they complete and it may take us longer
to get a decision out to you if you send things in late.
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:08:44 PM)
(This user has moved to 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 149.84.162.76 )
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:09:06 PM)
I am a currently unemployed single parent. When and how do I tell the school?
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:09:13 PM)
Is it possible to tell me how many people have been admitted to the School of
Art and Design Early Admission?
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:09:24 PM)
Do you have to fill out Fafsa to be considered for an acedemic scholarship?
iggy1105 (ID=71)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:09:49 PM)
ok i understand. as far as transcripts are concerned i know m school is extremely
slow with sending these out . i also am applyig online how would my counselour
go about getting this information to you?
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:11:00 PM)
Do you give sports scholarships?
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:11:07 PM)
manhattan you need to fill out the fafsa, and report your 2000 income. If you
lost your job this year there is a section on the alfred university aid application
that asks you to describe any special circumstances. We do review all documentation
that is submitted
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:11:10 PM)
hi ann,
evans (ID=73)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:11:28 PM)
When you are a student that had IEP in high school and one area of your disability
was in test taking, how much attention do you focus on SAT and ACT scores?
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:12:01 PM)
you do not need to file the forms to be reviewed for scholarships, but we reccommend
that all freshman file the forms, and no we do not have sports scholarships
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:12:38 PM)
Thanks,fafsa was done already.
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:13:23 PM)
great. Once you apply to the university we will send you our university application
for financial aid
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:14:14 PM)
Do you ever accept transfer student into the School of Art and Design the sophomore
year?
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:15:33 PM)
(This user has moved to 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.95.171.94 )
iggy1105 (ID=71)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:15:46 PM)
(This user has moved to DigiChat Foyer) (IP = 172.153.199.123 )
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:16:00 PM)
(This user has entered 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 24.95.171.94 )
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:16:33 PM)
(This user has moved to 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.164.132.222 )
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:17:58 PM)
(This user has entered 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 209.34.91.23 )
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:18:00 PM)
(This user has moved to 4. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 24.95.171.94 )
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:19:40 PM)
(This user has moved to 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 209.34.91.23 )
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:19:59 PM)
(This user has moved to 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 216.238.140.40 )
iggy1105 (ID=82)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:29 PM)
(This user has entered 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 172.153.199.123 )
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:20:44 PM)
hi iggy1105
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:21:01 PM)
Are there questions out there that I can help answer from an Admissions perspective,
or that JL can answer from a Financial Aid perspective?
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:21:20 PM)
stacy did you see the ? from evans
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:22:37 PM)
Yes, I am answering evans' questions privately, so that we can address the specifics
of their situation
iggy1105 (ID=82)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:23:24 PM)
hello one last question i hope if i submit my application online but leave out
an area because i want to send it via snail mail will i have tpo pay an application
fee? what i mean is if i send my app online tontght i can send the rest a little
later but not be required to pay?
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:23:31 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:23:54 PM)
hi soccer mom do you have any questions for financial aid or admissions
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:26:19 PM)
Sorry, soccermom, I'm working to keep up, thanks for your patience! We do accept
transfer students into the school of art and design
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:27:45 PM)
Iggy: you can send supplemental materials and will not be charged an application
fee if you have submitted in your application on-line
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:28:26 PM)
Soccermom: were you able to catch my answer that we do accept transfer students
into the school of art and design?
iggy1105 (ID=82)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:28:43 PM)
thank you
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:29:45 PM)
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soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:29:45 PM)
Thanks Stacy @Alfred....... about the transfer question........I still have
another question our there....can you tell me how many students have already
been accepted Early Decision into the School of Art and Design?
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:29:54 PM)
iggy: you are welcome!
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:30:00 PM)
m'ten
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:30:03 PM)
hi
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:30:11 PM)
iggy1105
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:30:15 PM)
Hi
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:30:34 PM)
did you know that you can file the federal financial aid forms on line as well
the FAFSA
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:30:59 PM)
No
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:31:26 PM)
WHat if my mother doesnt have her new income taz forms as of yet
iggy1105 (ID=82)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:31:28 PM)
no i didnt
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:32:13 PM)
Soccermom: about 75% of the early decision applicants to the school of art and
design were accepted, we anticipate that about 50% of the regular decision applicant
pool to that school will be accepted. I'm sorry that I can't share hard numbers
at this time
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:32:34 PM)
on the front of the FAFSA form that you can get from your high school has the
address for the internet on the front of the form. You would need to print the
signature page and send it in, but you can complete it on line
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:32:41 PM)
(This user has entered 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 209.34.91.23 )
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:32:57 PM)
Can I fill the FAFSA with the older ones?? Are there any loopholes to not having
the incometax forms yet?
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:34:21 PM)
iggy1105 or anyone, of you or your parents have not filed the 2000 income tax
forms you can either estimate on the fafsa form, or A.U.'s recommended deadline
for filing the fafsa and the alfred univeristy financial aid forms is march
15 .
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:35:18 PM)
My son's 2nd semester grades, plus total GPA and class rank will be out Feb.
2....should we fax them to you immediately or does that have to come directly
from the Guidance Office?
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:36:11 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:36:34 PM)
you can use the older income tax returns, but if your parents information changes
from year to year it is up to you. If you round figures, round in the 100 of
dollars, not 1,000 of dollars. If you estimate, the further your estimates are
off the further your first inital aid package could be off, but we verify all
information so we would request yours and your parents tax returns and other
information later on.
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:36:46 PM)
Soccermom - Stacey will be with you in a second.
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:37:03 PM)
hi bustr
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:37:14 PM)
Thanks
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:37:24 PM)
Hello
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:37:35 PM)
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Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:37:44 PM)
Soccermom: we do request that the guidance office send them, but a faxed copy
would be appreciated for the sake of efficiency. The fax # is 607-871-2198.
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:37:52 PM)
do you have any questions regarding financial aid or admissions
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:38:18 PM)
Probably basic info regarding admissions at first
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:39:07 PM)
How about deadlines, etc. for the near future
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:39:12 PM)
Do your coaches ever have a voice in the admissions process?
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:39:46 PM)
Okay, Bustr, what kind of basic questions do you have? Our middle 50% of students
generally have a solid B to B+ average and a 1050-1250 on their SAT's
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:40:14 PM)
Our admissions application deadline is February 1, 2001
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:40:54 PM)
I'll be here but I'm writing some things down
ryan (ID=79)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:41:01 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:41:07 PM)
hi ryan
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:41:42 PM)
Stacy@Alfred....you just told Bustr that middle 50% of student s generally have
a solid B - B+ average....our school gives our numeric
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:42:09 PM)
Coaches have the opportunity to share their impressions of who might serve as
contributing members of our teams, though the admissions decision is based on
the academic review, recommendations, essay and extracurricular activities.
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:42:25 PM)
grades...how do you equate the 2?
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:42:33 PM)
ryan do you have any questions regarding financial aid or admissions
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:44:19 PM)
Well, our counselors work on a regional basis and we tend to be pretty familiar
with the individual schools that we work with. If you wanted a numeric equivilant
it would generally be 84-89, but may be different in relation to your child's
individual school.
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:45:14 PM)
For soccer players that are below the 50% described above, but have great leadership
skills and extensive extra-c activities, if accepted, is there assistance (tutors)
at school to help
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:45:38 PM)
And none of this is a hard and fast formula. 25% fall below and 25% of students
land above the ranges that I shared. We spend a lot of time with each applicaiton.
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:46:18 PM)
Tutors are available for all students, not just athletes.
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:46:52 PM)
Is access to tutors easy to obtian?
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:47:54 PM)
Yes, tutoring options are easily accessible, and our faculty are also available
to provide extra help
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:48:18 PM)
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Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:48:21 PM)
Soccermom: I need clarification on your last question
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:49:08 PM)
hi dp
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:49:29 PM)
hi
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:49:31 PM)
do you have any questions for financial aid or admissions
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:49:53 PM)
In my experience and as per another son now in college, faculty are generally
available for meetings, and maybe some guidance, but usually extra help falls
on graduate students. Are there really enough to go around when the semester
gets busy
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:50:11 PM)
many of my quest ans in room 4, we'll just watch other quest for now see if
we missed anything
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 7:50:26 PM)
okay.
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:50:42 PM)
Stacy@Alfred...I think my last question was the one I chopped in two...but it
was about equating a numeric grade with B to B+ average and I think that question
was answered.
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:52:07 PM)
Graduate students do not play a significant role in the tutoring opportunities
on our campus. We maintain a 12:1 student to faculty ratio, so as to ensure
that our students can get help from their instructors. We also hire students
in the upper-level divisions of majors to tutor.
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:52:29 PM)
I would also like to know if you have a projected total cost (tuition, room,
board, etc.) for the School of Art and Design for 2001-2002?
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:52:34 PM)
Soccermom: Thanks for explaining that to me!
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:53:32 PM)
I've never heard our students complaining of problem in securing a tutor or
other extra help when thy needed it.
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:53:47 PM)
Good to hear. Nothing like the smaller school to add the personal touch.
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:54:30 PM)
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dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:55:17 PM)
can a student apply for both the southern tier scholarship and the jonathan
allen award for leadership if they meet the criteria for both
Risque_Vie (ID=91)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:55:24 PM)
(This user has entered 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 209.94.221.61 )
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:57:06 PM)
also if a student is in AU getting a double major in psychology and studio art
would
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:57:30 PM)
Final costs for next year will not be set until late February, however I'd be
happy to share this year's costs. For an in-state student entering A&D or
Ceramic Engineering the total costs add up to $16,656. For out of state students
it is $20,016. For students interested in the private colleges (Liberal Arts,
Business, and Engineering and Professional Studies) it is $26,282 for an incoming
freshman.
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:57:31 PM)
she be eligible for the art portfolio scholarship or is this limited to art
& design students
Risque_Vie (ID=91)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:57:39 PM)
Hello I 'm Laura and I would like to know about financial aid available to international
students
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 7:59:18 PM)
There are no special applications to be considered for our scholarships (we
automatically consider all applicants for awards). We can only grant one scholarship
per student and we always ellect the one with the highest dollar amount.
Risque Vie (ID=94)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:00:35 PM)
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Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:00:56 PM)
dp: If the student applies to the school of art and design then she can be considered
for the portfolio scholarship
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:01:33 PM)
for international students we have alternative loans which are through outside
banks,
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:01:42 PM)
(This user has entered 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 209.34.91.23 )
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:01:46 PM)
Risque Vie: We do have a limited number of international student scholarships
each year. These are awarded by Alfred University in support of a diverse international
student community, non-U.S. citizens considering full-time enrollment at Alfred
University under a student visa are evaluated for this scholarship program.
The value of the scholarship varies, depending on the applicant's academic credentials
and individual circumstances. For Business, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Engineering
and Professional Studies programs, awards range from $8,000 to $13,000. For
Ceramic Engineering and Art programs, awards range from $2,500 to $5,500. International
Scholarships are renewable for up to eight semesters provided the recipient
is enrolled full-time and maintains a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. Scholarship
awards are determined by the Alfred University Admissions Scholarship Committee,
and all applicants are automatically considered for the award.
