Center for Academic Services

Advising and the Core

CurriculumDr. Deidra Turner, Associate Director

Academic Advising is…

• Ongoing and interactive (MANDATORY the first 4 semesters)

• Educational plans and life/career goals

• Shared expectations and responsibilities

• Group and one-on-one

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

• Right to Limited Control of Release– No one outside the institution shall have access to, nor will the

University disclose identifiable information from the educational records without written consent of the students, except directory information or other exceptions permitted by the act, which the student has not refused to permit the University to disclose.

Advising Structure

What Advisors Know

• Degree Requirements

• University Policies and Procedures

• Academic Deadlines

• Campus Resources

What Advisors Don’t Know

• Grades in current courses

• Attendance record

• Campus Life issues

• Financial Aid issues

• Disability accommodations

Orientation Advising

• Orientation Advisors – faculty/staff volunteers and professional advisors

• Orientation Leaders – students

Both groups will help your student prepare for advising and enrollment

Advising Tools

• Undergraduate Catalogwww.catalog.tcu.edu

• The TCU Core Curriculum website: www.core.tcu.edu/

• Advising Toolkitwww.reg.tcu.edu/

• College and Department webpage

Choosing a Major

• What is a “pre-major”

• 54 credit hour limit

• UNPR 10001: Self-Assessment and Career Exploration

• Center for Career & Professional Development

Dropping a Class

• Can affect a student’s financial aid, degree progress, etc.

• Allowed number of withdrawals—Unlimited!

• Does NOT go on student’s official transcript

Electing Pass/No Credit

• Students only have TWO!

• Cannot be used on major/minor courses or associated requirements

• Need at least a C- to receive a Pass

Transfer Courses

• 12-hour limit

• 54-hour rule

• Transfer Credit Request

• All Core Curriculum classes may be transferred in except Cultural Awareness, Global Awareness, Citizenship & Social Values, and Writing Emphasis

Important Terms

• Major = area of study• Degree = type of academic plan• Minor = small concentration of courses that

enhance a major or personal interest• Elective = any course in the 124 not used to

satisfy major, minor or core requirements

Some majors are offered under more than one degree. For example, one can complete either a B.A. or B.S. in Psychology!

Bachelor of Science vs. Arts

• Med/Dent/Grad/Law schools are more concerned about grades than the degree

• B.S. requires more hours in the major

• B.A. requires a minor (or second major) and 2nd language proficiency at the 4th semester

Second Language Courses

• Placement depends on AP, CLEP, concurrent or dual credit, IB credit and/or other life experiences

Students whose first foreign language class at TCU is beyond the first

semester level may earn additional language credit

Requirements for Graduation

Electives

Minor

TCU Core

MajorTotal Hours – 124 minimum

Residency – 58 hours minimum

Upper Level Courses – 42 hours minimum

Transfer hours – 12 maximum

Understanding the TCU Core

Human Experiences and Endeavors

Heritage, Mission,

Vision, & Values

Essential Competencies

Human Experiences and Endeavors

Heritage, Mission, Vision and Values

Essential Competencies

Double Dipping

What is What is ““double-dippingdouble-dipping””??

Building a Fall Schedule

Class # Subject Catalog # Section Day(s) Time Core Hours

70334 BIOL 10003 035 TR 11:00- 11:50 NSC (LCL) 3

70323

BIOL 10003 110 T 9:00- 10:50 NSC (LAB) --

70976 SOCI 20213 002 MWF 8:00- 8:50 SSC, CA 3

70374 MATH 10043 010 MWF 9:00- 9:50 MTH 3

71386 ENGL 10113 015 TR 9:30- 10:50 HUM, LT 3

70578 JAPN 10153 060 MWF 2:00- 2:50 3

70788 PEAC 10411 035 TR 11:00- 12:20 1

Shameless Plug

• Academic Skills Coaching

• UNPR 10001: Self-Assessment and Career Exploration

Questions?

