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Following is a summary of TROY-Dothan fees and expenses:
Tuition
In-State
Tuition Per Semester
| *Undergraduate
Tuition (12-16 hours)
|
$1925.00 |
| For
11 hours or less, per undergraduate hour
|
163.00 |
| For
each undergraduate credit hour above 16 hours
|
163.00
|
| For
undergraduate course audit, per credit hour
|
81.50 |
| For
graduate course, per credit hour
|
175.00 |
| For
graduate course audit, per credit hour
|
87.50 |
Out-of-State
Tuition Per Semester
| *Undergraduate Tuition (12-16 hours) |
$3850.00
|
| For 11 hours or less, per
undergraduate hour |
326.00 |
| For each undergraduate
credit hour above 16 hours |
326.00 |
| For undergraduate course
audit, per credit hour |
163.00 |
| For graduate course, per
credit hour
|
350.00 |
| For graduate course audit,
per credit hour
|
175.00 |
*NOT AVAILABLE
IN SUMMER TERMS. Per credit hour rates apply during summer terms.
Determining
residence: The student’s place of residence will ordinarily determine
liability for out-of-state tuition. A student must have resided in Alabama for
the past twelve months in order to qualify as an Alabama resident. A student may
not establish Alabama residency for the sole purpose of acquiring a higher
education. In all cases of doubt, proof of residency will be required.
Additional
documentation (e.g. copies of voter’s registration, tax returns, deeds, etc.)
may be required by the University in some cases. ALL DOCUMENTATION IS SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION.
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Fees
Miscellaneous Fees
| Alabama Teacher’s Certificate |
$20.00 |
| Application for Admission (non-refundable)
|
20.00 |
| Instructional Fee (per credit hour, maximum $108.00)
|
9.00 |
| Computer Competency Exam Fee |
15.00 |
| Estimated semester book cost
(full time student) |
480.00 |
| “Intent to Graduate” Fee
|
25.00 |
| Cap and gown
purchase cost (UG/G) |
18.52/35.00 |
Late Payment Fee
(after third payment due date
on Payment Plan |
50.00 |
| Late ‘‘Intent to Graduate’’ Fee |
50.00 |
| Second and succeeding official transcript
copies |
5.00 |
| Unofficial transcript copies
|
25¢ per page |
| Technology Fee (per credit hour; maximum
$48.00) |
4.00 |
| Telecourse Fee (per course)
|
40.00 |
| Third and succeeding checksheets
|
25.00 |
| Tuition Payment Plan Fee
|
25.00 |
| Fax Fee
(per page) |
1.00 |
Workshop Fees
– may be added for credit workshops to cover the cost of special activities
included in the course (i.e., theatre tickets for a Shakespeare workshop). These
are advertised in the semester Schedule
of Classes and are paid at the time of registration.
Continuing Education Fees
These fees are
determined by the nature and length of each course; therefore, charges will
vary.
Semester Laboratory Fees
Biological
Sciences
BIO 1100, 1104
|
$15.00 |
| All other biological science courses with labs
(2211 and above)
|
20.00
|
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| Business
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| QM 2241, 3341
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10.00
|
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| Computer
Information Systems
|
|
| CIS 2243, 2244, 2248, 2249, 3310, 3330, 3346, 3347, 3349,
4440, 4443, 4447
|
15.00
|
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| Early
Childhood Education
|
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| ECE 3350, 6633
|
10.00
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| ECE 6664
|
30.00
|
| ECE 3350, 6633
|
10.00
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| ECE 6664
|
30.00
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| Education |
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| EDU 3305 |
10.00 |
| EDU 4481/5581, 6653 |
10.00 |
| EDU 6605, 6606, 6607 |
25.00 |
| EDL 6663 and SED 6694
|
30.00
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| Elementary
Education
|
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| ELE
6674 |
30.00 |
|
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| Management
Information Systems
|
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| MIS 3340, 3347,3349, 4448, 4449
|
15.00
|
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| Physical
Sciences
|
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| CHM 1142-1143
|
25.00
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| PHY 2252-2253, 2262-2263 |
25.00
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| CHM
3342-3343, 3360, 3361
|
25.00
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| Counseling and
Psychology
|
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| CP 5536
|
15.00
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| PSY 4401
|
10.00 |
| PSY 6635, 6645
|
25.00 |
| PSY 6636
|
65.00
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| PSY 6637
|
60.00
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| PSY 6653
|
10.00
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| Reading
|
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| RED 4481/5581, RED 4482.4483/5583, 4484
|
10.00
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| RED 6670
|
15.00
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| Special Education |
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| SPE 3346, 4404, 4405, 6605, 6632, 6695 |
10.00 |
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| Internships
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| All School of Education internships and practica
|
30.00
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Payment of Accounts
It is the student’s responsibility to pay his
or her account by the due dates published in the Schedule of Classes.