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:02:26 PM)
soccer mom, is the info. I gave you of any help
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:03:17 PM)
(This user has moved to 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 12.23.46.169 )
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:03:25 PM)
dp: If she applies for the college of Liberal Art and Sciences and persues her
art through our liberal arts fine arts program (and therefor would not be sending
in a portfolio) she would not be considered for this award
Risque Vie (ID=94)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:03:50 PM)
Thanks Stacey...What financial aid forms would I have to fill out??
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:04:47 PM)
you need to file the FAFSA and the A.U. financial aid forms
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:05:10 PM)
Risque Vie: you would actually just need to submit our international student
application materials.
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:05:27 PM)
opps thanks stacy
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:05:48 PM)
risque Vie stacy is correct sorry about that
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:06:03 PM)
Dear Stacy@Alfred and jl-aid counselor...I'm a bit confused...Stacy quoted my
a total of in-state for Art and Design of $16,665 and jl quoted me a total of
$18,999 (excluding personal and travel)...which is more accurate?
Risque Vie (ID=94)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:07:21 PM)
Okay..Do you give any full scholarships?? And do you have a Caribbean body at
your school??
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:07:23 PM)
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Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:07:34 PM)
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Chris (ID=96)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:09:09 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:09:58 PM)
soccer mom, the figure I gave you includes books, transp. and personal expenses.
the figure stacy gave you does not include those fees
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:10:41 PM)
those fees would not appear on a student bill (the travel, personal and books)
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:11:25 PM)
hi chris do you have any questions for financial aid or admissions
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:11:47 PM)
Risque Vie: Unfortunately we do not have the resources to provide full scholarships
for international students. The scholarships outlined above are our limits.
We do have some representation from the Carribean on campus.
Chris (ID=96)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:13:17 PM)
Stacey
Risque Vie (ID=94)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:13:32 PM)
That is indeed unfortunate...Does AU have a field hockey team?
Chris (ID=96)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:13:43 PM)
What is the average application turn around time?
Mrs. Jones (ID=95)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:14:44 PM)
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soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:14:59 PM)
Stacy and jl.......I must be dense but the two figures still are about $1600.
apart.for just tuition, room, board and fees....are these two figures this years
and projected next years??
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:15:09 PM)
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dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:15:24 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:15:29 PM)
Beware of Mrs. Jones
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:15:35 PM)
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Mrs. Jones (ID=95)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:16:27 PM)
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Chris (ID=96)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:17:09 PM)
How long after the FAFSA is filed would we expect to get a finanical aid projection
from Alfred?
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:17:09 PM)
yes thank you it found me in the other room
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:18:17 PM)
Does the federal metholology figure in the students contribution when calculating
the expected family contribution or does the students contribution come in later?
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:19:14 PM)
soccer mom the figures that I have are the most recent info. Once the figures
have been decided by the boardof trustees I would be more than happy to send
you the charges
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:19:53 PM)
Yes the students contibution is calculated into the fedearl methodology right
up front
Risque Vie (ID=94)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:20:04 PM)
Before I go i just wanna say soccermom has some excellent questions and this
chat was quite informative...THANKS!!
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:20:53 PM)
Soccermom: believe JL, I'm working from copy in our catalog, she has the latest
figures...I promise that we are not trying to confuse you.
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:21:14 PM)
Thanks Risque Vie!
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:21:45 PM)
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dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:23:19 PM)
thanks very much for all the info
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:24:21 PM)
What other questions are floating out there?
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:25:37 PM)
After the federal methodology had determined our expected family contribution,
is there any way to dispute this figure or is it hard and fast based on the
figures we sent in?
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:28:05 PM)
it is based on the figures you enter on the fafsa, but we will verify the information
you entered to make sure everything is okay on the forms. The federal gov. calculates
the EFC
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:29:45 PM)
So once the EFC is determined, Alfred tries to bridge the gap between EFC and
total cost of Alfred with scholarships, grants, loans, work-study etc......is
that how it works???
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:30:04 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:30:06 PM)
YEs!!!!!!
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:30:29 PM)
Soccer mom that is correct, we do our best.
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:31:21 PM)
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soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:32:20 PM)
If the EFC is still more than we had anticipated, than it is up to us to investigate
different loans, besides the ones that Alfred suggests for us.....am I on the
right track????
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:34:11 PM)
The other types of loans that we have avalaible are alternative loans-taken
out in the students name. but they need a cosigner, parent loans-taken out in
the parents name and paid back by the parent while the student is in college,
and the university also has a payment plan. If you are interested in the alternative
or parent plus loans you would just call our office for the applications and
how much you are eligible for.
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:35:11 PM)
We have that information in our office and we have a preffered lending list
which is banks we have worked with
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:35:17 PM)
Financial Aid and Admissions can both be reached at 1-800-541-9229
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:35:28 PM)
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Chris (ID=96)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:35:31 PM)
Does Alfred have a multi-month payment plan with a standard fee or is it individually
determined?
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:35:36 PM)
hi ec
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:35:52 PM)
We are open 8:30-4:30 weekdays and admissions is also open most Saturday mornings
during the school year.
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:36:02 PM)
Thanks jl....this is becoming more real and scarier than Space Mountain at Disney....but
of course we're novices...this being our first college bound child
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:36:27 PM)
Chris, the university has a couple of payment plan options and depending on
which one you chose the fees are different. The University does not accept charge
cards
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:36:42 PM)
Soccer mom, what can I help you with
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:37:30 PM)
Thanks jl....I'm just thinking now......but this has been a fantastic experience
and SOOOOOO helpful!
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:37:36 PM)
Soccer mom you are asking all of the right ?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:37:36 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:37:49 PM)
Did you want me to send you any information
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:37:52 PM)
Soccermom: don't panic...we have a very counseling based campus and we will
do whatever we can to help you through this transition.
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:38:33 PM)
chris did I answer your question
Chris (ID=96)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:04 PM)
Yes, thank you...considering cash flow of monthly payment options vs. lump sums.
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:39:17 PM)
What other questions do folks have?
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:39:43 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:39:58 PM)
We have other loans that you or your parents can take out beyond what aid is
offered if you are eligible, just another idea.
Chris (ID=96)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:40:33 PM)
What is the average admission application cycle time? and time from filing FAFSA
to receiving financial aid packages from Alfred?
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:40:50 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:41:08 PM)
You should file the FAFSA and the Alfred University aid application for financial
aid no later than March 15
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:41:15 PM)
Hi Roxanne
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:41:23 PM)
Hi jl
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:41:38 PM)
Chris: We try to be as efficient as we can be in the admissions office. We mail
decisions as we make them and most students will hear by mid-March
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:41:44 PM)
do you have any questions for admissions or financial aid
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:41:52 PM)
(Certainly many will hear in advance of that date)
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:41:57 PM)
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Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:42:33 PM)
Hi Roxanne! Are there questions that we can help answer?
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:42:34 PM)
I think you answered this already, but when does Alfred mail me the AU aid application
forms?
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:43:00 PM)
Once you apply for admissions the forms will be sent to you.
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:43:16 PM)
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Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:43:31 PM)
Hi Mom! What's for dinner? ;-)
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:43:44 PM)
(sorry couldn't resist!)
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:43:53 PM)
Not much, while I'm sitting here instead of cooking!
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:44:39 PM)
What kinds of questions can we help answer for you?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:44:44 PM)
I don't really have any more questions, I'm just seeing what I can gleanfrom
other people's questions
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:45:00 PM)
But you're making me hungry!
Chris (ID=96)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:45:13 PM)
How do athletics factor into for example Leadership Scholarships?
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:45:22 PM)
That's a good plan. JL is here from the Financial Aid Office and I'm here from
Admissions.
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:45:33 PM)
soccer mom have you files the fafsa yet
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:46:18 PM)
mom, do you have any questions about fin aid or admissions
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:47:22 PM)
yes, but I made a slight mis-calculation in the income figures, so they will
have to be modified when fafsa sends back the form....does this make for a big
hold-up for the forms to be sent to AU?
Admissions and Financial Aid II
Renee
@ AU (ID=67) (Jan 18, 2001 6:55:15 PM)
hi!
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 6:55:38 PM)
Hi Renee, oops! I'l move to the other admis. room :-)
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:55:43 PM)
which finaid person am i supposed to be with?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:59:19 PM)
hello!
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 6:59:51 PM)
Hello
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:59:59 PM)
it's just us in here!
Lisa (ID=75)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:00:04 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:00:11 PM)
hello lisa!
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:00:15 PM)
hello rick
Lisa (ID=75)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:00:21 PM)
Hi Renee
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:00:33 PM)
do you have any questions we can answer for you?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:00:52 PM)
Hello Lisa and Rick, I am Diane a financial aid couselor at Alfred.
Lisa (ID=75)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:01:36 PM)
I have a question about fafsa. I completed an online application for less than
parttime, went through the whole procedure only to find out than if you're taking
less than parttime (6 credit hours) you are not eligible for financial aid or
student loans.
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:01:47 PM)
Welcom dp
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:01:59 PM)
Lisa,
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:02:06 PM)
hello
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:02:54 PM)
dp, if you have a question, you can ask it. Diane is helping Lisa right now
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:03:35 PM)
but I am available to answer questions
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:04:52 PM)
re: question #19 on AU's fin aid app - What's the reason for it, how is the
info used
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:05:26 PM)
dp- hang on for one moment, i need to get an app for reference.
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:06:01 PM)
Lisa, Sorry about that other message. If you are less than part-time you do
not qualify for the Stafford or Perkins federal loans, but you would be able
to apply for a student alternative loan. Whether or not you would be approved
for an alternative loan is also an issue. You may also be eligible for part-time
Pell grant if you are at least three credit hours. Your student aid report should
indicate whether or not you may be eligible for the Pell grant based on the
information you provided.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:06:22 PM)
dp- are you referring to asking family member information?
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:06:58 PM)
home ownership - value of home etc
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:07:31 PM)
I think i need to defer to DC for that, as I am an admissions counselor.
Lisa (ID=75)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:08:10 PM)
I can't even get past Alfred's financial aide department. They INSIST I am not
eligible for ANYTHING. What can I do?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:08:45 PM)
DP- i think Diane may be tied up for a moment, so I will do my best.....
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:09:16 PM)
all of the information we request is used to help us figure out how much money
your family has to contribute to your education.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:09:47 PM)
information about home ownership relates to how much moeny folks need to put
into their homes as well as what sort of tax breaks they receive for owning
a home.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:10:32 PM)
does that help?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:10:33 PM)
dp, Looking at the 2001/2002 AU ap, question #19 is home owner information.
Neither AU of federal needs analysis methodology take home value/debt into consideration
for the calculation of the expected family contribution. We use that information
to help us better assess the family's circumstances.
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:10:34 PM)
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DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:10:47 PM)
Hi EC
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:10:56 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:11:02 PM)
ec, nice of you to check in on us
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:11:07 PM)
Hello Matt
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:11:08 PM)
good evening Matt
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:11:12 PM)
hello
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:11:13 PM)
(This user has moved to 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 149.84.162.76 )
Lisa (ID=75)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:11:25 PM)
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DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:11:38 PM)
Do you have any financial aid questions matt?
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:11:58 PM)
mainly about the national merit scholarships
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:12:17 PM)
What would you like to know about the Nat'l Merit SCholarship?
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:12:33 PM)
for one, when do I have to make my choice known to national merit corp.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:13:22 PM)
you need to declare AU your # 1 choice by April 1st, I beleive.
