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Student Consumer information is information that ºìÐÓÊÓƵ is required to make available to all enrolled students on an annual basis. Enrolled students will receive notification of the availability of this information via their Cougar email address. The Financial Aid OfficeÌýmay be contacted with questions regarding the information below during normal business hours.

General Institutional Information:

• Accreditation Information - Information on ºìÐÓÊÓƵ's accreditation entities.Ìý
• Ìý-ÌýExplanation of ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s admissions policies, including student types, graduation requirements, and special admission programs.
• Ìý-ÌýºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act Report includes participation rates, financial support, and other information on both men’s and women’s intercollegiate athletic programs.
• Ìý-ÌýºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s institutional vision and mission statements that direct all parts of college operations.
• Ìý-ÌýInformation regarding how ºìÐÓÊÓƵ recognizes Constitution and Citizenship Day with its students, faculty, and staff.
• Ìý-ÌýThis tool is delivered in compliance with Federal Regulations and can help students determine the overall cost (not direct cost) of attending ºìÐÓÊÓƵ for one academic year.Ìý
• Ìý-ÌýInformation regarding services ºìÐÓÊÓƵ provides to students with physical or learning disabilities in order to promote equal educational opportunities.
• - Information about student activities offered by ºìÐÓÊÓƵ
• Ìý-ÌýAn outline of the various resolution, complaint, and feedback systems available to our students.Ìý
• Ìý- Information regarding the makeup of ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s diverse student body
• Ìý-ÌýInformation regarding ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s policies established to protect student information and student privacy.
• Ìý-ÌýGeneral cost per credit hour for various course delivery methods and various student distinctions.
• Ìý-ÌýInstructions students can follow to register to vote.

Academic Information:

• Ìý- A complete listing of all areas of interest offered at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ.
• Ìý-ÌýRequirements to meet the required academic and progress performance standards at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ.
• Ìý-ÌýServices offered through ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s Center for Adult Education including GED classes and GED testing.
• Ìý-ÌýA list of the campuses used by ºìÐÓÊÓƵ to deliver programs.
• Ìý-ÌýEmployee directories, organizational charts and directories of institutional departments.
• Institutional AccreditationÌý-ÌýInformation regarding ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s Institutional Accreditation and specific program accreditation.
• Ìý- A list of degrees and certificates offered at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ.
• Ìý-ÌýPolicies relevant to the transfer of credit hours to ºìÐÓÊÓƵ from other institutions.
• Textbook InformationÌý-ÌýA complete list of textbooks required for ºìÐÓÊÓƵ courses including price and ISBN information.

Student Financial Aid Information:

• Ìý-ÌýExpectations for ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Financial Aid staff members to adhere to with regard to private lenders and alternative student loans.
• Ìý-ÌýStep-by-step guide to completing the Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA) process with ºìÐÓÊÓƵ.
• Ìý- An estimate of the total expenses for a student attending ºìÐÓÊÓƵ. The total figure includes tuition and fees, room and board (dorm and meal plan costs for an on campus student, or housing and food allowances for an off campus student), books, transportation, and miscellaneous expenses.
• Ìý- Eligibility requirements for students to receive Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
• Financial Aid DisbursemenÌý-ÌýExplanation of how Federal and other student aid is disbursed and distributed to students.
• Ìý-ÌýExpectations for ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Financial Aid staff members to adhere to in the administration all types of financial aid.
• Ìý-ÌýProcedures that ºìÐÓÊÓƵ must follow when students fail to complete 100% of their enrolled coursework within a semester.
• ÌýandÌýÌýof Students Receiving Aid -ÌýInformation pertinent to students receiving aid to understand their responsibilities for maintaining their eligibility and their rights to information regarding their aid.
• Ìý-ÌýPolicy regarding the standard of academic achievement that must be maintained to remain eligible for financial aid.
• Ìý-ÌýInformation about student employment opportunities and payment rates.
• Student Loan InformationÌý- Pertinent information for student loan borrowers regarding student loan requirements, types of federal student loans and annual interest rates.
• Ìý-ÌýDescription of aid administered by ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s Financial Aid Office.

Health and Safety Information:

• Ìý- Information regarding student safety and crimes reported on ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s campuses and Annual fire safety reports.ÌýÌý(In compliance with the Clery Act)
• Ìý-ÌýServices available to help students with personal issues or academic concerns.Ìý
• Ìý- ºìÐÓÊÓƵ's policy on maintaining an alcohol and drug-free environment; policies for drug violations; annual notification to employees; annual notification to studentsÌýand link to Biennial Review.
• Ìý-ÌýºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s emergency operations plan.
• Ìý-ÌýPolicies and procedures to be followed by ºìÐÓÊÓƵ employees in the event that any person from campus is believed to be missing.
• Ìý-ÌýKansas Bill of Rights for Victims of Crime.
• Ìý-ÌýInformation regarding any recommendations and requirements for student vaccinations.

Student Outcomes:

• Ìý-ÌýInformation regarding ºìÐÓÊÓƵ graduates and their employment in fields relevant to the certificate or degree they earned at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ.
• Ìý-ÌýAnnual report of student graduates and students retained.
• - Average graduation rates of students who have received athletically related student aid.
• - Annual report of student retention rates.
• Ìý-ÌýStatistical information regarding students attending ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Community college provided via College Navigator.

Institutional Policies:

• Ìý-ÌýAffirmation of ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s commitment to promoting the goals of fairness and equity in all aspects of the educational enterprise.
• Ìý-ÌýStatement of the legal use of copyrighted material and file sharing at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ.
• Ìý-ÌýºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s policy of nondiscrimination and inquiry procedures.
• Ìý-ÌýºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s policy with regard to Whistleblowers and the reporting process in the event of known illegal or dishonest fraudulent activity.