OFFICE OF XYZ

 

TCU HEALTH CENTER

Aetna Student Health Insurance

Good health is essential to academic success.

Insurance can assure access to necessary care.

HEALTH INSURANCE IS A UNIVERSITY REQUIREMENT

• TCU requires that all undergraduates enrolled for 9+ hours carry health insurance.

• Requirement may be satisfied by a family/individual plan or the University–offered plan.

• Aetna Student Health is a major medical plan for injuries, illnesses and routine health care.

• The 2015-2016 Student Health Insurance Plan is compliant with the Affordable Care Act.

EXAMPLES OF BENEFITS

• Major Medical Policy – benefits for injuries, illnesses, and routine health care.

• Preventative Care covered at 100% - no deductible and includes immunizations, a well-woman exam, freedom to choose any doctor, etc.

• Includes Mental Health/Substance Abuse and Physical Therapy

• No Plan Maximum • Discount Programs - Travel Assistance Services• Informed Health Line

EXAMPLES OF BENEFITS

• On campus benefits at Health Center• Plan pays 100% of eligible, non-prescription services• These are submitted by the Health Center directly to Student Health

Insurance• Prescriptions eligible for 80% Reimbursement after meeting the

in-network deductible

• Off campus benefits• In-network: $350/plan year deductible then 80/20• Out-of-network: $600/plan year deductible; 70/30

• Health Center does NOT file claims with private health insurance

COVERAGE PERIODS AND COSTS

• Coverage periods Fall – 8/15/15 to 1/10/16 Spring – 1/11/16 to 8/14/16

• Cost of student’s coverage - $979/semester

• “2015-2016 Student Health Insurance Plan”– is found under Insurance on the Health Center’s website

(www.healthcenter.tcu.edu). ID cards and claim forms may also be found under Insurance on the Health Center’s web site.

Compare the TCU student health insurance plan with benefits, deductibles, and cost of a current or alternative plan. If the decision is to decline or waive the student plan, your STUDENT must enter private insurance information on-line.

Students enrolled for 9+ hours who have not waived by the specified deadline will be automatically enrolled in the student health insurance plan.

HOW TO WAIVE THE STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN

• To opt out, students MUST WAIVE the plan ONLINE.Must have adequate health insurance that will remain in

effect for the 2015-2016 academic yearCan access web site 24 hours after registeringInstructions will be sent to students via their TCU email

address

• July 11–INITIAL AUTO-ENROLLMENT FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE NOT WAIVED

• August 28–FINAL DATE TO WAIVE FOR FALL SEMESTER

Questions?

Questions?

Student Health & Wellness

OFFICE OF XYZ

 

STUDENT FINANCIALS 101 MONEY MATTERS

Sadler Hall – Room 2011Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PMStudent Accounts Counselors (817) 257-7836Fax – (817) 257-7733

STUDENT FINANCIAL AGREEMENT

Before student can register, must agree:

• Account set up in Student’s name

• Tuition, fees, room, meal plan, health center, library, parking, and other misc charges are posted to the account

• Account is due by Stated Due Date

(can pay Total or Minimum Amount Due)

Student is responsible for all charges on account

• If payment is not made, STUDENT”S credit is affected

• Account will be sent to Collection Agency if not paid; collection and/or attorney fees will be added to account

GRANTING ACCESS TO OTHERS

HOW TO LOG ON

WHAT YOU SEE WHEN YOU LOG ON

VIEW e-Z BILL

BILLING MESSAGES

If you are expecting financial aid that is not included in your Anticipated Aid Total on this bill, check my.tcu.edu for Requested Information on your Financial Aid record.

The Minimum Amount Due is your REQUIRED payment for this month. Your Minimum Amount Due MUST be paid by the Due Date (8/1/15) to avoid possible class cancellation.

NEW STUDENTS: Your tuition deposit and your housing deposit will be posted as credits on your September statement. Students that withdraw prior to 8/24/15 or that do not attend will forfeit their deposits.

You may opt out if you choose not to participate in the DeWar Tuition Insurance Refund Program.

