CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY CHICO
FINANCIAL SERVICES
STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES
STUDENT SERVICES CENTER
ROOM 230
CHICO, CA 95929-0242
530-898-5936
www.csuchico.edu/sn
INFORMATION FOR APPEAL TO THE REFUND POLICY
Refund Policy: Students will be charged and liable for registration fees and non-resident tuition (if
applicable), according to the refund schedule, for any and all classes in which they are enrolled on the rst
day of classes. Students may drop classes within the rst two weeks of classes without nancial penalty
as long as they remain enrolled in classes. If a student drops all classes or withdraws from the University
on or after the rst day of classes, they are liable for part or all registration fees (and non-resident tuition, if
applicable) depending upon the date of drop/withdrawal. Exceptions are granted only for U.S. compulsory
military service. See the initial page of the class schedule for “Important Registration Activities, Dates and
Deadlines.”
What am I appealing: The appeal is intended for students who dropped classes outside of the dates
listed on the r
efund schedule but feel they have an exceptional circumstance which prevented them from
meeting their obligation. In cases where an appeal is successful, the drop date will be retroactively adjusted.
Your classes must be dropped in order to appeal the drop date. The committee cannot initiate a drop or
withdrawal on your behalf. Please work with the Ofce of the Registrar (Undergraduate students) or the
Graduate Studies Ofce (Graduate students) for instructions on dropping your classes.
Please Note: This appeal form is not for appealing housing charges or Short Term Loan balances. Please
work the Housing Ofce to appeal any housing charges.
Over refund of Financial Aid: You cannot appeal your nancial aid adjustment through this form. This form
is intended only for appeals regarding the amount of registration and tuition fees assessed on your student
account. Your nancial aid is tied to your enrollment. If you drop courses your nancial aid can be impacted
and reduced. Many of these adjustments are governed by federal regulations and students are advised to
meet with the Financial Aid Ofce prior to dropping below full-time status or withdrawing from the University.
What information should be included the appeal: Please be as descriptive as possible regarding your
situation. Include any documentation which would be r
elevant or support your claim.
Who are the committee members: The committee is represented by three voting members, one member
fr
om the Financial Aid Ofce, one member from the Ofce of the Registrar, and one member from the
University Budget Ofce. Student Financial Services will submit your appeal to the committee and
coordinate communication back to you.
When and how can I expect a response: The appeal process can take approximately 2-3 weeks. Once a
decision has been made you will be contacted via email.
Appeal
to Refund Policy
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SFIN: Appeal to Refund Policy: Page 1 Updated July 2014