2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook ● Health College Policies and Procedures Page 78 Office of Financial Aid The Office of Financial Aid is dedicated to assisting students in making well-informed decisions regarding the funding of their education at NSU. The office administers grants, scholarships, student employment, and loans and prepares student financial aid offers based on federal and state regulations and institutional guidelines. It provides information on the application processes for financial aid, student employment, and veterans educational benefits and counsels students on proactive debt management strategies and financial literacy. The office also monitors student Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) for financial aid eligibility and awards scholarships from internal and external sources. Students may receive financial aid guidance in person, by email, by telephone, or virtually. For more details, including contact information, visit nova.edu/financial-aid/index.html or call (954) 262-3380 or 800-541-6682, ext. 23380. Return of Title IV Funds Any student who withdraws from all Title IV-eligible courses within an academic semester may be required to return unearned financial aid funds. The Return of Title IV Funds regulation is based on the premise that students earn financial aid for each calendar day they attend classes. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with a financial aid counselor before dropping or withdrawing from courses, so they may be prepared for what may happen to their financial aid. For complete information, please review nova.edu/financial-aid/. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) To receive financial aid, a student must continually meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements established by the Department of Education. These progress requirements include the following three criteria: qualitative (grade point average), maximum time frame (total allowable credits), and pace (overall credits completed). Students who fail to meet SAP during the 2026–2027 academic year will not be eligible for Title IV federal and Florida state financial aid during the 2027–2028 academic year. Comprehensive information is available on the financial aid website at nova.edu/sap. Veterans Educational Benefits The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) educational benefits are designated to provide eligible individuals with an opportunity for educational and career growth. Detailed information regarding veteran benefits at NSU is available online at nova.edu/financial-aid/veterans. Students may also contact the NSU Veterans Benefits Office by calling (954) 262-7236 or toll free at 800-541-6682, ext., 27236, Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.; by emailing vabenefits@nova.edu; or by visiting the veteran benefits office in the William and Norma Horvitz Administration Building on the Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus. Students may also learn about their education benefits by visiting the Department of Veterans Affairs online at va.gov or by contacting the VA at 888-442-4551. Veterans Affairs (VA) Payment Policy In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679 subsection (e) of the Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018, Nova Southeastern University (NSU) will not impose a penalty on any student using veterans education benefits under Chapter 31 (Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment) or Chapter 33 (Post 9/11 GI Bill®) because of the individual’s inability to meet financial obligations to the institution due to the delayed disbursement of funding from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). NSU will not • prevent the student from attending or participating in the course of education during periods in which there is a delayed disbursement • assess late payment fees if the financial obligation is fully funded by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) • require the student to secure alternative or additional funding for delayed disbursements
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