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| The Tuition Exchange Program is a partnership of 580 colleges and universities offering competitive tuition exchange scholarships to eligible dependents of faculty and staff from member institutions. Scholarships are not fringe benefits; they are competitive awards. Member institutions are required to maintain an approximate exchange balance for the number of students receiving tuition exchange scholarships at other institutions (exports) and the number of students awarded tuition exchange scholarships by the host institution (imports). Each member institution develops its own guidelines and policies regarding: |
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Q1. Who is eligible? |
| Dependent children of eligible Syracuse University employees as determined by the Office of Human Resources. Students must meet all academic and admission requirements, and be matriculated in a program of study leading to their first baccalaureate degree. |
| Q2. How many years can my dependent receive sponsorship by Syracuse University? |
| Dependents of Syracuse University employees are sponsored for this benefit for a maximum of four years (8 semesters, or 12 quarters) of full-time undergraduate study. Summer sessions are excluded from this scholarship. |
| Q3.
How do I know if my dependent is eligible? |
| General information is available online at http://humanresources.syr.edu/benefits/DepTuitionBenefit.html. If you have additional questions regarding eligibility, you may e-mail hrservice@syr.edu in the Office of Human Resources or telephone 443-4042. |
| Q4. What schools are on the list? |
| The most comprehensive and current listing is on The Tuition Exchange web site at http://tuitionexchange.org/. You are also welcome to visit the Office of Scholarship Programs in 216 Archbold North for a copy or call us at 443-1513. |
| Q5. If I am an eligible employee, is my dependent guaranteed a tuition exchange scholarship? |
| No, your benefit allows your dependent the opportunity to apply for the scholarship. The number of scholarships offered and the criteria used for the selection of recipients are solely up to each member institution. |
| Q6. What does the scholarship cover? |
| The actual dollar value is determined by the tuition charged by the host college. Most scholarships cover full tuition. However, any school that charges more than the minimum set by The Tuition Exchange, Inc. ($26,800 for 2008-2009) may opt to award the minimum amount. Student fees, course fees, course overloads, and room and board are not covered. |
| Q7. Are there any restrictions placed on a tuition exchange scholarship by the host institution? |
| Full time enrollment is a definite requirement. Most schools also have a minimum GPA for renewal and students may be required to file for federal and state aid. Some schools limit the scholarship to two years (4 semesters, 6 quarters) and/or they may require the student to live on campus. We strongly encourage families to contact each school they are interested in applying to for details. |
| Q8. I am overwhelmed! Where do I begin? |
| Review the list. We encourage employees to contact our office via e-mail at scholar@syr.edu to request the names of tuition exchange liaison officers of any schools they may be interested in to find out the specifics of their program. We will be happy to supply you with a list of suggested questions to ask. Parents and students need to be well informed of how competitive the scholarships are before applying for admission. |
| Q9. When should I apply? |
| DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE STUDENT HAS BEEN ADMITTED. Many schools have early deadlines for receiving tuition exchange applications. The best time to apply for a Tuition Exchange Scholarship is at the same time you apply for admission. This is usually in the late fall of the dependent's senior year of high school. Remember that applying for admission, and applying for a tuition exchange scholarship are two separate processes! |
| Q10. Where do I get the paperwork to apply? |
| Contact hrservic@syr.edu in the Office of Human Resources to request an application packet. Return all required documentation and the completed application to the Office of Human Resources. To avoid unnecessary delays, please fill out the forms completely. |
| Q11. Who sends out the scholarship applications? |
| Once Human Resources certifies eligibility, the tuition exchange application will be forwarded to the Office of Scholarship Programs for processing. The applications are forwarded from this office, and notification letters are sent to the students at their permanent address. |
| Q12. When will I find out if my dependent received a scholarship? |
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varies by institution. Many schools notify the student shortly after
admission; some schools may wait until April 1. It is best to contact
the host institution directly with questions like this. |
| Q13. My dependent received a scholarship offer! What do I do now? |
| Congratulations! Now you must accept or reject the offer within the guidelines and deadlines of that school. We strongly encourage students to contact each and every school they have applied to as soon as their decision is made. If the student is awarded a scholarship at more than one school it is very important for the school to know if the student will accept or not. Many schools are limited in the number of scholarships they are able to award and are forced to put students on a waiting list. |
| Q14. Who do I contact here at the university for more information? |
| Call Judy Minns in the Office of Scholarship Programs at 443-2593, or e-mail scholar@syr.edu. |
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