Tuition Refund Process for Withdrawal due to Service Obligations
- Military tuition assistance is awarded to a student under the assumption that the student will attend school for the entire period for which the assistance is awarded. When a student withdraws, the student may no longer be eligible for the full amount of funds originally awarded. In instances when a Service member stops attending due to a military service obligation, the University will work with the affected Service member to identify solutions that will not result in a student debt for the returned portion.
- To comply with the new Department of Defense policy, Clark Atlanta University will return any unearned funds on a prorate basis on or before completing 60% of the semester/term for which the funds were provided. The amount returned is based on the student’s last day of attendance. Funds are earned proportionally during an enrollment period, with unearned funds returned based upon when a student stops attending. After the 60% period there will be no reduction of the original charges and they are due and payable in full. The calculation is made using weeks remaining divided by the total number of weeks in the term and rounding the result downward to the nearest whole 10 percent. These funds are returned to the military service branch within 60 days of the student’s withdrawal
Please review the CAU Student Accounts (Student Accounts Receivables Home (cau.edu)) webpage as it pertains to any balance not covered by your Veterans benefits.
Fall and Spring Semesters (Traditional and Online Programs)
- Weeks 1-2: 100% Return
- Weeks 3-5: 75% Return
- Weeks 6-9: 50% Return
- Weeks 10-11: 25% Return (60% of course is completed)
- Weeks 11+: 0% Return
Please review the CAU Student Accounts (Student Accounts Receivables Home (cau.edu)) webpage as it pertains to any balance not covered by your Veterans benefits.
Fall and Spring Semesters (Traditional and Online Programs)
Information about CDR – Can we use the link for the CDR?
It should be updated with the correct information for the CDR by the end of the week.
https://dev-cau.pantheonsite.io/financialaid/how-to-apply-for-loans.html
Clark Atlanta University follows military policies and processes for the military Tuition Assistance (TA) program for eligible members of the Armed Services.
Each service has its own criteria for eligibility, obligated service, application process and restrictions. It is recommended that you speak with your Educational Services Officer (ESO) or counselor within your military service to determine which VA or Military benefit(s) you qualify for. Follow the links for information for your particular service:
You should NEVER schedule classes until approval from your ESO is obtained. After you have determined your eligibility and have received approval to utilize TA, you must bring proof of eligibility to the Dean of Students in the Office of Student Affairs, Acadian Center, Room 112. The Dean of Students will work with financial aid, the Business Office, and veterans affairs to financially clear you for the semester. This must be turned in at least two (2) business days prior to the payment deadline for the upcoming semester.
