Entrance Guide 2022-23

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Resources to support your Financial Aid Award, and next steps inside!

H EL LO FUTUR E WARRI OR! Hello Future Warrior.

This is it. This is the moment that you, your family, and your greatest supporters have worked so hard to achieve. It’s the moment where your talents, your relentless grit, your personal experiences, and all of your future aspirations intersect- it’s time to view your scholarships, award package, and pursue a college degree!

On behalf of Midland University, it is my privilege to welcome you to a vibrant, active, and diverse campus community. A campus that is proud of the traditions and accomplishments of so many generations of Warriors (shout out to Warrior class of ‘07!) and a campus that supports the passions of those that choose to bear the Warrior name in the future.

So, you’re in. Now what? Similar to the support you can expect as a Midland student, we are committed to offering individualized attention to you as you navigate the Admissions process. We understand the road to college can feel a little scary and that there are quite a few tasks to accomplish. But don’t worry, you aren’t in this alone! We are thrilled to provide you with the enclosed Midland University Entrance Guide which not only outlines the details of your financial aid award and scholarship information, but also explains the resources offered to you as a Midland University student. This guide is a keeper!

Our hope is that you keep this Entrance Guide close by and reference it often as your dream of becoming #MidlandBound becomes a reality. A few key next steps I’d like to point out to you include: •

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View and Understand your Financial Aid Award: We have attached a PDF version of your financial aid award plus this Entrance Guide to support you as you view and begin to understand your award. Resources in the Entrance Guide include steps to securing your funds in Warrior Central, and the resources available to you as you navigate your educational costs. This guide is jam packed with information!

Submit your Enrollment Deposit: Your deposit reserves your spot in the upcoming class of Warriors and will unlock priority registration information for upcoming events.

Log into your Midland email address and Warrior Central portal to accept your Financial Aid Award: A new Midland email address, how exciting! Log into this email account and check it often! This is how Midland’s professional teams will communicate with you moving forward.

A member of the Midland team will be in touch with you soon. Please know we look forward to walking alongside you as you solidify your decision to attend Midland University and as you start your journey of being a Warrior.

This is it. It’s time to create the future of your choosing, and we are just along for the ride!

Warmly,

Lori Ethier

Lori Ethier Vice President for Undergraduate Enrollment and Marketing Warrior Class 2007

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WH AT ’ S INSIDE? Similar to what you can expect as a Midland student, we are committed to offering individualized support as you navigate the Admissions process. We understand the road to college can feel a little scary and that there are quite a few tasks to accomplish.

Let’s get started!

WA R R I OR TIME LIN E View and Understand your Financial Aid Award

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Submit your Enrollment Deposit

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Log into your Midland email address and Warrior Central portal to accept your Financial Aid Award

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Connect with us! __ Connect on Social __ Log into Warrior Email

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Housing Registration and Fall 2022 Information Available

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Complete Health Records

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Complete Placement Exam

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Sign up for New Student Registration Events (Events are held in-person and virtually beginning in May of 2022)

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Complete Financial Aid Documents: ___ Master Promissory Note March ___ Entrance Counseling ___ Annual Student Loan Acknowledgment Apply for Campus Work Study

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Determine Payment Plan

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Send Final Transcripts + Purchase Books

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Housing Contracts Released

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Warrior Tip:

Be on the lookout for these “Warrior Tips” throughout the booklet. These tips will highlight key steps of the Admissions process that are sure to set you up for long term success.

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#M I D L A N DB OUND Now that life as a Midland Warrior is starting to take shape, we look forward to walking through next steps with you. Below you will find details which outline the important tasks ahead as you prepare for a successful start in 2022!

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View and Understand your Financial Aid Award: Click on the attached PDF of your financial aid award, and tap into Midland resources such as our Anticipated Cost Calculator, payment plan information and more beginning on page 4 of the Entrance Guide.

