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Student Financial Services
November 08, 2009

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Study Abroad - FAQs

For financial aid purposes, what do I need to do to receive financial aid if I plan to take study abroad courses?

A FAFSA is required each year to determine eligibility for a LEAP grant. Students must contact the Student Financial Services office for additional information regarding their file. You can visit their office at the Student Services Bldg Rm. 186, call them at (956) 381-2501 or email them at finaid@panam.edu.

What forms do I need to complete to receive financial aid for study abroad courses?

A FAFSA is required each year by the recommended deadlines in order to determine eligibility for financial assistance.

The following are the recommended deadlines:
Fall – April 5th
Spring – September 15th
Summer – December 15th
Study Abroad form (available at Student Financial Services office)
Students must contact the Student Financial Services office for additional information regarding their file. You can visit their office at the Student Services Bldg Rm. 186, call them at (956) 381-2501 or email them at finaid@panam.edu.

Do I have to pay for my study abroad courses or will financial aid cover the tuition and fees?

You will need to pay for tuition, fees and any additional charges when payment is due. Any financial aid for which you are eligible (for study abroad courses) will not be available until after the 12th class day for any Fall or Spring term and after the 4th class day for any Summer I or II session.

If I do not complete the full course of the study abroad term, will I be responsible for paying back money received from financial aid?

If you withdraw and do not complete the full study abroad course and this was the only course enrolled for, you will be responsible for paying back a certain portion of the financial aid received. For further information, the refund policy is available at the Student Financial Services website at www.panam.edu/finaid or you can find it in the university catalog.

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