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If a student decides not to remain on campus in fall 2020 because all of the student’s classes were made online, does the student lose the Hope or any other scholarships as if the student took a semester off from college?
If a student remains enrolled in all online classes, his or her scholarship(s) will continue just as for in-person courses. If a student will not be enrolled in any classes, the student can request a leave of absence from the scholarship(s) by submitting a Scholarship Appeal Form—and official documentation supporting the claim.
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Will students still be allowed to participate in the Federal Work Study Program if positions are available?
Yes.
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When will CARES Act COVID-19 relief funds become available for students who have submitted requests?
Those funds are now available. To seek assistance from this program, go to https://www.utc.edu/student-outreach/student-emergency-fund/index.php.
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For out-of-state students whose classes are now online, is there any concession to match their tuition to in-state tuition levels?
No. Undergraduate students from one of the eight states bordering Tennessee and South Carolina have already qualified for a reduced tuition rate.
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Is there any consideration for meal credits or Mocs Bucks to carry over to allow flexibility for students with dining plans for fall semester, if needed?
No. Unused Mocs Bucks and Board Meals balances expire at the end of each semester.
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If a student’s fall schedule is made up entirely of online classes, is that reflected in the fall billing?
Yes. Online-only programs have different fee structures.
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How can I get more information about tuition insurance?
Complete information can be found here: gradguard.com/tuition
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Is a campus shutdown covered under tuition insurance?
No, but if a student contracts COVID-19 and must be excused from the University for medical reasons, that circumstance is covered by tuition insurance.
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Are tuition rates reduced if a class is online?
No, but if conditions outside a student’s control force an online class format, the Online Access Fee is assessed.
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Are any costs for online courses discounted for fall, or are all classes a flat rate regardless of the number of online classes on a student’s schedule?
Online classes have not been discounted; standard fee schedules still apply. The only change is if a traditional, on-campus student is taking an online course, the Online Access Fee is not assessed. If a student is in a fully online program, the Online Access Fee is assessed.
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Will fall parking fees be prorated?
No, parking rates will not be prorated for fall 2020 semester.
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Students experiencing financial hardships are encouraged to apply to the Denise and Tim Downey Student Emergency Fund.
Some examples of relief include:
- Books and supplies
- Items lost to fire, theft, flood, etc.
- Housing needs
- One-time or nonrecurring medical expenses
- Emergency expenses related to dependents (e.g. childcare).
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We will make every effort to ensure students do not fall behind or are penalized for being sick and missing class. If a student misses class due to COVID-19 or being asked to self-isolate after contact tracing identifies them for potential exposure, the student should notify professors and Student Outreach and Support.