Good Afternoon!
This week we would like to introduce
you to frequently asked finance questions. As always, please remember to visit
Networth to access the Pre-Program Checklist to stay on top of weekly task items.
Frequently Asked Finance Questions:
When do I
complete FAFSA?
· Students are required to complete the
FAFSA each academic year to receive federal aid.
· FAFSA loans are available for review and
acceptance on Testudo
· Loans are disbursed typically 10-14 days
prior to the beginning of the semester
What is the
expected cost breakdown for an MBA student?
· Take a look here for a breakdown for tuition and fees, books, and personal
expenses/transportation for the 2015-2016 year.
When are bills generated?
Fall Bills
· Bills are generated in mid-July for any existing
registration with payment due on August 20th
Spring Bills
· Bills are generated in mid-December for any existing
registration with payment due on January 20th
Winter and Summer Bills
· Bills are generated upon registration with payment
due upon registration
Where do I go to make
tuition payments?
· Visit the Office
of Bursar to make tuition payments
Where
can I view my bill online?
·
Go to Testudo
o
Click on: Financials in the left hand sidebar
o
Click on: Student Account Inquiry and Bill
Payment
o
Log-in using your Directory ID and password
· Payment can be made by Credit Card, Debit Card (2.0%
processing fee) e-check, check, wire transfer or cash.
· Sponsored students may use 3rd party
billing process http://bursar.umd.edu/ThirdPartySponsoredBilling.php
Who do I contact for an
itemized bill for my employer?
· An itemized bill can be requested by emailing the
Bursar directly at billtalk@umd.edu
Weekly Checklist Task Reminders:
Required:
Register for Fall 2015 classes
Submit immunization paperwork
Optional:
Smith Sunset Cruise
Join your fellow Smith
Community for a scenic luxury cruise around DC from 8:00-11:00PM
on Friday August 21st. Boarding begins at 7:30pm, boat departs at 8:00pm. Open
Bar, Dinner Buffet, Games, and a DJ are included in your ticket price. An
excellent opportunity to Network with Fellow Smith students in a casual
environment. Purchase your ticket here.
Community Service Event
Please join us for a day of
community service cleaning up and helping prepare one of DC’s Public Schools
for the 2015-2016 school year. This volunteer opportunity is open to all
incoming students, to serve as a way to get to know each other and network
while serving the DC community. For those interested in participating in this event, please be sure to leave early to attend the mandatory campus day that will begin at 2:00pm at the DC Campus.
**As a reminder, the first sets of pre-skills are
due at the beginning of Term B but you might want to get a head start
before classes begin. Pre-skills can be found here.
Should you have any
questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Regards,
Jackie Besoner
Program Coordinator, DC Campus
Masters Programs Office
Robert H. Smith School of Business
Ronald Reagan Building & Int'l Trade Center
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004
202.898.1947 TEL
202.898.1946 FAX
jbesoner@rhsmith.umd.edu
www.rhsmith.umd.edu