Accounts not paid by these dates will be considered delinquent and will be charged
a $50.00 late fee.
When payment
of tuition, fees, books, etc., has been deferred pending receipt of financial
assistance, it is the policy of the University to apply the first financial
assistance payment received to the balance owed.
If a student
wishes to withdraw from the University, he may be entitled to a refund of a
portion of the fees and charges only if he withdraws officially through
procedures prescribed by the Office of Academic Records and the Financial
Affairs Office. The amount of refund is determined by the University’s refund
policies (see Refunds).
All financial
or other obligations to the University must be cleared prior to the end of each
term. A student will not be permitted to register or attend classes until such
obligations are met. When an account is delinquent, all academic and
administrative processing of the student’s records is suspended, information
on class performance and grades is withheld, and graduation and release of
transcripts are denied. It is each student’s responsibility to be informed of
all payment due dates, deadlines, and other requirements by referring to
official sources of University information such as this Bulletin, the Schedule
of Classes, or that disseminated by other means from time to time.
All financial
regulations, fees, or charges are subject to change without prior notice at any
time as conditions warrant. However, every effort will be made to notify
students of any changes.
Tuition Payment Plan
A Tuition
Payment Plan (TPP) is available to all students who enroll at
Troy State University Dothan. The purpose of the plan is to provide an interest free means
by which students can pay tuition and fees in three installments. Books,
supplies, and incidental expenses such as parking decals are not eligible for
inclusion in the payment plan. Additional resources are required to support the TPP; therefore, a nonrefundable administrative fee of $25.00 per term is assessed
to all TPP accounts and is paid in conjunction with the first installment
payment. Students who receive financial aid may use the TPP to defray the
portion of tuition and fees that is not fully paid by financial aid.
The TPP
consists of three installments payments and the first payment is a minimum of
30% of the total deferred amount. The first payment and the TPP fee are due on
or prior to the payment date published in the
Schedule of Classes. The balance is halved, and payments are
scheduled to be completed before the first day of early registration for the
following term. NOTE: There are only two installment payment dates
available for the summer term.
Additional
information can be obtained from the Financial Affairs Office in Malone Hall.
Refunds
Refunds may be
made provided the student is not obligated to the University in any manner and
provided that the University withdrawal procedures are followed
The refund schedule for each term is published in the Schedule of
Classes.
Continuing
education and interim session refund dates vary according to the nature and
length of the course.
A student who
is withdrawn by the University for disciplinary reasons, for non-payment of
expenses, or for other similar reasons is not eligible for any refunds.
Refund checks
will be mailed to the student’s home address unless the University is
otherwise notified. The Financial Affairs Office requires up to 30 days to
process all refunds.
Tax Credits for Students
Thanks to new
legislation that recognizes the importance of higher education and the cost of
attending college, many
TSUD students will be eligible for credit on their federal tax returns. Eligible student taxpayers will see their federal income
tax reduced because of their enrollment in college courses. Information
concerning the Hope Scholarship Tax Credit and the Lifelong Learning Tax Credit
may be obtained by contacting the Fiscal Records Clerk in the Business Office, Malone
Hall 118, (334) 983-6556, ext. 1212.