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:13:40 PM)
you must notify the Natl Merit Corp by April 1 that Alfred is your first choice.
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:13:48 PM)
ok
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:13:59 PM)
Anything else?
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:14:27 PM)
Also, I know that overall the scholarships are not automatic, something like
thirty are guaranteed to be awarded though
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:14:49 PM)
yes- we arward 25 each year
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:15:08 PM)
some are for full tuition room and board, some just tuition
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:15:35 PM)
In the description of the full tuition room and board ones, I got the impression
that these were basically guaranteed if you met certain criteria
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:15:56 PM)
and that the rest were then sort of "space-available"
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:16:03 PM)
yes- if you are in the top 5% of your clawss with a 95 average, i think
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:16:11 PM)
uh, that would be class
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:16:51 PM)
So, since I meet those criteria, if I name Alfred as my first choice, I am basically
guaranteed full tuition, room, and board?
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:17:11 PM)
how many southern tier scholarships do you give- what criteria is used and their
relative weight
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:17:13 PM)
rank in class and GPA are not strict guidlines, howver, in that we take into
consideration the school you attend and your curriculum. but it seems like you'd
be in good shape!
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:17:34 PM)
there is no definite number of souther tier scholarships
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:17:43 PM)
all student who qualify are considered
mogval (ID=81)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:17:53 PM)
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ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:18:00 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:18:09 PM)
qualifications are 90+ GPA top 10% of class
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:18:17 PM)
hello newcomers!
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:18:29 PM)
how many so tier were awarded last year
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:18:48 PM)
One last question about the nat'l merit scholarships, since I'm from Chicago,
is the difference between in and out of state tuition covered as well
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:18:49 PM)
DP- the same criteria re: gpa and rank are true for south tier as for what I
said to Matt Re: national merit
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:19:16 PM)
matt- differenced in tuition relate to the program you apply to. what are you
planning to study?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:19:18 PM)
Matt-are you considering the private or public sector at AU
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:19:29 PM)
dp- i will have to look up the #, please give me just a moment
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:19:32 PM)
Actually, that was sort of my next question
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:19:44 PM)
Well go ahead
iggy1105 (ID=82)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:11 PM)
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iggy1105 (ID=82)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:11 PM)
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MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:12 PM)
The reason I'm applying to Alfred is that I'm looking to dual-major in materials
science and ceramic art & design
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:20 PM)
the New York State college of ceramics (ceramic engineering, materials science
and art and design) are state funded
iggy1105 (ID=82)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:29 PM)
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MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:40 PM)
Alfred, therefore, seemed the logical place to apply
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:43 PM)
the out of state tuition is about $12,000
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:52 PM)
yes- a good choice :)
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:58 PM)
Is the difference covered?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:21:02 PM)
yes
mogval (ID=81)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:21:25 PM)
What's the cost of room & board?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:21:48 PM)
Last year was $7450 average
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:22:11 PM)
i am leaving for a moment to check on # of scholarships last year. please be
patient.....
mogval (ID=81)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:22:11 PM)
And does financial aide cover both tuition and R&B?
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:23:11 PM)
can you please tell me how many presidential scholarships are generally awarded
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:23:17 PM)
It depends on your need and any scholarships you would be awarded. You need
to receive an estimated award notice from us to determine what your aid would
be.
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:23:29 PM)
I've talked to a current NYSCC student from Chicago, and she said that she has
a friend who is doing the engineering/art and design dual-major, but I just
wanted to double check that the college itself is ok with this--also, approximately
how much longer would this program of study take to complete?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:24:02 PM)
dp- i cannot locate exact numbers, but definately more than 50
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:24:18 PM)
thanks
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:24:20 PM)
Ann, Renee would be better able to answer that question and she has left the
chat room for a moment to answer another question.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:24:27 PM)
your welcome.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:24:47 PM)
i am back- i will answer matt's double major questions, then check on ann's
questions
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:25:22 PM)
matt- you can do the double major, it will take a year or so to complete both,
but that excludes and summer courses you would take or if you have any ap or
college credits
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:25:37 PM)
is there a particular commitment of AU to enroll southern tier students
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:25:58 PM)
I am leaving for a moment to see if I can get the answer ann's last question
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:26:05 PM)
How soon after submitting the applicatiion does one hear on acceptance?
mogval (ID=81)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:26:10 PM)
what's a "southern tier" student?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:26:18 PM)
i don't know the exact number of presidential scholarships, either, and my computer
froze the last time i tried to check.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:26:49 PM)
there is no set number of presidential scholarships given. everyone who qualifies
will be considered.
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:26:50 PM)
the student also said that Ceramics courses are also extremely difficult to
register for, is there priority registration or some such thing for honors college
students?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:27:20 PM)
in terms of timing, most students hear within a few weeks of the application
being complete. all students who apply on time will hear by mid march.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:28:03 PM)
DP- i think that we encourage southern tier students to consider aflred b/c
we are in their "backyard"
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:28:15 PM)
it is always noce to have somewhat local students represent our univeristy
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:28:37 PM)
souther tier refers to the 8 counties along the sothern, western border of NY
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:28:40 PM)
matt-
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:28:54 PM)
yep
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:28:56 PM)
I'd say about 150 Presidentials last year
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:29:08 PM)
my sense of registering for classes (and i was a student at AU as well) is that
if you go through pre registration, then you can get the courses you need
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:29:15 PM)
thanks diane!
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:29:36 PM)
if you wait to sign up for classes then you may put yourself in a difficult
situation
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:29:47 PM)
how advisable is it to arrange an in person interview with admissions and when
should it be done
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:30:06 PM)
we always welcome students to interview, dp
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:30:16 PM)
She even said that she finally just switched to graphic design because of the
difficulty
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:30:32 PM)
it is not necessary, but if you feel that there is something you'd like to share
with us, then we encourage you to do so
mogval (ID=81)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:30:43 PM)
when do incoming freshman register for classes?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:30:48 PM)
likewise, if you have questions that need to be answered, you should always
feel free to call on us
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:31:00 PM)
incoming freshmen register for classes over the summer
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:31:30 PM)
Interviews are a beneficial experience because you you get a feeling for the
people and environment of our campus
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:31:31 PM)
matt- i could see how ceramics would be difficult, as it is a popular major,
but i have to admit i am not very familiar with any sort of issue.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:31:45 PM)
but, i do not work with current students very much. just incoming freshmen
mogval (ID=81)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:32:07 PM)
what is the deadline for applying for financial aide & do you reapply year-to-year?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:32:08 PM)
ann- did all your questions get answered?
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:32:24 PM)
How many freshman enter with an undecided major
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:32:30 PM)
lots!
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:32:45 PM)
"undeclared" is actually our most popular major!
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:32:50 PM)
that's good
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:32:54 PM)
There is no deadline for applying for financial aid as a freshman and yes you
do need to apply every year for need based aid and the deadline for that is
currently March 15
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:33:24 PM)
many people swith their majors in the first two years, so we encourage people
to explore (while they complete general requirements).
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:33:38 PM)
you do not have to declare a major until the end of sophomore year
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:34:07 PM)
matt- did i miss any of your questions?
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:34:10 PM)
How long after submitting the fafsa do you receive the info from them
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:34:31 PM)
Yeah, one more question
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:34:32 PM)
Anywhere from 3 to 4 weeks
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:35:49 PM)
matt?
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:35:51 PM)
Since I would be doing the double major and probably be taking at least an extra
semester, even with all the AP credit, would the national merit scholarship
cover the extra tuition, etc., or would I have to rely on need-based financial
aid and loans, etc. for the extra time
mogval (ID=81)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:36:00 PM)
Can I dual major in art& design w/in the State School and philosophy or
mathematics within the private sector of AU? If yes, how is the tuition calculated?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:36:20 PM)
Ann, use the postcard so they'll notify you that they've received your fafsa.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:36:39 PM)
my understanding is that the scholarship covers only the 4 years. but, one semester
is a small price to pay for two four year degrees, right?
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:36:50 PM)
true, true
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:37:13 PM)
Can you tell me how you determine the amount of a presidential scholarship?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:37:23 PM)
mogval- a student is charged the tuition of the school they started under, so
you would be an A&D student who chose to doubel major in something in liberal
arts
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:37:35 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:37:35 PM)
presidential scholarships are determined by GPA and Rank in class
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:37:54 PM)
90+ gpa, top 10% of class
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:38:19 PM)
What other scholarships and aid are there that are applicable after the fourth
year? (My parents have told me that I'm on my own, so this is a little bit of
a concern for me)
mogval (ID=81)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:38:43 PM)
Do you use weighted gpa's or regular ones?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:38:48 PM)
Ann, the postcard would be used if you are submitting a paper fafsa to the federal
processor.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:38:49 PM)
gpa and rank are not strict guidelines as course selection and school you attend
are also considered.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:38:55 PM)
we look at your SAT or ACT as well
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:39:23 PM)
wmogval- we use whichever the school reports (or both)
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:39:41 PM)
we take a lot of time with each application, reviewing each student in light
of his or her own situation
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:39:58 PM)
this way we gain a better understanding of who you are and what abilities you
have
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:40:09 PM)
thanks
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:40:25 PM)
matt- i do not know of any specific scholarships because i only work with incoming
students.
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:40:32 PM)
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ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:40:32 PM)
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MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:40:33 PM)
thanks anyway
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:40:36 PM)
but, AU's website keeps a list of outside resources
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:40:50 PM)
Matt, Need based aid and loans would be available to you your last year, if
you qualified under the needs analysis methodology and also there are student
alternative loans, but generally you need a co-signer and there is no guarantee
that you would be approved for this type of loan.
mogval (ID=81)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:41:07 PM)
does AU hire junior/seniors as dorm counsellors?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:41:30 PM)
we hire sophomores, juniors and seniors as RA (resident assistants)
mogval (ID=81)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:41:46 PM)
do they get free room & board?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:41:50 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:41:57 PM)
yes, i beleive they do.
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:42:00 PM)
hi mom
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:42:03 PM)
sorry for typos
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:42:05 PM)
hi MOM!
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:42:24 PM)
Hi. I'm subbing for my student tonight.
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:42:39 PM)
What a god mom
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:42:39 PM)
well, we'll make sure you get the extra credit points!
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:42:50 PM)
Hey, it's my money!!
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:42:51 PM)
do you have any questions for us?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:43:02 PM)
true, true....
mogval (ID=81)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:43:04 PM)
The free R&B may help MattH in his 5th year if he could do that (resident
asst) & keep his sanity
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:43:18 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:43:19 PM)
very thoughtful mogval!
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:43:20 PM)
yep, good idea
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:43:25 PM)
hi derek
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:43:27 PM)
Resident assistant is a cushy job
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:43:27 PM)
hello derek
Risque_vie (ID=87)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:43:28 PM)
(This user has entered 4. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 209.94.222.9 )
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:43:40 PM)
Hey
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:43:45 PM)
My questions have been covered by EP in the other room - I'm just hoping to
glean good info from other people's questions
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:43:45 PM)
hi risque, any questions
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:43:47 PM)
sure, rick- not like you're responsible for anyone life or anything!
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:44:03 PM)
Good idea mom
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:44:07 PM)
glean away, mom!
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:44:12 PM)
(This user has entered 4. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 172.163.222.143 )
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:44:19 PM)
mogval, matt- any other questions?
