Postwithdrawal disbursement to student for earned Title IV funds in excess of outstanding current (educational related) charges will be made as soon as possible after the date the school determined the student withdrew but no later than 180 days. Notification to the student of outcome of late request for a postwithdrawal disbursement to the student (request received by school after the specified period and school chooses not to make disbursement) will be made as soon as possible. If a student withdraws from all classes, the student is encouraged to contact the Financial Aid office before doing so. The consequences of withdrawing from all classes can be explained at that time. When a student withdraws from all classes, a balance due to DTS could result because of lost scholarships and unearned aid being returned.
TUITION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS PAYMENT PLAN (TMS) The seminary recommends that entering students come with sufficient funds for at least one semester. For students who are unable to pay their expenses in full, financing in the form of a monthly payment plan with no interest for tuition and fees is available at the time of registration.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
International students may apply for tuition scholarships and on-campus employment. To be considered for aid, incoming students must be approved for enrollment in a regular program of study and pursue study under the F-1 or J–1 (student) visas. New international applicants who will require aid are encouraged to file their applications by January 31, as all international aid is assigned by March 31 for the following academic year. International applicants should be aware that competition for available scholarships is heavy and that grants are made only to the most highly qualified candidates, with respect to ministry experience, ministry potential, support from a sponsoring organization, and academic background. Applications for aid to international students are reviewed by the Financial Aid Committee. Students who are awarded an international scholarship should be aware that acceptance of a tuition scholarship obligates them to leave the United States upon completion of their program. For a listing of the available scholarships and eligibility requirements, see the General Information section of this catalog.
Students must apply for TMS online (www.afford.com) or call TMS (800-722-4867) prior to the semester they plan to attend. Enrollment fees do apply. Please note that fees are subject to change. More information about monthly payment plans is available online at www.dts.edu/financialaid. Questions regarding the monthly payment plan should be directed to the bursar in the Advising Center.
GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPS
SCHOLARSHIPS
CONTINUATION OF SCHOLARSHIP
DOCTORAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS Doctoral scholarships are available for students in the Doctor of Philosophy program who meet the scholarship criteria. For a listing of the available scholarships and eligibility requirements, see the General Information section of this catalog.
MINORITY STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS DTS provides a significant amount of aid each year to qualified American-born minority students. Minority students are required to reapply each semester that aid is needed using the standard financial aid application form. Applications for aid are reviewed by the Financial Aid Committee. For a
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
The seminary reserves the right to amend the Title IV Return of Funds Policy at any time in order to comply with Federal regulations.
listing of the available scholarships and eligibility requirements, see the General Information section of this catalog.
General scholarships are available to students who do not meet the criteria for other scholarships. Applications for aid are reviewed by the Director of Financial Aid and the Financial Aid Committee. For a listing of the available scholarships and eligibility requirements, see the General Information section of this catalog. Scholarships must be approved each semester. Students who postpone enrollment must reapply for scholarship for the semester they plan to attend. Current students are required to reapply each semester that aid is needed.
OTHER SOURCES OF FINANCIAL AID
Additional financial aid is available through veterans’ benefits, foundation grants, denominational support, employers, and nonprofit organizations. For a listing of the available scholarships and eligibility requirements, see the General Information section of this catalog. 117