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Financial Aid
It has been
recognized that the cost of attending institutions of post-secondary education
is greater than many families can handle alone. Financial aid exists so that
students may receive supplementary funds to offset these expenses. Although it
is primarily the responsibility of the student and his family to pay college
costs, this is not always possible. In such cases, the student should apply for
financial aid to supplement family resources.
In order to determine the existence and extent of a student’s financial need, a
‘‘need analysis’’ is required. A need analysis is a systematic, consistent
process in which a family’s resources are considered and a ‘‘family
contribution’’ toward the student’s college expenses is determined. The
difference between the family contribution and the educational cost is
considered ‘‘need’’ which may be met by the various types of financial aid.
Troy State University Dothan utilizes the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA) system of need analysis.
Financial aid
may be in the form of grants, loans, scholarships, or employment.
To determine
financial aid benefits for undergraduate students, the following guidelines are
used for course load status:
| 100% |
12 or more hours |
| 75% |
9-11 hours |
| 50% |
6-8 hours |
To determine
financial aid benefits for graduate students, the following guidelines are used
for course load status:
| 100% |
8 or more hours
|
| 75% |
6-7
hours |
| 50% |
4-5
hours |
(The
above hours apply to all financial aid students no matter what the school
defines as full-time, 3/4 time, or 1/2 time as noted in the credit load
section of the Bulletin.)
Grants
TROY-Dothan participates in the following grant programs:
Federal Pell Grant
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
Alabama State Incentive Grant
Grants are
entitlement programs providing funds to eligible undergraduate students. The
amount of each grant is determined by the financial need of the applicant and
the cost of education.
Students must
reapply for federal aid every year. Students must also be aware that their
financial aid does not automatically “transfer” with them if they change
institutions. Students changing schools must check with their new institution to
find out what steps to take to continue receiving financial aid.
Students who
are residents of Alabama who submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
are automatically considered for the Alabama State Grant Program, which is based
primarily on income.
Loans
Troy State University Dothan participates in
the following loan programs.
A subsidized
Federal Stafford Loan is a guaranteed loan on which the federal government pays
the interest while the borrower is in school. An unsubsidized Federal Stafford
Loan is a guaranteed loan on which the borrower is responsible for paying the
interest. Students are reminded that federal loan funds are intended for
educational purposes as defined by regulation.
In addition, the University has a legal and moral obligation to insure
that students do not incur more debt than is necessary to complete their
education. Undergraduate students may borrow up to $2,625 for the first year of
study, $3,500 for the second year, and $5,500 for the third and fourth years of
study. Graduate students may borrow up to $8,500 per year.
Repayment, plus interest, begins six months after the student graduates,
drops below half time enrollment,
or leaves school. All students must show need to qualify.
Veterans’ Benefits
Veterans’ Educational GI Bill benefits are available for all eligible veterans
and their dependents. To receive these benefits while attending
Troy State University Dothan, students must be admitted and enrolled in an approved
program of study. The TSUD Office of Financial Aid and Veterans’ Affairs will
certify to the VA that students are enrolled and pursuing courses in an approved
program of study. Students interested in VA benefits should call the Financial
Aid and Veterans’ Affairs Office (ext. 1255) or visit the office in Malone
Hall, Room 219. Students may also receive assistance from the TSUD Fort Rucker
Location Office on post.
Scholarships
The Alabama
National Guard Educational Assistance Program (ANGEAP) is a state assistance
program established by the Alabama Legislature. It is designed to provide
financial assistance to Alabama National Guard members who are residents of
Alabama and are enrolled in a degree program at an accredited, in-state,
postsecondary institution. Eligible Guard members can receive up to $500 per
term for a maximum of $1,000 annually, less any
Veterans’ Administration educational benefits received. Applications
can be obtained through the National Guard Unit Commander.
The Technology
Scholarship Program for Alabama Teachers (TSPAT) is a state-funded student aid
program that provides tuition and fees assistance to certified teachers employed
full-time in Alabama Public Schools. Funds may be applied to training in the use
of integrating technology into school curricula. Teachers may receive awards to
cover three education technology courses approved by the state. At TSUD, these
courses are EDU 6605, EDU 6606, and EDU 6607. Teachers must repay the Alabama
Commission on Higher Education for any course for which they received funding
and which is not successfully completed.