MattH (ID=80)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:44:22 PM)
Approximately what could I expect to make on a co-op, enough to pay most of
that semester?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:44:26 PM)
hello andrew
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:44:30 PM)
hi andrew
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:44:32 PM)
Actually there are a couple of major job sources - security would be another
one
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:44:34 PM)
Hello
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:44:37 PM)
varies a great degree
mogval (ID=81)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:44:44 PM)
Does AU hire any graduate students as TAs w/in art& design?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:44:46 PM)
andrew, what are your questions
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:44:50 PM)
but, co-op or any Ceramic engineering job is good money!
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:44:51 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:45:02 PM)
Au does not use TA's
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:45:29 PM)
All graduates in Art and design get a full assistantship
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:45:30 PM)
occasionally, and Art Masters candidate will teach an art course to non-majors,
but that's it
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:45:41 PM)
oops- sorry
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:45:51 PM)
i meant the masters art students teach non-art majors
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:45:59 PM)
Is there any type finical aid for students with disabilities
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:46:04 PM)
Mogval, That is they get a full tuition and fee assistantship
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:47:05 PM)
Andrew, i don't know- Diane, do you?
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:47:12 PM)
(This user has entered 4. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 172.175.114.129 )
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:47:19 PM)
hi meryl!
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:47:27 PM)
how's the evening going?
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:47:33 PM)
Hey renee!
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:47:40 PM)
have you learned lots?
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:47:49 PM)
i feel so lost. but i was reassured to see someone in my boat
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:48:00 PM)
My son is looking at Materials Science major and maybe dual degree in chemistry
- if that runs into a 5th year, what does happen with financial aid? See I knew
I'd come up with a question
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:48:02 PM)
(This user has entered 4. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 149.84.162.49 )
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:48:05 PM)
There is not any specific aid for students with disabilities, but you may qualify
for the Educational Opportunity Program if you are academically and economically
disadvantaged. You apply to this program through admissions.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:48:07 PM)
yeah- it is sort of a whirl wind of info
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:48:18 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:48:34 PM)
a dual major in chem and materials scicen can probably be done in 4 years
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:48:48 PM)
I could help someone in room 1
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:48:50 PM)
Can you get a fully paid college scholarship?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:48:52 PM)
(This user has moved to 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 149.84.162.49 )
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:49:09 PM)
hey can i major in pre vet (bio) and minor in languages and astronomy?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:49:13 PM)
the national merit finalist is the only scholarhsip we offer that is a "full
ride"
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:49:20 PM)
meryl- yes!
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:49:35 PM)
double minor?!
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:49:46 PM)
not a problem
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:49:56 PM)
sweet.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:49:59 PM)
almost did it myself, but i had trouble with a geology class.....
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:50:09 PM)
is Eton Kerner coming to the chat?
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:50:11 PM)
What is the avg. SAT score for the fall of 2001
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:50:19 PM)
do you plan to fix foreign speaking animals on the moon?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:50:27 PM)
eton did not sign up.....
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:50:35 PM)
andrew-
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:50:50 PM)
most of our applicants score between 1050 and 1250
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:51:09 PM)
but, we do not focus on SAT scores
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:51:19 PM)
lol. well at least their parents might be foreign speaking and from the other
planets or the moon- we need to get the treatment understood
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:51:28 PM)
(This user has moved to 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 172.163.222.143 )
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:51:47 PM)
Derek, There is lots of aid available at Alfred and you should apply for financial
aid to see what your package would be as with all the different types, based
on your need and academic qualifications.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:51:57 PM)
too much meryl!
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:52:14 PM)
:)
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:52:19 PM)
mom- getting the info you hoped for?
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:52:59 PM)
i lost my name/password for my online application
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:53:15 PM)
i have absolutely no idea what to do about that......
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:53:37 PM)
i was actually going to ask you when we might get your app, b/c we have a few
from bklyn tech already....
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:53:50 PM)
i'd hate for you to have to start over.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:54:00 PM)
i can check with our online app person, and email you tomorrow
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:54:22 PM)
yes - getting a good laugh, too!
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:54:32 PM)
its no biggie- i didnt fill too much off the cuff info
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:54:36 PM)
it's better than prime time tv
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:54:50 PM)
(This user has entered 4. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 209.34.91.23 )
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:55:17 PM)
renee is taking a break for the moment, kitty will answer for me
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:55:17 PM)
We have a dairy farm here - I won't tell you the kind of language the hired
man uses to the cows
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:55:35 PM)
not what you can major in at AU I hope
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:56:00 PM)
Farming or the Language?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:56:13 PM)
cursing, basically
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:56:37 PM)
Oh! Kitty is our Director of Admissions so this would be a good time to ask
her any questions
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:57:00 PM)
Derek, Didn't finish my last sentence-sorry. You have to get estimated aid packages
from different colleges and compare the net cost to you. Also make sure you
what you are looking at, as you have to be comparing apples to apples. We do
not put parent loan eligibility or student alternative loan eligibility on our
award notices and some other institutions do. You may have eligibility for these
programs here, but you need to call us after you receive your award notice from
us so that we can give you those values.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:57:03 PM)
I'm using Renee as an alias but I'm here.
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:57:23 PM)
Hi Kitty
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:57:32 PM)
Hi Meryl
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:58:22 PM)
When do acceptance letters come out? My son just got notified he won a CANY
award (bookstore credit) which I take as a very good sign he will be offered
admission, but no official letter yet
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:58:39 PM)
If i can get to my online application, and hand it in, i believe i will be at
alfred in the fall
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:58:41 PM)
:)
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:59:05 PM)
(or woould like to be)
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:59:14 PM)
We try to read applications in the order in which they are complete. Acceptance
letters are mailed on an on-going basis. Everyone should have a decision by
mid-March.
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 7:59:16 PM)
I believe acceptance letter start coming out in mid February
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:59:45 PM)
Meryl, we hope you're here too.
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:00:07 PM)
How soon after acceptance letter arrives would the financial aid offer arrive?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:00:30 PM)
Typicall within a couple of weeks, assuming the Financial Aid
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:00:39 PM)
application is complete.
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:00:51 PM)
Oh, it will be!!!
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:01:26 PM)
Mom, As long as you have a copy of your student's fafsa in our office and an
AU financial aid ap, we send out an estimated award notice within one to two
weeks of the student's acceptance.
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:01:42 PM)
(This user has moved to 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 209.34.91.23 )
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:02:30 PM)
That is the big lesson we learned from my daughter going through the college
applications process 2 years ago - apply early!! We mailed our FAFSA to processor
on 1/4, and your applications last week. Except farm supplement & that will
be going out soon
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:02:41 PM)
When you fill out the FAFSA does it work for all colleges or do you have to
send each one a separate form?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:03:32 PM)
Mom, Did you indicate Alfred University in the step 6 of the fafsa?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:03:40 PM)
You bet
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:03:45 PM)
Derek, the FAFSA only needs to be completed once. results will be sent to all
schools you indicate. Be sure to keep a copy.
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:04:29 PM)
Derek, Step 6 of the fafsa asks for college names/codes and this is what determines
which colleges will be able to receive a copy of your student aid report electronically.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:04:53 PM)
renee is back!
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:04:58 PM)
hope kitty served you all well!
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:05:06 PM)
definitely
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:05:18 PM)
Stacy, it's me Diane at AU.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:05:19 PM)
mom- are you the personwho requested the farm form when you pre-registered for
this evening?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:05:34 PM)
yes, probably
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:05:43 PM)
nice to "meet" you
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:05:56 PM)
Okay, we got that part done. Great! Thanks for all of this info! It really helps.
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:06:00 PM)
I've got most of the wretched thing filled out
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:06:21 PM)
I'm glad your finding this helpful, Derek.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:06:33 PM)
we appreciate you visiting us, too!
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:06:50 PM)
Had to get info from our mortgage holders, which I did, so I should be getting
that out to you soon.
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:06:50 PM)
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Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:08:49 PM)
Back to the dual degree idea - I expect it would stretch out the completion
time if he does internships or co-ops or whatever?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:08:52 PM)
Mom-Do you live on the farm and operate it?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:09:16 PM)
yes, co-op's and internships that stretch into the school year do delay graduation
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:09:26 PM)
Yes. My husband is the farmer. I do the books and have a part-time job off the
farm
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:09:30 PM)
but, the expereince is WELL worth it!
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:09:44 PM)
and $$ too, for co-ops?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:11:02 PM)
some- our career development center helps students identify opportunities
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:11:34 PM)
some majors (i.e. engineering) are more liekly to have paying internships then
other majors (soft sciences, like sociology)
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:12:00 PM)
Mom, If you live on the farm and operate it , it is not considered an investment
farm-see question #82 on the fafsa. Therefore, you do not have to complete the
business/farm supplement.
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:13:06 PM)
The materials science faculty person who recommended the dual degree (mat sci
& chem) suggested taking courses at Broome CC in summer to fulfill distribution
requirements, but that would seem to kibosh summer internship opportunities
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:13:28 PM)
Mom, Haven't seen all the conversation about co-ops, but the student does not
receive any financial aid while on co-op and should keep receipts for all their
expenses while on co-op.
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:14:04 PM)
What expenses? Why receipts?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:14:16 PM)
yes- but some of those courses could be taken freshman and soph year, co-op
in junior year
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:14:47 PM)
I, personally, don't think it's aweful to delay graduation for a semester or
year when the reason is "real life" hand on experience.
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:14:54 PM)
We had to fill out the supplement for other colleges anyway - the inconsiderate
folks who require Profile
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:14:59 PM)
i will lead to better job opportunities down the road
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:15:09 PM)
I agree
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:15:16 PM)
uh, IT will lead, sorry about typos
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:15:22 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:15:27 PM)
you're kinda quiet meryl,
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:15:37 PM)
just enjoing the conversation?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:15:37 PM)
But what do you do about tuition/aid for the extra semester (s)?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:16:35 PM)
i believe students can receive need-based aid for 5 years
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:16:48 PM)
diane? do you have the details?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:17:44 PM)
DC - can you explain what you were saying about receipts for expenses while
on co-op? I guess I don't understand what co-ops are
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:18:27 PM)
Mom, Living expenses, rent, food, work clothing, auto/transportation expenses,
utilities, etc.. The receipts are needed as while on co-ops/internships, students
can earn quite a bit of money, more than usual. In the following year's financial
aid evaluation that income is considered and we use the expenses against the
income and therefore the income's impact on the expected family contribution
doesn't have such a large impact.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:19:11 PM)
rick- any questions for us? :)
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:19:25 PM)
yes-- sitting back
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:19:34 PM)
well, enjoy, Meryl!
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:19:38 PM)
:)
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:22:51 PM)
anyone with a question?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:23:21 PM)
Ah... thanks, DC
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:24:08 PM)
DC - you really require receipts from co-ops?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:24:54 PM)
Mom, Need based aid, if eligible, would be awarded for the fifth year, however
this would not be the cases if the student has exceeded the maximum time frame
in which the student is expected to finish a baccalaureate degree program. This
is defined as 150% of the published length of the program. For example, Liberal
Arts requires 124 credit hours to complete a degree. Therefore, the maximum
time frame for which this student may be eligible for aid is the period during
which the student attempts 186 credit hours (124 x 1.5 = 186). This is part
of the Satisfactory Progress Standards Policy. Hope it helps.