Once you understand your award and are ready to accept your aid, you will need to follow the steps on page 6 of this guide to log into Warrior Central and accept your scholarships, grants, loans, etc.

2. Submit Enrollment Deposit (Application Portal)

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Click Submit Payment. Traditional undergraduate students pay a $200 deposit. International students will need to work closely with their Admissions Counselor on this step as their amounts differ.

Enter payment information and done! Your deposit holds your spot in housing and for class registration.

As you complete this and other important next steps, your personalized checklist will update pending approval by the Admissions Office.

A NT I C I PATED COSTS WORKSHEET The details of your financial aid award, and how they apply your anticipated educational costs mark the beginning of your financial journey at Midland. This is also where we stand arm in arm with you to utilize resources like the Anticipated Costs Worksheet, payment plan options and loan information links attached to this guide.

In addition to the resources available to you, we have a team of trained professionals ready to assist at any time. Your Admissions counselor will be in touch soon to begin this conversation and if needed, connect you to other campus resources.

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Students will need to confirm their payment choices with the FA Office prior to the start of classes.

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RE SOU RC E S + TR A IN ED S U PP ORT STA FF: Your Admissions Counselor or Admissions Office: admissions@midlandu.edu Financial Aid Office: finaid@midlandu.edu Student Billing Office: studentbilling@midlandu.edu

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3. Log Into your Midland email address and WarriorCentral portal to accept your Financial Aid Award.

A new Midland email account, how exciting! Midland University uses an internal website, known as WarriorCentral to provide you access to all systems and information you will need as a current student. WarriorrCentral is where you will find your new Midland email address, accept your financial aid and view your student account.

Log into your Midland email account.

Go to my.midlandu.edu • Username: Firstname.Lastname (Insert the period in the correct spot) • Password: Midlandxxxx (last four digits of your SSN) (birth year for international students) • Your email address will be your Firstname.Lastname@midlandu.edu

*You may be directed to a single sign-on page like the one pictured above. If you are, enter your credentials as explained above without the @midlandu.edu portion of your email address.

Warrior Central and Single Sign-On (SSO) Midland University uses an internal website, known as WarriorCentral (my.midlandu.edu), to provide you access to every system, site, and tool you will need while attending. We recommend that you always start at WarriorCentral, so that it is the first system/link you go into for the day.

It will prompt you with a special sign-on page, a security verification page, before opening your personal dashboard.

If you are prompted to sign-in to additional security screens, please use your Midland credentials.

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*Once you have provided at least 2 of the methods and click Submit, you can use the Go To My Apps button to move on. Midland IT recommends entering both a personal email and phone for PIN recovery.

Once logged in my.midlandu.edu, click Most Used under the Tools tab, then click on Warrior Mail.

Accept your Financial Aid Package Access the My Financial Aid link via WarriorCentral using the left hand menu under Tools.

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As a reminder, your username is Firstname.Lastname and your password is Midlandxxxx (xxxx = last 4 digits of your social security number). Enter these values and pay close attention to the capitalization.

After logging on, please follow the instructions below to accept/reject your financial aid award.

• Click on My Financial Aid on the left hand side and select Award Letter.

• Click Review Award Detail.

• To accept an award, click the box under the Accept/Reject column.

• After you have clicked the boxes, please click Accept All Awards.

Note: Please email finaid@midlandu.edu if you would like to decline or reduce any awards.

Need further assistance with this part? Contact us! Contact information is available on page 4.

Note: If accepting from an iPad, you may need to change your screen view.

LIVE WITH PURPOSE When students choose Midland University, they become a part of something bigger than themselves.

They enter into a 137-year history of purpose, achievement, and leadership.

Midland is a place where students are known by name — and by their dreams. Midland meets students at the intersection of their talents and passions, and the needs of the world, where their life purpose is not only identified but refined and fulfilled.