The Police
Officer’s and Firefighter’s Survivors Educational Assistance Program is
designed to assist spouses and dependents of law enforcement officers and
firefighters killed in the line of duty.
TROY-Dothan
Scholarships
Troy State University Dothan offers a limited number of scholarships for
currently enrolled, transfer, and new students.
Listed below are the individual scholarships available, the duration of
each award, and the special requirements for obtaining and maintaining each
scholarship.
Junior College Transfer Scholarships
Two-year (4
semesters) half-tuition scholarships available to current graduates (Fall Semester 2003, Spring Semester 2004, or
Summer Term 2004) of Enterprise-Ozark Community College, George C. Wallace State Community College at Dothan, Lurleen B. Wallace State Junior College in Andalusia, Chipola Junior College,
and Bainbridge Junior College. To be eligible, an applicant’s overall college GPA must be at least 3.5 (4.0 scale).
Recipients must maintain a GPA of at least 3.5 (4.0 scale) to maintain
this scholarship.
Presidential Scholarship
Two-year (4
semesters) full-tuition scholarship available to undergraduate students who
have a minimum Enhanced ACT score of 26 (SAT 1170) and an overall college GPA of at least 3.8 (4.0 scale).
Recipients must maintain a GPA of at least 3.5 (4.0 scale) to maintain
this scholarship.
Vice President’s Scholarship
Two-year (4
semesters) three-fourths tuition scholarship available to undergraduate
students who have a minimum Enhanced ACT score of 24 (SAT 1100) and an overall
college GPA of at least 3.5 (4.0 scale)Recipients
must maintain a GPA of at least 3.25 (4.0 scale) to maintain this scholarship.
Dean’s Scholarship
Two-year (4
semesters) half-tuition scholarship available to undergraduate students who have
a minimum Enhanced ACT score of 22 (SAT 1030) and an overall college GPA of at least 3.25 (4.0 scale). Recipients must
maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 (4.0 scale) to maintain this scholarship.
Student Affairs Scholarships
Two-year (4
semesters) half-tuition scholarships available to undergraduate
students currently enrolled at TSUD (currently registered
for classes at
TSUD) who demonstrate academic potential
and financial/personal need. Applicants must have
applied for Federal Student Aid and have received a response prior to applying
for the Student Affairs Scholarship. Recipients must have an overall college GPA of at least
2.75 (4.0 scale) and must maintain a GPA of at least 2.75 (4.0 scale) to
maintain this scholarship.
Robert M. Paul Memorial Scholarship
Troy State University Dothan provides a tuition-waiver scholarship in memory of
Robert M. Paul, first president of Troy State University Dothan. This
scholarship is a one-year (2
semesters) full-tuition scholarship available to undergraduate students who have
an overall college GPA of at least
3.0 (4.0 scale). Recipient must
demonstrate financial need, must be a hard working student, and must possess the
highest moral character. Applicant
references should address these specific criteria, and the applicant should
address financial need.
Douglas C.
Patterson Leadership Scholarship (Graduate)
Troy State University Dothan
provides a tuition-waiver scholarship to uphold the legacy of excellence
in leadership, integrity, and intelligence as demonstrated by Dr.
Douglas C. Patterson, TSU System Vice Chancellor and former Interim
President of TSUD. This
one-year (2 semesters) scholarship covers up to 9 hours of
in-state, graduate tuition only. Recipients must be first-time graduate students
in the fall semester and must be
admitted unconditionally into the College of Education. Preference will be given to applicants who have been in
leadership roles in recognized school or community clubs and
organizations. Applicants
must submit a statement (limited to one page) expressing their
history of and their commitment to leadership. They must also include in the last paragraph of that essay their
intended leadership efforts on behalf of TSUD (these can be TSUD clubs
and organizations, TSUD SGA, or community related organizations). The applicant’s application for this scholarship must be
endorsed and signed by the Dean of the College of Education with his or
her signature at the bottom of their essay page.
Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Scholarship
Two-year (4
semesters) half-tuition scholarships available to current two-year college transfer
students who are/were members in good standing of Phi Theta Kappa.
Recipients must maintain a GPA of at least 3.5 (4.0 scale) to maintain
this scholarship.
Jack R.
Sublette Memorial
Scholarship
Troy State University Dothan provides a
tuition-waiver scholarship in memory of Dr. Jack R. Sublette who served
Troy State University Dothan as a professor, Vice President for Student
Affairs, Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Executive Vice
President and who established the scholarship program at TSUD. This
scholarship is a one-year (2 semesters) full-tuition scholarship
available to a TSUD undergraduate student who is of junior or
senior status (completed at least 60 semester hours) and
who is majoring in Arts and Sciences. The student must be a full-time undergraduate student at
TSUD during the semesters in which the scholarship is used. The student must have a
TSUD cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 (4.0 scale). The three
references must be completed by TSUD faculty members. The student must submit an essay of not more than 500 words
answering the question: What
event or activity has strengthened your motivation to pursue a career in
Arts and Sciences and why?
TSUD proudly
offers the following scholarships provided by donations from individuals,
groups, organizations, and corporations.
Broughton W. &
Marion R. Connell Memorial Leadership Scholarships (Undergraduate)
These scholarships were established through a trust created by the Connell
family and honor Broughton and Marion Connell, business and agricultural
leaders in Dothan. Each four-year scholarship covers full time (12
hours) in-state tuition and all mandatory fees (technology and
instructional) for two semesters in each year (fall
and spring semesters only)
and for a total of eight semesters.
Applicants must be incoming freshmen
in the fall semester who are admitted unconditionally into a degree program at TSUD.
Applicants must
have a minimum ACT composite score of 22 or a minimum SAT I score of
1030 along with a minimum high school GPA of 3.0 (4.0 scale). Preference will be given to applicants in leadership roles in
recognized school or community clubs and organizations. Applicants must submit a
statement (limited to one
page) explaining “What Leadership Means to Me” in their application
packet along with reference letters that address the applicant’s
leadership qualities and skills. To maintain this scholarship,
recipients must maintain a TSUD
overall
GPA of 3.2 (4.0 scale).
Broughton W. &
Marion R. Connell Memorial Leadership Scholarships (Graduate)
These scholarships were
established through a trust created by the Connell family and honor
Broughton and Marion Connell, business and agricultural leaders in
Dothan. Each two-year scholarship covers full time (9 hours only)
in-state, graduate tuition and all mandatory fees (technology and
instructional) for a total of four
semesters. Applicants must
be first-time graduate students in the fall semester who have no graduate credit and who are
admitted
unconditionally into the TSUD Graduate School. Preference will be given to applicants with an undergraduate GPA
of 3.0 (4.0 scale) or higher and who have been in leadership roles in
recognized school or community clubs and organizations. Applicants must submit a statement (limited to one
page) explaining “What Leadership Means to Me” in their application
packet along with reference letters that address the applicant’s
leadership qualities and skills. To maintain this scholarship,
recipients must maintain a TSUD overall
GPA of 3.5 (4.0 scale).
Sumter Hilman Majors, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
(Graduate)
The Sumter Hilman Majors, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by
Dr. Elizabeth and Mr. Hilman Majors, Sr. in memory of their son.
This scholarship is applicable toward tuition and fees at TSUD.
Recipients must be graduate students enrolled in a graduate program in the College of
Education, must demonstrate financial need and high moral character, and must
maintain at least a 3.0 GPA for each
semester receiving this award. The
amount and duration of the scholarship varies annually.
George H. Malone Memorial Scholarship
The George H. Malone Scholarship
recognizes the legacy and contributions of Mr. Malone, lifelong resident
of the Wiregrass. This scholarship
is available to an incoming full-time freshman who is majoring in a
business field.
The student must have a high school GPA of 3.0 (4.0
scale), must demonstrate good moral character based on submitted written
references, and must have a well-rounded school career as an individual
by participation in extracurricular and/or community service.