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:25:56 PM)
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Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:26:15 PM)
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Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:26:19 PM)
186 credit hours ought to be enough time for anybody to do a dual degree and
then some!
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:26:24 PM)
Rick, We do not require them if the student does not wish to have his expenses
netted against his income. But, for need based aid, it is certainly for their
own benefit,
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:26:40 PM)
Mom, Sure is!!!!!!
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:27:04 PM)
ho again andrew!
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:27:10 PM)
uh, that would be hi!
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:27:18 PM)
Hello
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:27:47 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:28:09 PM)
(This user has moved to 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 149.84.162.49 )
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:28:15 PM)
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DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:28:22 PM)
hi roxanne=welcome
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:28:23 PM)
hello roxanne
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:28:36 PM)
any questions we can answer for you?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:28:52 PM)
that should have been - not =. Any questions about financial aid or admissions?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:29:02 PM)
We'll never remember all this good advice - can I assume that you all advise
people who are doing co-ops about the expense idea?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:29:30 PM)
We certainly make our best efforts to inform them all.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:29:48 PM)
i know the career development center also councils students for co-op and internship
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:30:04 PM)
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jeanine (ID=99)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:30:46 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:31:09 PM)
hello jeanine!
jeanine (ID=99)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:31:22 PM)
hey
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:31:35 PM)
any questions we can answer for you?
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:32:00 PM)
Do you give students from the surrounding counties any type of incentive aid?
jeanine (ID=99)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:32:19 PM)
how do we apply for fin. aid besides the general forms?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:32:39 PM)
Mom, When we see co-op checked for a semester on #8 of the financial aid application,
we send a package out for the other semester and put a note on the award notice
about keeping co-op receipts.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:32:43 PM)
andrew- we offer a scholarship for students who live in the souther tier of
NYS
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:33:05 PM)
jeanine, in addition to the FASFA, we have our own application that we ask you
to fill out
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:33:07 PM)
good plan
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:33:09 PM)
Jeanine, We require a copy of the fafsa and the Alfred University financial
aid application.
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:33:18 PM)
What is the criteria?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:33:24 PM)
have you applied already?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:33:26 PM)
andrew-
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:34:02 PM)
the criteria is generally a 90+ average and top 10% of hs class
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:34:04 PM)
yes
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:34:17 PM)
we also look at your SATs or ACTs, but we don't focus on them
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:34:17 PM)
Jeanine, Don't forget to put Alfred University in step 6 of the fafsa.
jeanine (ID=99)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:34:32 PM)
ok
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:35:18 PM)
what is the avg act for applicants?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:35:33 PM)
mid 50% score between 23 and 27
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:35:43 PM)
cool
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:35:43 PM)
not too many applicants take the ACT, though
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:35:49 PM)
i did
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:35:53 PM)
good!
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:36:03 PM)
i figured it'd gelp to clear up my low verbal'
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:36:04 PM)
i think it says a little bit more than the SATs
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:36:06 PM)
on sat
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:36:12 PM)
did it help?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:36:21 PM)
Jeanine, Make sure it's Alfred University's school code if you are using school
codes instead of the school name. Alot of student's accidently use Alfred State
College's school code. Our school code is 002668.
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:36:47 PM)
well i dont understand the score too much but i think i did better
jeanine (ID=99)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:37:19 PM)
thanks
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:37:23 PM)
with tech students we do better on act verbal than sat verbal
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:37:38 PM)
i am not surprised.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:37:44 PM)
you are all so well rounded!
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:37:48 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:38:02 PM)
if you tell me the ACT score, i can give you an approximate SAT equivalent
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:38:12 PM)
Jeanine, You're welcome-do you have any particular questions about the fafsa
or au ap?
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:38:13 PM)
:0
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:38:15 PM)
29
jeanine (ID=99)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:38:35 PM)
do they mail it to you?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:38:36 PM)
excellent- that's like a 1300!
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:38:50 PM)
Jeanine,Do they mail what to you?
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:38:51 PM)
Is that the same school code number we entered on the SAT ap
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:02 PM)
:) well i got 1330 but only 590 V
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:05 PM)
no, the SAT code for Aflred is 2005
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:06 PM)
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DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:39:09 PM)
Andrew,I'm not familiar with the Sat codes
jeanine (ID=99)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:10 PM)
fafsa
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:18 PM)
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Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:23 PM)
Thanks Renee
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:25 PM)
hey roxanne!
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:39:29 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:29 PM)
nice to see you again
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:31 PM)
sure thing, andrew
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:41 PM)
Hi Renee!
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:39:43 PM)
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Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:55 PM)
Every program has a different code for the same school
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:40:02 PM)
(This user has moved to 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 149.84.162.49 )
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:40:03 PM)
renee can i have someone else join the chat from another pc?
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:40:22 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:40:24 PM)
yes- do you have the address to give them or should i email it to them?
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:40:33 PM)
i can give them the address
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:40:38 PM)
We mail students a fafsa and Alfred University fin aid application with instructions
once you have applied to Alfred.
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:40:50 PM)
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DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:41:20 PM)
Mom-Yes, there are many different codes and it causes alot of confusion.
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:41:28 PM)
Thank you, hopefully, I'll meet you this fall.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:41:37 PM)
sounds good andrew.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:41:50 PM)
if you're logging out, have a nice night!
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:42:23 PM)
see ya
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:42:29 PM)
bye
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:42:45 PM)
Well, I'm going to drift over to another room, to glean some more. Thanks, everybody!
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:42:56 PM)
bye mome- nice chatting with you
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:42:57 PM)
It was nice chatting with you
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:43:09 PM)
Bye
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:43:16 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:43:47 PM)
jeanine, do you have any other questions for us?
jeanine (ID=99)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:44:10 PM)
no....thanks for all your help
jeanine (ID=99)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:44:15 PM)
bye
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:44:20 PM)
glad we could help
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:44:24 PM)
have a nice night!
jeanine (ID=99)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:44:29 PM)
you too
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:44:46 PM)
guess it's just us, diane!
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:45:22 PM)
Yes, why do you think everyone left?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:45:30 PM)
no more questions, i guess
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:45:43 PM)
Looks like 3's still busy.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:45:43 PM)
i think meryl will be back, she was going to tell a friend how to log on
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:46:01 PM)
wow, yeah- 3 is hopping!
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:46:10 PM)
2 is lonely
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:46:16 PM)
either that or rick and marshie are in there
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:46:31 PM)
there's only one person in there
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:46:33 PM)
who's in finaid 2?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:46:51 PM)
i think it's ec of finaid
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:47:57 PM)
i had trouble logging on to the chat room at first and got a little nervous
that i wasn't going to be able to connect. i rebooted and it worked-thank goodness
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:48:36 PM)
modern technology - isn't it wonderful? this is the first time i've ever chatted.
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:51:47 PM)
sorry - got a phone call
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:01 PM)
well- we should leave EC by himself
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:07 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:08 PM)
;)
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:52:13 PM)
hi meryl
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:14 PM)
hellp again meryl!
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:15 PM)
whew
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:52:20 PM)
where were you?
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:21 PM)
hello again
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:28 PM)
aol crashed
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:33 PM)
where's your pretty moon picture?
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:38 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:45 PM)
yeah- AOL- Always Off Line
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:52:47 PM)
hi chat master
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:59 PM)
Hi-just visiting around.
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:53:08 PM)
everyone else left us
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:53:10 PM)
how's it going for you?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:53:22 PM)
do you have anymore questions meryl?
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:53:26 PM)
Pretty good. I've been greeting people in the foyer all evening.
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:53:33 PM)
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Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:54:40 PM)
not really, unfortunately
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:55:21 PM)
Have you been working on filling out your financial aid forms?
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:55:50 PM)
i'm open to advice. i came knowing nothing and got a good website to show my
dad and sime notes from the conversations
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:56:14 PM)
that is my dad's area although he is not tto much on that ball
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:56:49 PM)
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DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:56:59 PM)
look at www.ed.gov/studentaid for more info about student aid programs
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:57:39 PM)
ok
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:58:47 PM)
www.nyshesc.org has information too if you're a nys resident
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:59:04 PM)
if i have any more questions who should i contact?
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 8:59:32 PM)
please contact me, my name is diane
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:59:43 PM)
email?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 9:00:04 PM)
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DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 9:00:08 PM)
carlo@alfred.edu or 607-871-2159
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:00:12 PM)
meryl- you can also call the admissions 800 number and ask for financial aid
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:00:19 PM)
right
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 9:00:46 PM)
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Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 9:00:55 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:01:01 PM)
now music notes? you're so multi faceted!
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:01:07 PM)
:)
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:01:15 PM)
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Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:01:29 PM)
i am doing SING this year in my school. do you know what that is?
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:01:35 PM)
i'm in the band for it
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:01:40 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 9:01:52 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:02:06 PM)
have heard of it, but not totally sure.....
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 9:02:21 PM)
we'll be signing out soon, do you have any more questions?
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:02:37 PM)
i think we're going to get kicked out of here- email me if you'd like. i'll
write back tomorrow
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:02:48 PM)
ok thanks renee
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:03:00 PM)
thanks diane and rick
DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 9:03:00 PM)
goodbye from diane-nice chatting with you Meryl
Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:03:08 PM)
you too
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 9:03:22 PM)
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DC counselor
(ID=74) (Jan 18, 2001 9:03:32 PM)
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Meryl (ID=102)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:03:40 PM)
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Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:03:44 PM)
bye meryl
Renee @ AU (ID=67)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:04:46 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:48:24 PM)
no, we will receive the information you send to the gov. we will verify your
income information later on as well
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:48:57 PM)
just make sure you keep copies of everything
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:49:02 PM)
Chris: good question! athletics can certainly be a factor in determining Jonathan
Allen awards for leadership, but this award is not a code for athletics scholarships
(which we do not offer). Students who receive this award have either made a
solid committment to community service or they have exhibited strong leadership
skills.
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:49:29 PM)
I've gotten good advice already from other rooms. Any general input for a kid
thinking about dual degree in Material Science & chemistry? He applied to
Ceramics College
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:49:50 PM)
Well, I'd say her applied to the right school :-)
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:50:13 PM)
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Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:50:22 PM)
(Both in choosing Alfred generally, and in selecting CEMS at Alfred)
Chris (ID=96)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:50:33 PM)
As a first-time FAFSA applicant, you are not eligible to get a pin or apply
on the Web-based application?
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:50:53 PM)
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soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:51:03 PM)
If I re-submit the new figures to fafsa, will they re-calculate our EFC....and
how long will that Take?
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:51:18 PM)
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Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:51:30 PM)
He's interested in forensic sciences. His HS counselor suggested CEMS as a different
approach
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:08 PM)
chemistry/physics stuff, not gory cadavers
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:52:16 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:52:18 PM)
You can apply on the web based application, and in your second year of applying
you will receive a pin number. Just make sure if you file the forms on line
you print out the signature page and send it to the address listed at the bottom
of that page. Also, keep a print out of the information you enter on line...you
can print a copy of that out
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:53:54 PM)
it will take at least two weeks and they will recalc the EFC
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:54:00 PM)
Mom: Got it! We actually have an alum in Alaska who is a forensic investigator
in Alaska, he's a lab director out there!
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:54:53 PM)
ooh, how do we pick his brains???
