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	Financial Aid
	Southwest University offers interest free monthly payment plans. Prospective students should consult their human resources office to learn if their employer provides tuition assistance and when it is paid. Southwest University accommodates tuition assistance programs.


	Military
	Military members on active duty and reservists eligible for Tuition Assistance and DANTES benefits may receive enrollment and processing assistance from specialized personnel. Southwest University participates in the education programs sponsored by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The University has trained personnel who will assist prospective students in enrollment and processing with VA. Prospective students who are eligible for GI Bill or VEAP benefits and are seeking tuition assistance under one of these programs need to first contact the local VA office or education officer to receive an eligibility certificate. See information regarding DANTES, VETERANS, and Montgomery GI Bill.


	Student Withdrawal / Refund Policy
	A student may withdraw from a course or program at any time and in any manner. However, the University request that the intent be confirmed in writing. The date of withdrawal is the date the initial notification is received by Southwest University. Any money due the student will be refunded within 30 days of the withdrawal request. If the enrollment is cancelled within five (5) calendar days after midnight of the day on which the enrollment agreement is signed, the student will receive a refund of all monies paid to Southwest University. If the enrollment is cancelled more than five (5) calendar days after midnight of the day on which the enrollment agreement is signed, the University will retain a registration fee of either $200 or 20 percent of the tuition (not to exceed $200). If the enrollment is cancelled after completing at least one lesson assignment but less than 50 percent of course assignments, the University will retain a percentage of refundable tuition which shall not exceed the following: Up to and including 10 percent of the course, 10 percent of the refundable tuition (tuition charges remaining after subtracting the non-refundable fee already retained). Between 10 percent and 25 percent of the course, 25 percent of the refundable tuition. Between 25 percent and 50 percent of the course, 50 percent of the refundable tuition. After completing more than half the course, the University shall be entitled to retain the entire total course tuition.

	Deferment
	If financial or personal difficulties arise, the student is required to make appropriate arrangements with the Business Office. Students who fail to make satisfactory arrangements are subject to suspension and/or termination.


	Suspension / Termination
	The University reserves the right to suspend or terminate any student for the following: Failure to maintain tuition payments as per contract agreement. Failure to communicate with the University within a 90 day period. Transcripts, grade reports, and student study materials will be withheld until current obligations are satisfied. A student will be terminated should any records or work submitted for credit prove to be falsified.

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