The Department of Residence Halls will assist students in seeking off-campus housing. Many other services are offered to assist in the well-being of students. The Counseling Center provides emotional support and career counseling. Officers from the Department of Public Safety are visible on campus in patrol cars, on bicycles and on foot. An escort service also is available and safety programs are conducted throughout the year.
Some fees depend upon full-time status or number of credits taken.
This is determined by the sum total of semester credits carried by the student in all divisions. Students who have completed the first academic year may be awarded a research assistantship. The University offers full tuition scholarships for teaching and research assistants. Maytag and University of Miami fellowships are available to outstanding applicants and are similar valued. Application for financial aid is made on the application form for admission.