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:55:46 PM)
Renee is actually going to send you his e-mail address, service with a smile!
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:55:57 PM)
soccer mom have I answered your questions
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:56:02 PM)
Au...stacey and jl...thanks for all the info and guidance....this was a great
idea!!!! Hope to ee you in the fal!
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:56:02 PM)
excellent!
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:56:18 PM)
wait a minute - do you know who to send it to?
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:56:31 PM)
We hope to see you too, remember to call as more questions come up!
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:56:35 PM)
Soccer mom it was great talking to you and if you need anything please call
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:56:44 PM)
This is Jeff's mom - are we on the same page?
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 8:57:30 PM)
Mom: I need clarification, I'm not sure what you mean...sorry
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:58:28 PM)
chris do youhave any other questions
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:59:01 PM)
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Chris (ID=96)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:59:06 PM)
jl - not right now. I probably will while completing the rest of the forms.
Thanks for your help!
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:59:11 PM)
hi ep
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:59:21 PM)
hi
jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 8:59:41 PM)
Chris, Just call if you have any questions 607-871-2159 financial aid #
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 9:00:04 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=64) (Jan 18, 2001 9:00:30 PM)
your welcome chris, have a great night
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 9:00:42 PM)
Mom, did you have a question?
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 9:01:05 PM)
and did you get the infor from Renee?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:01:36 PM)
I'm all set - Renee gave me what I need
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:01:40 PM)
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Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 9:02:03 PM)
Mom: Super! glad to hear it!
ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:02:13 PM)
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Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:03:17 PM)
Thanks everybody
Stacey @ Alfred
(ID=60) (Jan 18, 2001 9:03:20 PM)
Good night everone, thank you for visiting!
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:03:21 PM)
Bye
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 9:03:22 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=103) (Jan 18, 2001 9:03:45 PM)
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jl-aid counselor
(ID=103) (Jan 18, 2001 9:04:05 PM)
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Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 9:04:11 PM)
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ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:04:58 PM)
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ChatMaster (ID=58)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:05:31 PM)
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Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 9:06:30 PM)
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Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 9:06:41 PM)
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Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 9:07:55 PM)
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Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 9:08:01 PM)
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Meryl
(ID=61) (Jan 18, 2001 6:51:57 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 6:52:21 PM)
Hi Meryl
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:52:25 PM)
Hello
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 6:52:27 PM)
hi meryl and Rick
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 6:52:29 PM)
Earl - Meryl is from Brooklyn Tech.
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:52:43 PM)
:)
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 6:52:57 PM)
What can I help you with Meryl?
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:53:32 PM)
I'm not too sure actually. I don't really know much about financial aid.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 6:54:01 PM)
Have you received our financial aid booklet?
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:54:01 PM)
My dad is on his way here so he can join the chat but he won't be here for a
while
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:54:38 PM)
No. THat does not sound familiar
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 6:55:32 PM)
Meryl, You may want to check out this site sometime. It contains some real good
information on fin. aid. www.finaid.org
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:56:15 PM)
ok.
evans (ID=73)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:56:34 PM)
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evans (ID=73)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:56:58 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 6:57:07 PM)
This web site provides a good all around orientation to aid and the terminology.
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:57:07 PM)
checking out that site now
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:00:12 PM)
Meryl, what do you think of it so far?
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:02:37 PM)
overwhelming
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:02:47 PM)
what should i do? this is new to me
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:03:32 PM)
I'm not sure I understand your question
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:03:36 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 209.34.91.23 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:03:51 PM)
hi again rick
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:04:19 PM)
Hm.
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:04:43 PM)
Hi Earl - didn't mean to disrupt your talk with Meryl. Meryl are there things
we can help with. Earl is the Hi Mucky Mucky of FA at AU
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:05:20 PM)
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Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:05:36 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:05:50 PM)
The web site you are exploring will provide you and your father with all the
tools to understand a communicate with the fin. aid offices. Be sure to share
it with him
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:05:58 PM)
Hi mom
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:06:24 PM)
I dont know really what to ask. My family has got a late start on financial
aid all together. My brother is currently a freshman a U Rochester and my dad
has yet to fill out a FAFSA-
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:06:24 PM)
hi mom
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:06:38 PM)
Hi. My student is finishing a Psych paper on the other computer so I'm subbingg
for him
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:07:07 PM)
I've got a few specific questions
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:07:27 PM)
Meryl: advise your dad to apply as soon as possible. with two students you may
qualifty for help.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:07:48 PM)
Go a head Mom
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:08:33 PM)
1. My son applied to Ceramics School but is thinkingg about a minor in chemistry
or even a dual degree. With 2 different tuition structures, how does that work
for tuition & financial aid?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:09:45 PM)
The Materials Science faculty member he talked to recommended the dual degree
for his interests
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:10:32 PM)
The student is charged tution based on their major. So he could minor in the
private colleges and pay ceramic college tuition. For aid it does not make a
difference. the cost of attendance is higher for one so the aid eligibility
would also be higher
ryan (ID=79)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:10:35 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.169.175.87 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:10:45 PM)
Hi ryan
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:11:20 PM)
What about dual degree? Same thing?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:12:06 PM)
Mom dual degrees are common here. He would be clasified to the college he is
admitted to. No problem.
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:12:25 PM)
Sounds good to me!
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:12:45 PM)
Has your son applied yet?
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:12:45 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:13:32 PM)
Ryan, do you have any questions?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:13:43 PM)
2. What is your policy on outside scholarships? Some schools ignore them, some
reduce grant aid by full or half amount of outside scholarship, some reduce
work/loan portion of aid first. What does Alfred do?
ryan (ID=79)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:14:06 PM)
What is the date that you require the FAFSA to be mailed?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:14:45 PM)
Yes he has applied. No word yet, but he won the CANY bookstore credit award,
so I'm assuming he's good for acceptance.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:15:12 PM)
Mom: for the first 250 we do not adjust unless there are state or federal rules
involved. After that we reduce AU awarded aid by one dollar for every two dollars
of outside aid.
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:15:33 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.95.171.94 )
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:15:36 PM)
OK
ann (ID=78)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:16:00 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:16:03 PM)
Ryan: we do not have a deadline for new students. you should apply before March
1 to give us time to work with you
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:16:33 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.164.132.222 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:17:13 PM)
Mom; I forgot to say we never reduce scholarship awards, only need-based aid.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:17:22 PM)
Hi manhatten
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:17:32 PM)
Hello
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:17:47 PM)
What does that mean?
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:17:58 PM)
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manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:18:11 PM)
Wanted to see if this roomhad some active questioners.
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:18:22 PM)
our need based aid from you gets reduced if we get another scholarship- how
else could it work
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:18:28 PM)
Meryl: what does what mean?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:18:39 PM)
My son is Nat Merit Semifinalist. If he is fortunate enough to qualify as finalist,
and is awarded the full tuition, room & board deal, what happens with outside
scholarships? (I've got my fingers crossed for that)
ryan (ID=79)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:18:58 PM)
How do you handle NYS S/529 savings that are not eligible for distribution until
sometime later? (e.g., recently deposited) Are those listed as assets?
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:19:20 PM)
You said, "I forget to say we never reduce scholarship".. oh you mean
that the scholarship given by the school will not get reduced?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:19:23 PM)
Mom: the NM is a level of funding from all source.
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:16 PM)
So Alfred would basically pick up the balance left after other scholarships
are figured up
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:21:32 PM)
We only reduce scholarship if the sch. and other aid exceed the costs. The one
exception is the Nat. Merit. That program operates on a max. level of funding
which is Tution, Double room and the average meal plan.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:22:00 PM)
Mom: yes and that averages about $22,000
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:23:36 PM)
Say, is there any way to print this chat?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:25:07 PM)
Mom: I'm not sure but I could provide you with the policy on Nat. Merit funding.
Call my office at 607-871-2150 and we will mail it. or you could give me the
address now
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:26:10 PM)
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Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:26:14 PM)
I'll call. That NM is a lot of money. My daughter was NM winner 2 years ago
and only got a one-time $2000 award.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:26:49 PM)
Mom: Yes it is a lot.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:27:26 PM)
Meryl: Has your dad arrived yet?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:28:44 PM)
Assuming my son does not hit the NM jackpot, can you tell me how you evaluate
farms for need-based aid? When we went through process for my daughter, different
schools treated the farm assets very differently, even schools with supposedly
identical policies
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:29:07 PM)
I'm sending you the b/f supplement soon
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:29:20 PM)
No. he left from manhattan about 30 minutes ago. i dont expect him for another
15-30 minutes
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:29:25 PM)
already sent in the alfred app & fafsa
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:30:00 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.164.132.222 )
ryan (ID=79)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:30:25 PM)
(This user has moved to 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.169.175.87 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:30:26 PM)
Family farms are not included. if the farm is an investment farm,basically a
corporation then it is considered as a business.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:31:01 PM)
Meryl: we will still be on when dad gets home
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:31:05 PM)
It's a family farm. I assumed you used the info since you required the supplement
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:31:20 PM)
which was not fun to fill out I might add
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:32:34 PM)
We require the supp. so we can determine if it is a family farm or not. A lot
of folks confuse this issue, so we simply document the circumstances.
Laur (ID=85)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:32:39 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 172.181.102.95 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:32:50 PM)
Hi laur
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:32:55 PM)
Should I attach a letter of explanation when I mail it in?
Laur (ID=85)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:32:59 PM)
Hello
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:33:11 PM)
Mom: no
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:33:16 PM)
OK
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:33:34 PM)
Hello Laur
Laur (ID=85)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:33:39 PM)
Hello
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:33:53 PM)
Laur, can I help you with something?
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:34:28 PM)
I'm going to go "cruising"... Thank you very much, EP!
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:34:47 PM)
mom: your welcome
Laur (ID=85)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:35:09 PM)
Im new at this, i'm not quite sure what to ask...
Laur (ID=85)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:37:10 PM)
we have been advised to file our fafsa as soon as possible, however my parents
can't finish their tax returns this early. What do you reccomend
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:37:19 PM)
Laur: we will start with this web site. WWW.finaid.org This site contain very
good information on the fin. aid process and what you should be doing. Meryl
checked it out and thought it was great. Have you applied to AU?
Laur (ID=85)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:37:37 PM)
yes
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:37:49 PM)
Laur: It is OK to estimate
Laur (ID=85)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:37:59 PM)
ok
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:38:08 PM)
Laur: have you received our aid aps yet?
Laur (ID=85)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:39:04 PM)
yes, I think so...
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:40:20 PM)
You and your parents should begin to look them over. The process is really not
that hard. AND YOU CAN ALWAYS CALL US FOR HELP.
Laur (ID=85)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:41:11 PM)
how soon do people find out about financial aid?
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:41:29 PM)
Seems like the advice to me is just to get it filled out, and by march 1 at
that
Mom (ID=77)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:41:50 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:43:05 PM)
WE WILL BEGIN AID EVALUATIONS FEB. 1 Normally students hear from us within one
week of the admitt decision if we have completed aps on file
Laur (ID=85)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:43:36 PM)
ok
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:45:06 PM)
Meryl: March 1 would be good. then you will have plenty of time to consider
your options before the may 1 response deadline.
