DCB catalog 2022-24

24 General Information Western Undergraduate Exchange States Tuition Policy The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) provides for a special tuition rate for nonresident students from participating states. Currently, the following states participate Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. Midwestern Student Exchange Program Tuition Policy The Midwestern Student Exchange Program (MSEP) provides a special tuition rate for non-resident students from participating states. Currently, the following states participate Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Tuition Incentive Program The State Board of Higher Education has approved a tuition incentive program for non-resident dependents and spouses of North Dakota University System (NDUS) campus graduates. The program allows qualifying students to attend an NDUS institution at a rate of 150% of the resident tuition plus all applicable fees. Student Services and Campus Life Financial Aid at Dakota College at Bottineau Dakota College, through federal financial aid programs and local resources, attempts to provide adequate financial assistance to students who demonstrate a legitimate financial need. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed by all students requesting assistance from Dakota College. The application is available online at studentaid.gov. Students interested in applying for financial aid should contact the Financial Aid Office. Application procedures and programs available are outlined below. Applying for Aid All students are urged to apply for aid! Applicants must: 1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The application is available electronically at studentaid.gov. Dakota College’s code is 002995. 2. Respond immediately to any request for additional information needed by the Financial Aid Office. Federal financial aid applications for fall enrollment that are processed on or before our priority/processing date will be given first consideration for federal, state and institutional financial assistance. Applications received after our priority/processing date will be considered on a fund available basis. Students should apply as soon as possible after the FAFSA opens each year. SOME FUNDS ARE LIMITED! Priority processing dates may change based on the federal FAFSA opening date. Financial Aid Programs Available Programs requiring the FAFSA application for determination of eligibility are: 1. Federal Pell Grant A federal entitlement program, Pell grant provides funds to students who demonstrate a financial need in meeting college costs. As a grant, it does not need to be paid back if students adequately meet eligibility standards. 2. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) These grants are available to a limited number of undergraduate students with exceptional need and will be offered only to students who qualify for Pell Grants. 3. Federal Work Study (FWS) Students eligible for financial aid may receive FWS for the year. A variety of jobs are available on campus and a list of positions is made available to students upon enrollment. 4. Direct Loans (Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan) Students may be eligible to receive a fixed low interest guaranteed student loan from the federal government. Currently, depending upon eligibility a student may be able to borrow up to $3,500 per year as a freshman or $4,500 as a sophomore.