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LO O K I N G A HE AD. ..BEGINNING I N M ARCH: After completing the steps above, continue to check your MidlandU email address. We will share important tips, connect you with other incoming Warriors, and keep you updated on fun campus events.

In March, new ‘to-do’ items will appear on your Application Portal. Here is a little more information about what you can expect.

4 . Housing Registration and Fall 2022 Information Available Use your admissions portal to indicate your plans to live on or off campus. Beginning in March you will be prompted by housing to apply for on campus housing or complete the necessary off campus paperwork.

For more information about your housing options, please visit:

5. Complete Health Records Midland uses an electronic medical records system called the Athletic Trainer System, or ATS, to track basic health information for all students (including non-athletes). For questions please contact: studenthealth@midlandu.edu.

6. Complete Placement Exam Success in college starts with enrolling in the right courses. As part of your preparation for a successful start at Midland, you will complete a placement exam to ensure you are enrolled in the most appropriate classes. This exam must be done before attending a New Student Registration event so you and your advisor have the best tools in hand when choosing your class schedule!

7. New Student Class Registration Events This event is the real deal. During this event you will come to campus to register for classes, meet your Student Success Advisor + other campus contacts, and take care of other important steps that will set you up for success your first year at Midland!

8. Complete Financial Aid Documents: Entrance Counseling, Master Promissory Note and Annual Student Loan Acknowledgment.

This process is intended to help borrowers better understand the responsibilities that they will be taking on with their loans. More information about this important (and mandatory!) step can be found on page 11.

Warrior Tip:

Social: Connect with us on social and tag @MidlandU as you share the exciting news that you are #MidlandBound!

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#M I D L A N DB OUND...LOOKI NG AHEAD BEGINNI N G I N S UM M ER : 9. Apply for Campus Work Study Positions Midland University offers on-campus employment, also known as Work Study, to all students.

Getting started is simple: you just need to apply for a position through Handshake on Midland University’s Career Studio page and be hired by the position supervisor. The link to this page can be found in Warrior Central from my.midlandu.edu 10. Determine Payment Plan (QR link available on page 12) Midland University offers multiple ways to pay your share of your educational costs. Payment arrangements are required by the first day of classes for both the fall and spring semesters. You may choose one or a combination of the options.

If you would like to begin making arrangements for your payment options, or speak to a member of our Billing team please contact studentbilling@midlandu.edu.

11. Send Final High School or College Transcripts to Midland

MOVE-IN DATES AUGUST 2022

FRIDAY, AUGUST 5TH Football, Volleyball, Men’s & Women’s Soccer Move-In

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MONDAY, AUGUST 22ND Cheer, Dance & Arts, Cross Country Move-In

THURSDAY, AUGUST 25TH 1st Year Move-In, Warrior Welcome Days Kick-Off

WARRIOR WELCOME DAYS 8/25 - 8/27

RETURNERS & TRANSFERS MOVE-IN 8/27 - 8/28

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28TH Meal Plan Starts

MONDAY, AUGUST 29TH First Day of Classes

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UN D ER G RA D UAT E ACADE MIC CALEN DAR FALL 2022 | TERM CODE 2223FA01 | 16 WEEKS

SPRING 2022 | TERM CODE 2223SP01 | 16 WEEKS

S E T UP FO R S UCC E S S

Academic calendars are subject to change. Subscribe to academiccalendar@midlandu.edu for updated information.

Questions should be directed to the Registrar’s Office: registrar@midlandu.edu or 402-941-6221

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER

1-on-1 advising model creates a partnership with advisors to ensure students have individualized support and resources.

Student

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Career Studio

MIDLAND 1:1

Success

Every undergraduate student receives and iPad + Apple pen to advance their education and digital fluency.

Midland 1:1

STUDENT SUCCESS Academic Resource Center

CAREER STUDIO

Build your resume. Develop new skills. Discover and apply your strengths in + out of the classroom.