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:46:36 PM)
OK. We'll see how soon we cat get it in
Laur (ID=85)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:46:38 PM)
Thank you I will read my info and call with any questions
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:46:44 PM)
cat=can*
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:46:55 PM)
I'm going to see about admissions. Thank you.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:47:09 PM)
Your welcome
Meryl (ID=61)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:47:12 PM)
(This user has moved to 4. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 172.175.114.129
)
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:48:02 PM)
(This user has moved to 4. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 149.84.162.49 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:48:52 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 149.84.162.49 )
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:49:01 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 209.34.91.23 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:49:16 PM)
hi rick
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:49:27 PM)
Looks like it is just the two of us in here.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:49:52 PM)
I went to one and invited people to join me
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:49:55 PM)
Things have been hopping in rms. 3 and 4.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:50:04 PM)
I mean 4
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:50:24 PM)
My guess is that the combination of admissions and fa are attractive. Also having
two people to type probably helps
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:50:25 PM)
so far no takers
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:50:55 PM)
could be right, you usually are
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:51:19 PM)
I was watching 3 for a while and they were able to sort through the cross conversations.
I am amazed.
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:51:28 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 172.163.222.143 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:51:36 PM)
Hi andrew
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:51:50 PM)
Hello
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:52:01 PM)
Can i help you/
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:52:25 PM)
What kind of award is possible with an SAT over 1450
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:52:40 PM)
Rick, you can stop laughing at my typing
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:53:16 PM)
Andrew - EP is the Director of Financial Aid and the top dog. But his typing
may leave something to be desired. Did you take the PSAT?
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:53:52 PM)
yes about 140
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:54:12 PM)
Our scholarship programs do not just consider SAT. If you are in the top 10%
of your class you would be in line for a top Presidential sch. Up to 13,000
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:54:30 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 172.161.207.97 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:54:40 PM)
Hi bustr
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:54:50 PM)
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Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:55:13 PM)
Hello
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:55:27 PM)
Can i help you?
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:56:14 PM)
I'm looking to keep the cost at Alfred somewhere in the range of a state school.
Is that possible?
mogval (ID=93)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:56:18 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 66.44.10.242 )
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:56:29 PM)
My aaplication is coming. When do the financial aid form have to be in?
mogval (ID=93)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:56:43 PM)
Do resident assistants get paid in addition to free room & board?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:57:12 PM)
That depends on your family circumstances. It is possible for a lot of students.
You should apply and we will do our best.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:58:09 PM)
Andrew; try to apply before March 1. We will send you an application packet
when we receive the admission ap
mogval (ID=93)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:58:19 PM)
What percent of students at AU receive financial aide?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 7:59:37 PM)
Res. Assist. get a salary equal to the room cost. that way we do not have to
reduce their other aid eligibility. About 90% receive some type of aid.
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:00:25 PM)
What about student athletes? I know at D-3 schools there are no scholarships,
but I also know from other schools that additional assistance can be obtianed.
Would that be common, since the students is playing on behalf of Alfred?
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:00:27 PM)
Once the F.A. application is sent in , how long until we hear back?
mogval (ID=93)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:00:41 PM)
Does the salary cover food/cafeteria fees or are they on their own to cook?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:01:38 PM)
Sorry no specific aid for athletics. We do consider those types of activities
in the overall awards.
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:01:43 PM)
When you say 90% receive fin aid, what percentage only receive federal laons?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:02:27 PM)
We respond to aid aps about one week after the student is accepted.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:02:55 PM)
the res. assist. salary does not cover food
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:03:11 PM)
Are there any work study jobs for students with physical disabilities
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:03:17 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 12.23.46.169 )
mogval (ID=93)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:03:45 PM)
thanks for the info
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:03:57 PM)
When is acceptance usually completed for the Fall?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:04:06 PM)
In the private colleges about 90% receive university aid. In the ceramic college
about 90% receive AU aid.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:04:39 PM)
Au does admission on a rolling basis beginning in late Jan.
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:04:50 PM)
Please describe university aid.
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:05:25 PM)
what is the average dollar amount per student for university aid
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:05:45 PM)
The typical aid package will have grant and/or sch. loan and work-study. we
have sample packages on our web site
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:06:08 PM)
average Au aid was $12,600 last year
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:07:00 PM)
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Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:07:23 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:07:43 PM)
The average is just that. Award range from 5000 to16000 depending on a family's
circumstances
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:08:00 PM)
What is the projected cost total for 2001-2?
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:08:17 PM)
work study??
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:08:37 PM)
About 27,500. This includes tuition room board and fees
Mrs. Jones (ID=95)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:08:40 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 149.84.162.134 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:08:52 PM)
Hi mrs. J
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:09:50 PM)
work-study is an opportunity to work part -time on campus. the jobs are many
and vary.
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:10:23 PM)
how about for those with disabilities?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:10:41 PM)
Work-study generally provides personal expense money for students
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:11:10 PM)
We should be able to find some type of employment for everyone
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:11:12 PM)
Obviously acceptance is what we have to focus on at this point. Assuming that
hurdle is passed, what is the timing regarding finanacial aid submittals, etc.
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:11:21 PM)
THANK YOU
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:12:40 PM)
Apply for aid by March 1. You do not have to be accepted to do the aid aps.
work on both things at the same time That way once you are accepted the aid
package will follow very quickly
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:13:00 PM)
your bank account numbers
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:14:09 PM)
Your Welcome Andrew
Mrs. Jones (ID=95)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:14:44 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:15:09 PM)
(This user has moved to 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 149.84.162.49 )
dp (ID=76)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:15:24 PM)
(This user has moved to 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 12.23.46.169 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:15:35 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 149.84.162.49 )
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:16:40 PM)
What impact does having another child in college have on finaincial aid packages
from AU? I guess I would presume that most colleges handle this the same way,
or are resticted by the government to some degree.
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:17:29 PM)
Does AU have any local awards ie. alumni
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:17:39 PM)
You indicated that the aid packages range from 5k to 16k, is this all grant
money at AU?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:17:54 PM)
Need analysis computes one expected family payment. That amount is then divided
between the two schools. Standard practice
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:18:43 PM)
Andrew we do not have an alumni scholarship. We do have many other awards. check
them out on our web site
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:18:59 PM)
Bustr: yes
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:20:14 PM)
So how can I best position myself for maximizing my aid? without cheating of
course!
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:21:45 PM)
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)
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:22:09 PM)
You really can not "position" yourself for our aid programs. Just
apply, be honest and we will try to give you the best package possible.
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:22:47 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 172.163.222.143 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:22:58 PM)
Welcome back
Bustr (ID=86)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:23:46 PM)
Thanks for your help tonight!
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:24:42 PM)
Thank you, hopefully I'll see you this coming fall
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:25:14 PM)
I look forward to meeting you.
Andrew (ID=88)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:25:41 PM)
(This user has moved to DigiChat Foyer) (IP = 172.163.222.143 )
jeanine (ID=99)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:29:56 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 172.155.74.52 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:30:05 PM)
Hi who was Mrs. Jones
jeanine (ID=99)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:30:46 PM)
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Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:31:15 PM)
Earl - as far as I can tell we don't have anyway to tell unless they use a name
close to their own.
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:31:21 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 149.84.162.134 )
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:31:25 PM)
Rick: It looks like my staff likes to jump around.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:31:34 PM)
Hi Roxanne
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:31:52 PM)
Hi Jake!
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:32:27 PM)
Roxanne that is an interesting take on EP
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:34:14 PM)
Rick: Did you forget to send the admission staff the list of chat manners?
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:35:08 PM)
Nope - but there is a transcript of these sessions so everything is on the record
- typing included.
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:35:21 PM)
But who is Roxanne?
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:35:49 PM)
Now that is an interesting question Roxanne
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:35:59 PM)
We will review the transcript for quality of answers not key boarding.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:36:24 PM)
Roxanne: can we help you?
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:37:48 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:39:02 PM)
We could start with reading glasses
Roxanne (ID=98)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:39:18 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:42:16 PM)
welcome back
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:42:19 PM)
Did we ever find out who Roxanne was?
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:42:44 PM)
not for sure but i have an idea
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:43:45 PM)
Earl - looks like we have had about 30 participants, excluding the Alfred and
PEC folks. I have had two e-mails indicating their browsers wouldn't support
the software so we had a pretty good turn out.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:44:23 PM)
Is 30 a good number?
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:45:09 PM)
Well we had 40 people sign up. But a number of them included their question
in the e-mail response so I didn't expect everyone.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:45:34 PM)
Have you done this with other schools
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:45:38 PM)
I think 30 is pretty good for this type of program. It hits a specific group
of the inquiries and applicants.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:46:28 PM)
The participants I spoke with seemed to be enjoying the personal attention
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:47:15 PM)
I think it provides a personal touch - sort of personalized mass communciation.
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:48:21 PM)
from what I can tell there are a lot of kids who hang out at chat rooms but
don't participate - aol chat rooms, etc. Being able to type quickly is needed
as well. so maybe that's a factor.
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:53:30 PM)
The next technology coming down the pike is webcasting. Where you can put an
entire interactive program on the screen and each participant can use pointers,
write questions, etc.
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:55:35 PM)
Webcasting sound like it would have applications in distance learning
EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:55:50 PM)
OK thanks for everything
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:55:58 PM)
It does - but it is actually working better in a sales environment
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:56:03 PM)
Take care
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:56:08 PM)
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EP- Financial
Aid Advisor (ID=66) (Jan 18, 2001 8:59:01 PM)
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ollga_sm (ID=105)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:51:54 PM)
(This user has entered 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 172.174.186.158 )
ollga_sm (ID=105)
(Jan 18, 2001 9:52:02 PM)
Hello!
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 6:57:58 PM)
Welcome, do you have a question?
evans (ID=73)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:58:15 PM)
I have so many questions, I don't know where to start!
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:58:39 PM)
I need some more info on fafsa....I have already sent it in and of course in
my haste, I've made a slight error in reported income. How can I fix this?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 6:59:20 PM)
Do you have a Financial Aid question or an Admissions question?
evans (ID=73)
(Jan 18, 2001 6:59:53 PM)
When do the fafsa forms need to be in, and are there other financial aid forms,
such as scholarship forms that I can receive?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:00:30 PM)
In response to soccermom. You may make the corrections on the SAR that you will
receive as the results of filing the FAFSA. You may also correct the information
directly with the college.
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:03:50 PM)
The FAFSA should be filed as soon as possible after Feb. 1st. Alfred University
also has their own aid application that you will need to file. You should receive
this soon after applying to the University. By submitting the FAFSA and Alfred
University Financial Application you will be considered for all scholarships.
Academic scholarships are determined during the admissions process.
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:04:42 PM)
I understand we should here whether or not my son has been admitted by mid-March.
If he is admitted, when do we hear about our financial package?
evans (ID=73)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:05:14 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:06:49 PM)
The Financial Aid Office will begin mailing out aid packages immediately after
the student has been notify from the Admissions Office. In order to received
a Financial Aid package we must have the FAFSA and Alfred University application
on file. The sooner you are able to complete the necessary forms the sooner
you will receive your aid package.
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:07:20 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:07:55 PM)
(This user has moved to 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 149.84.162.76 )
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:08:44 PM)
(This user has entered 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 149.84.162.76 )
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:10:34 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:11:13 PM)
(This user has entered 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 149.84.162.76 )
Lisa (ID=75)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:11:25 PM)
(This user has entered 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 209.130.133.243 )
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:11:47 PM)
Welcome, Lisa.
