In certain circumstances, a student may the Student Budget increased to accommodate special expenses. Increases to the Student Budget are considered on an appeal basis. To request an increase, a student must file an Appeal Form. If an appeal is successful, the student's Student Budget will be increased and the student then may request or apply for additional loan assistance. The following are examples of permissible and impermissible reasons for requesting an increase.
Instructions relating to the most common appeals appear below.
Appeal forms may be obtained from the College of Law Office of Admissions and Financial Aid, Room 104 Drinko Hall, on the wall rack located next to the reception desk. The University Office of Student Financial Aid typically evaluates appeals within 5-7 business days of their submission. Required Documentation for the Most Common Appeals to Student Budget Purchase of a Computer Law students who have purchased a computer may have their budget increased to cover the cost of the computer and a printer. The computer must have been purchased since the start of this academic year and an itemized receipt must be submitted. A budget increase will NOT be for software, warranty, carrying case, etc.