ACADEMIC RESOURCE CENTER

Tutoring Center, Supplemental Instruction, Writing Center + Quiz Lab

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#M I D L A N DB OUND CO MPLE T IN G YO UR EN T R A N CE CO UNSE LIN G + M A ST ER PR O MI SSORY NOTE THIS PAGE IS REQUIRED for you to complete. It will take about 2025 minutes. If not completed your account will be put on hold.

If you are accepting Direct Subsidized and/or Unsubsidized Loans, loan requirements must be completed. Midland University is automatically notified by the Department of Education upon successful completion of the requirements.

First Time Borrowers at Midland University: 1.

Warrior Tip:

You will use your Financial Aid Award to fill out your Entrance Counseling on Warrior Central.

Log into www.studentaid.gov using your FSA ID. Please do not use the parent FSA ID.

2. Click on “Complete Loan Counseling.”

3. Click on “Start” to the right of Entrance Counseling.

4. Enter the information requested and continue through the screens until you reach the completion page.

5. Click on “Loan Agreement.”

6. Click on the “Start” to the right of the MPN for Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans.

7. Enter the information requested and continue through the screens until you reach the completion page.

You should now have completed your MPN and your EC. Good job!

Transfer Student Borrowers: If you have not received a Direct Loan disbursement within the last 6 months, you need to complete the EC and sign a new MPN. Please follow the instructions 1-7 above.

ADDITIONAL CAMPUS SUPPORT

Billing Office studentbilling@midlandu.edu or 402.941.6113

IT HelpDesk helpdesk@midlandu.edu or 402.941.6270

Admissions Office admissions@midlandu.edu or 800.642.8382

Financial Aid Office finaid@midlandu.edu or 402.941.6520 12

Student Affairs Office studentaffairs@midlandu.edu or 402.941.6404

University Registrar’s Office registrar@midlandu.edu or 402.941.6221

RESOURC E G UI D E: Payment Plan Information: Midland University offers multiple ways to pay your share of your educational costs. Payment arrangements are required by the first day of classes for both the fall and spring semesters.

You may choose one or a combination of the options. Learn more about your options on our website.

University Costs: The costs listed on your financial aid award are estimated 2022-23 costs. Final costs are typically approved in the Spring and will be included in your first bill which will be available to you in Summer 2022.

FA Undergraduate Guide: This additional resource published on our website is to provide you with a deeper understanding about the financial aid application process, your awards, procedures for finalizing your financial aid, and policies that may affect your eligibility.

Parent Plus Loan Information: The PLUS loan allows a credit-worthy parent to borrow to cover a student’s educational costs.

Parents can use their FSA ID to apply for the loan at www.studentaid.gov after April 1. For more information, please refer to our 2022-2023 Payment Information.

FASTChoice: Midland University encourages families to exhaust all of their Federal financial aid options before considering a private education loan. Students and parents are free to seek educational loans through any lender they choose. FASTChoice helps you to determine the right loan for you and your family.

International Student Resources: Interested in joining Midland University from abroad? Our trained professionals are here to provide you with personalized support and connect you with important next steps. Connect with us!

Work Study: Midland University offers on-campus employment, also known as Work Study, to all students.

Getting started is simple; you just need to apply for a position through Handshake on Midland University’s Career Studio page and be hired by the position supervisor.

Typical work assignments range from three to seven hours per week. In addition to providing additional finances, on-campus employment provides students an opportunity to gain professional experience with positions offered in administrative and faculty offices, the library, residence halls, and campus maintenance.

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G LO SS A RY OF FINANC I AL AI D + U NIVER S ITY TER MS Annual Student Loan Acknowledgment (ASLA): A new mandatory step in the loan process is intended to inform borrowers what they owe in federal student loans. For new borrowers, it will provide important information about student loans and can assist in planning for future borrowing. www.studentaid.gov.

ATS: Midland uses an electronic medical records system called the Athletic Trainer System, or ATS, to track basic health information for all students (including non-athletes).