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:13:06 PM)
Do you have a Financial Aid question?
Lisa (ID=75)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:13:08 PM)
Hi there. I was just talking with Diane about less than parttime study. I filled
an online application for fafsa went through the whole process only to hit a
brick wall at Alfred's financial aid when they told me I wasn't eligible for
a student loan or aid because I was less than 6 credit hours. What can I do?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:14:12 PM)
Lisa, are you a current student? How many credit hours do you plan on enrolling
for?
Lisa (ID=75)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:14:34 PM)
I am a current student enrolled in 4 credit hours.
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:15:31 PM)
Lisa, if you would like to stop by the office we can go over alternative funding
for students that are less then 6 credit hours.
Lisa (ID=75)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:16:06 PM)
The only problem with that is I'm an internet student. I live in Rochester.
It's hard for me to get there.
Lisa (ID=75)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:17:35 PM)
I'm in the court reporting program and buying the steno machine was a little
hard on my pocketbook and I was hoping to be able to get financial assistance
with that. That is my reasoning.
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:18:16 PM)
Lisa, if you would like the Financial Aid Office to mail you the information
you can give me your full name and address and we would be more then happy to
mail the application.
Lisa (ID=75)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:19:05 PM)
Thank you that would be great. Lisa Goodwin, 480 Augustine Street, Rochester,
NY 14613. Thanks much.
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:19:40 PM)
(This user has entered 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 209.34.91.23 )
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:19:53 PM)
Lisa,
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:19:59 PM)
(This user has entered 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 216.238.140.40 )
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:20:19 PM)
Lisa, Do you have any other questions?
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:20:21 PM)
Hi Soccermom - where are you from?
Lisa (ID=75)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:34 PM)
No. Thanks much for your help. So long
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:20:56 PM)
IIs it possible to "discuss" the financial aid package once it has
been received?
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:21:13 PM)
Yes
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:21:17 PM)
(This user has entered 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 151.202.136.72 )
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:21:50 PM)
Soccermom, Once you have received your financial aid package you may call our
office to discuss the package.
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:21:54 PM)
Hello Everyone
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:22:07 PM)
Welcome, M'ten
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:22:29 PM)
Soccermom - are there some specifics we can address now which are generic
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:22:35 PM)
Thanks
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:22:58 PM)
M'ten, do you have a question for Financial Aid?
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:22:59 PM)
(This user has entered 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.92.57.109 )
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:23:11 PM)
How can I receive the Financial aid package?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:23:16 PM)
Welcome, Derek.
soccermom (ID=72)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:23:31 PM)
(This user has moved to 3. Fin. Aid & Admissions) (IP = 216.238.140.40 )
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:24:04 PM)
(This user has entered 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.92.57.109 )
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:24:04 PM)
(This user has moved to 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.92.57.109 )
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:24:18 PM)
M'ten, Once you have filed the FAFSA and the Alfred University applications
we will send you a financial aid package based on the data that you have provided.
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:24:44 PM)
What helps your financial aid package the most?
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:24:58 PM)
So how long will it take for an application to get processed?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:25:34 PM)
Derek, It is best to have accurate information when filing the necessary financial
aid forms.
manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:26:10 PM)
(This user has entered 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.164.132.222 )
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:26:25 PM)
Can you tell me about the portfolio scholarships? How many are there? How much
are they awarded for? etc.
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:27:44 PM)
It takes approximately 10-14 days for the FAFSA to be processed. Once Alfred
University has received a copy of your FAFSA and the Alfred University Financial
Aid applicatin we will prepare a package for you within a few days.
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:29:00 PM)
Ok. Thank You
M'ten (ID=83)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:29:45 PM)
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manhattan (ID=69)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:30:00 PM)
(This user has moved to 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.164.132.222 )
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:30:15 PM)
Derek, The Art Portfolio Scholarships are determined by the School of Art. A
committee selects the artists to receive the scholarships. The awards are $3500.
per year for New York State residents and $5500. per year for non-residents.
ryan (ID=79)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:30:25 PM)
(This user has entered 2. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.169.175.87 )
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:30:44 PM)
Welcome, Ryan
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:30:55 PM)
Are they for the first year only?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:31:46 PM)
Derek, Renewal requires full-time enrollment and a 2.75 cummulative grade point
average for the freshman year and a 3.0 for subsequent years.
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:32:20 PM)
Ryan, Do you have a question for Financial Aid?
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:32:41 PM)
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Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:32:56 PM)
Do you have to apply every year again for the Art Portfolio scholarship? Is
it based on your progress/talent in art?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:34:00 PM)
Derek, You do not apply each year. Renewal is based on your GPA as indicated
previsouly.
ryan (ID=79)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:34:11 PM)
If you have NYS/Section 529 deferred college savings that are not eligible for
withdrawal (not yet in 3 years), do they need to be listed as assets on the
FAFSA?
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:34:58 PM)
How many of these art scholarships are given out each year?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:36:04 PM)
Ryan, They are an asset for the person whose name is on the certificate. For
example, if they are in your parents name, then they would be an asset for your
parents.
ryan (ID=79)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:37:02 PM)
If you are late to get all the information required for tax returns until late
January or early February, is it better to estimate on the FAFSA and update
or wait until you have final data and then file the FAFSA?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:37:20 PM)
Derek, I can not confirm the number of scholarships that are given each year.
You may want to ask that question to an Admissions Couselor.
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:39:35 PM)
Ryan, I would recommend that you wait until mid Feb to file the forms if you
feel that you will have all the necessary data to file the FAFSA. For example,
a completed tax return. If you were not going to file your taxes until March,
you may want to estimate the income.
ryan (ID=79)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:41:01 PM)
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Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:41:03 PM)
If you have two students at Alfred at the same time, do you get a discount?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:42:18 PM)
Derek, If you file for Financial Aid the formula takes into consideration two
in college. For example, the parent contribution will be divided by two.
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:43:18 PM)
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June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:44:08 PM)
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June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:44:19 PM)
Hi
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:44:35 PM)
Hi June
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:44:51 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:45:12 PM)
June, Do you have a quesetion for Financial Aid?
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:45:38 PM)
I had applied to Alfred, do i need to file a separate application for scholaships
??
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:46:24 PM)
June, Academic scholarships will be determined during the admissions process.
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:46:44 PM)
is there other scholarship besides that?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:47:42 PM)
June, If you file the FAFSA and Alfred University Financial Aid applications
you will be considered for need based funds.
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:48:11 PM)
so i need to file the tax form before I file FAFSA??
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 7:49:01 PM)
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June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:49:55 PM)
how can i estimate my parents' tax form?? is there a strategy?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:50:00 PM)
June, You may file the FAFSA now, although it is best to have your tax return
information. I recommend that you file sometime in mid-Feb when you have received
all tax documents.
mogval (ID=90)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:50:20 PM)
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mogval (ID=90)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:51:34 PM)
What fiscal year is used to calculate financial aide awards? Does FY00 dictate
awards for Academic year 01-02?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:52:15 PM)
June, You may estimate your parents tax return by referring to their last pay
stub in the year 2000. This will have a year-to-date figure. Also, it might
be helpful to refer to their 1999 Federal Tax return. You must include all income,
for example, interest income, dividend income, business income.
mogval (ID=90)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:52:38 PM)
Do resident assistants get any money/paycheck or do they do the job just for
the free room&board?
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:52:54 PM)
so how can i qualify for scholarships? is there some requirement? or how Alfred
U determine who get it?
astingt (ID=92)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:55:32 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:55:54 PM)
June, Academic scholarships are based on your high school GPA. For example,
the Presidential Scholarship is awarded by our Admissions Office and goes to
students who have achieved a 90 or better grade point average and rank in the
top ten percent of their class at the beginning of their senior year.
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:56:20 PM)
Welcome, Astingt
astingt (ID=92)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:56:30 PM)
hi
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 7:56:53 PM)
Astingt, Do you have a question for Financial Aid?
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:57:52 PM)
can those scholarships cover all my tuition and expenses??
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 7:58:11 PM)
what is the max. amount?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:01:00 PM)
June, The Presidential Scholarship awards range from $8,000. to $13,000. based
on the candidate's academic qualifications (Private College) and from $2,500.
to $3,500 (Ceramic Engineering and Art and Design).
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:02:03 PM)
I am applying for graphic design, so is the scholarship is more likely depends
on my portfolio instead of academic?
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:02:50 PM)
June, You may want to set up an appointment to visit the campus and tour the
academic areas.
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:03:29 PM)
cuz i live in NYC, it is hard for me to get tehre
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:03:32 PM)
i mean there
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:04:28 PM)
June, I would recommend that you file all the necessary applications and if
you are very interested in Alfred University contact our Admissions Office to
set up a visit.
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:05:02 PM)
what are the "all necessary applications"?
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:05:29 PM)
I called, and they told me that maybe it is better to visit if Alfred accepted
me.
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:05:30 PM)
June, We have serveral students from the NYC area. There is a bus that runs
from NYC to Alfred.
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:06:33 PM)
i know there is a bus trip last time. but i wasn't able to partispate in because
i don't want to miss school days
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:06:50 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:06:50 PM)
June, The necessary applications would be 1- An admissions application 2 - The
Financial Aid Form FAFSA and Alfred University Financial Aid application.
Derek (ID=84)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:07:00 PM)
(This user has moved to 1. Financial Aid) (IP = 24.92.57.109 )
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:08:27 PM)
June. Maybe you could visit sometime during Winter or Spring break. Let wait
and see how everything goes and you can keep in touch with our office.
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:08:44 PM)
ok
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:08:46 PM)
thanks
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:09:16 PM)
June, Hope to hear from you soon. Good Luck.
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:09:25 PM)
Thanks
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:09:56 PM)
also i want to know what is the estimate tuition plus all the expenses??
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:11:17 PM)
June, Depending on your program of studies the tuition amount is different.
Would you like the Admissions Office to send you a college catalog?
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:11:34 PM)
yes sure, thanks
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:12:09 PM)
June, Please give me your full name and address and I will forwarded the information
to their office. Thank you.
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:12:18 PM)
Jun Yang
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:12:36 PM)
520 West 43 Street Apt#15 New York, NY, 10036
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:12:53 PM)
Apt#15F
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:12:57 PM)
sorry
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:14:08 PM)
June, I will forward this information to them immediately. The information will
be in the mail tomorrow. Thanks again.
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:14:22 PM)
welcome
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:16:25 PM)
Thank you very much and nice to talk to you
Mrs. Jones (ID=95)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:16:27 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:19:15 PM)
June, Have a good year.
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:25:30 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:26:00 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:26:44 PM)
June, If you do not have any further questions, I will say good bye.
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:27:26 PM)
no, thanks
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:27:28 PM)
bye
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:27:35 PM)
night
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:28:16 PM)
June, you will need to sign off. Thank you.
June (ID=89)
(Jan 18, 2001 8:28:31 PM)
oh ok
EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:29:08 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:29:54 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:35:28 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:37:36 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:41:38 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:42:30 PM)
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Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:56:08 PM)
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Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:56:33 PM)
Hi - we are just about done. If you want to move to another room that is fine.
Rick - Alfred
(ID=59) (Jan 18, 2001 8:56:49 PM)
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EC Aid Advisor
(ID=63) (Jan 18, 2001 8:57:01 PM)
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