First priority will be given to eligible candidates who reside
within a 50 mile radius of TSUD. The
scholarship will not be given to students who reside outside a 100 mile
radius of TSUD. Recipients
must maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 (4.0 scale) for each semester to maintain this scholarship.
The amount and duration of the scholarship varies annually.
George Y. & Johnnie R. Malone Perpetual Memorial
Scholarship
This scholarship has been established by the children of George Y. and Johnnie
R. Malone in memory of their parents. This scholarship is available to undergraduate students who have an overall
college GPA of at least 3.0 (4.0 scale).
The student must be a resident of
Houston County and must demonstrate financial need.
The
amount and duration of the
scholarship varies annually.
Edgar
Bernard McDaniel Memorial Scholarship
Friends and colleagues at
McDaniel and Associates have established the McDaniel Scholarship in
honor of Mr. E. B. McDaniel, Dothan’s first CPA, in recognition of his
many contributions to the accounting field and the Dothan community.
This scholarship is available to undergraduate students
who have a minimum GPA of at least 3.2 (4.0 scale) and
who are majoring in accounting.
Recipient must maintain at least a GPA of 3.2 (4.0 scale) for each
semester to maintain this scholarship.
The student must demonstrate leadership qualities and skills and
must demonstrate financial need. Applicant
should address financial need, and applicant's references should address
student's leadership qualities and skills.
The amount and duration of the scholarship varies annually.
Ruth Elizabeth LaPointe Milner Scholarships
The Ruth Elizabeth LaPointe Milner Scholarships were established in honor
of Mrs. Milner by her husband Cecil. There are two scholarships
provided in Mrs. Milner's name. These two scholarships are available to undergraduate students who are mothers,
housewives, or widows who have made careers as homemakers and who now seek to
achieve a degree in business. Students
must demonstrate financial need.
The amount and duration of the scholarships varies annually.
National Alumni Association Scholarship
This scholarship is a one-year (2
semesters) scholarship available to a deserving full-time student who is of freshman
status and who has earned no more than 30 semester hours at a college or
university. The scholarship will
pay $300.00 per semester toward tuition for two consecutive semesters, fall and spring.
Jim and Glenda Rose Scholarship
The Jim and Glenda Rose Scholarship Fund was established as a perpetual
testimony to all those individuals who assisted the Roses throughout their
college years. This scholarship is applicable toward tuition and fees at
TSUD.
Recipients must be graduates of an Alabama public school, must have at
least a 3.0 average (4.0 scale) at graduation from high school and on all
college work completed, must demonstrate financial need, and must maintain
at least a 3.0 GPA for each semester receiving
this award. Preference will be
given to students who are self-supporting or currently holding a full- or
part-time job. The amount and
duration of the scholarship varies annually.
TSUD-Foundation Car Tag Scholarships
Supported
by funds from the annual TSUD (TSU Foundation) Car Tag Drive, these scholarships
are available to incoming freshmen who have no college credit and who demonstrate leadership potential and a
history of academic excellence. Applicant references should address these criteria.
Scholarships will pay for books and instructional supplies from the TSUD Bookstore up to a maximum of $250.00 per semester for two consecutive
semesters, fall and spring.
Employment
The University provides employment for students through work-study. The Federal
Work-Study Program is available to qualified students who demonstrate a
financial need. Students are employed on campus at current minimum wage.
Students are also advised to contact the Placement Office for information about
part-time and full-time employment. Additional student aid may be obtained
through veteran benefits, Marine Officer programs, vocational rehabilitation,
and Alabama Benefits for Children of the Blind.
Additional Information
Applications for financial aid and a more detailed explanation of aid may be
obtained by contacting the Office of Financial Aid,
Troy State University Dothan,
Dothan, Alabama 36304. Students applying for assistance prior to March 1 will be
given priority in the allocation for funds available for the coming academic
year. Students applying after that date may receive assistance if funds are
available.
TSUD
makes every
effort to insure that the information in this Bulletin is accurate at the time
of printing. However, errors and omissions may occur, and policies or procedures
may need alteration during an academic year. Fees and other charges, courses,
requirements and conditions are subject to change without notice.
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