Costs (of an object or action): Require the payment (of a specified sum of money) before it can be acquired or done.

Enrollment Deposit: Payment that confirms a student’s intent of attending Midland University and reserves a position for them in the entering class.

Entrance Counseling: A mandatory process that is intended to help borrowers better understand the responsibilities that they will be taking on with this federal loan. The goal is to lower the rates of delinquency and default in student loan borrowers. Required for all first time federal loan borrowers.

Federal Loan: Two types of direct loans are available to undergraduate students. Annual loan limits are based on the student’s grade level. A loan origination fee is deducted from the amount borrowed and is determined by the United States Department of Education. Repayment begins six months (grace period) after the student is no longer enrolled at least half-time. Interest is fixed for each loan each academic year as determined by the U.S. government. Find the latest loan rate information at www.studentloans.gov.

Federal Verification: Students and families may be selected by the federal government to verify the accuracy of the information reported on the FAFSA. If you are selected, you will be notified of the steps and documentation needed to complete this process.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG): This need-based grant is available to undergraduate students with exceptional financial need, with highest priority going to Pell Grant recipients.

Award amounts range from $100-$4,000.

Financial Hold: A type of restriction imposed by an institution as a result of a student not paying their fees in full.

Grant: A sum of money given by a government or other organization for a particular purpose.

Usually based on need; does not need to be repaid.

Loan: A thing that is borrowed, especially a sum of money that is expected to be paid back with interest. Some student loans are based on need, while others are not. The amount borrowed plus interest must be repaid.

Master Promissory Note: A legal document in which you promise to repay your loan(s) and any accrued interest and fees to the U.S. Department of Education. Required for all first time federal loan borrowers.

Nebraska Opportunity Grant (NOG): This grant, funded by the State of Nebraska, may be available to

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Nebraska residents who are eligible for Pell Grants or have substantial financial needs. The maximum award amount is based on available funding and legislative guidelines. As a general MU policy, these grants are usually less than $1,000.

Parent Plus Loan: Credit-worthy parents can borrow up to the cost of education minus all other financial aid offered to the student, including outside scholarships. The funds are received electronically by MU and are credited directly to the student’s account. Repayment usually begins 60 days after the second disbursement, which means most families begin payment on the loan in late March or early April.

After April 1, 2022, parents can use their FSA ID to apply for the loan at www.studentloans.gov.

Payment Plan: A plan to pay for the student’s share of the educational costs. Payment arrangements are required by the first day of classes.

Pell Grant: This need-based grant is available to undergraduate students with the greatest financial need.

For 2021-22, the maximum award amount for a full-time student is $6345, based on a formula and payment schedule issued by the U.S. Department of Education. These amounts are updated every year and if you are eligible, funds will be on your Financial Aid Award.

Private Loan: Students can borrow in their own name through a non-government loan. Students typically must have a credit-worthy co-signer since lenders assume more risk. Lenders may charge a higher interest rate, larger loan fees, or have more stringent credit requirements.

Scholarship: Academic study or achievement; learning of a high level. Usually based on academic qualifications or talent, does not need to be repaid.

Subsidized Loans: Students with financial need may qualify for this loan. The federal government pays interest while the student is enrolled in school at least half-time and will start accruing immediately after the student is no longer enrolled at least half-time.

Unsubsidized Loans: Need is not a criterion for this loan. Interest will begin accruing from the disbursement date. Students may choose to let the interest accrue while in school. Additional Unsubsidized Loan eligibility may be available to independent or dependent students whose parent is denied a Federal Direct PLUS Loan. Additional Unsubsidized Loan limits are $4000 each year for freshman or sophomores and $5000 each year as a junior or senior. Midland University recommends that students make interest payments to the lender during this time.

VA Benefits: Students utilizing Veterans’ Affairs benefits should start the process as soon as possible. More information is available here: https://www.va.gov/education/.

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