Students who have elected the Aetna Student Health Insurance Plan and undergraduates carrying 9+ hours who have not yet waived coverage will see the Fall charge of $979 posted on this bill. Coverage dates: 8/15/15 - 1/10/16.

By accessing http://healthcenter.tcu.edu students may elect or waive coverage any time prior to 8/11/15. FINAL DEADLINE to ELECT or WAIVE for Fall is 8/28/15.

A LATE FEE OF 1% OF THE UNPAID MIN AMUNT DUE ($7.50 MINIMUM) WILL BE ASSESSED IF THE PAYMENT IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 10 DAYS FO THE STATED DUE DATE. FINANCIAL AID WILL NOT BE CREDITED UNTIL ALL ITEMS REQUESTED ARE COMPLETE AND WILL NOT PREVENT LATE FEES.

TCU accepts on-line credit card (a 2.75% fee will be charged) and ACH payments (NO FEE CHARGED). To make on-line payments, go to www.tcu.edu, click on "Popular Links", click on "Make Payment" and follow directions.

Should you have any questions, please contact the appropriate department listed on the bill.

CAMPUS CONTACTS

VIEW STUDENT ACCOUNT

1098-T INFORMATION

IF MINIMUM AMOUNT DUE IS NOT RECEIVED

No Advance Registration for next semester

No bookstore, laundry, snack, or off-campus dining charges allowed

No future housing sign-up

No transcript

If account is not paid IN FULL:

NO GRADUATION

PAYMENT OPTIONS

Five Payments Per Semester

• Statements ready to view by the 12th of each month

• Minimum of 1/5 of basic charges (Tuition, Fees, Room, Meal Plan, Health Insurance) minus any Financial Aid due AUGUST 1st

• Four remaining fall payments: September 1, 2015 October 1, 2015 November 1, 2015 December 1, 2015

SPRING DUE DATES

January 1, 2016 February 1, 2016

March 1, 2016 April 1, 2016

May 1, 2016

The Minimum Amount Due must be paid by the Due Date. Holds are placed on the account if the payment is not received. A LATE FEE (1% of the payment or a minimum of $7.50) will be assessed 10 days after the stated Due Date.

PAYMENT PLAN

• Payment Plan Enrollment Fee - 1.66%($100 Maximum per semester) of remaining tuition, fees, room, board, and health insurance charges minus financial aid credits and payments

• Student will receive a Truth-In-Lending statement in September and February regarding the amount to be financed. DO NOT PAY from the TIL statement.

MAKING PAYMENTS

Pay by cash, cashier’s check, check, money order,

Mail – TCU Box 297077 – Checks only

In Person – Check, Cashier’s Check, Cash, Money Order - Sadler Hall Room 2011

WIRE TRANSFER PAYMENTS

• Sender must provide this information to their bank in order to wire a payment to TCU:

•   • SWIFT Code: CHASUS33TEX• ABA Routing # : 021000021 –JPMorganChase• TCU Bank Account # : 1561678663• TCU Account Name: TCU Payments• Bank Contact #: (817) 884-4283• •   * Specify Student Name and TCU ID Number• * Request JPMorgan Chase to FAX (817-257-7733) to• TCU Financial Services confirmation of payment

PAY ONLINE

ONLINE PAYMENTS

ACH (E-check) payments – NO FEE

Credit Cards:

American Express, Discover, MasterCard, VISA

2.75% Transaction Fee

(Fee included in amount shown on credit card statement)

Web Site is Secure – Not “Real Time”

Payments made by 3 PM are posted same day

ONLINE PAYMENTS

ONLINE PAYMENTS

ONLINE PAYMENTS

ACH (ONLINE CHECK)

ACH (ONLINE CHECK)

CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS

CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS

CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS

REFUND REQUESTS

• Refunds are available when excess funds are on account

• Refunds will be issued according to Title IV regulations• Credits must first be refunded to Credit Card if

payment(s) was made with credit card during the previous 6 months

• Refunds MUST be requested online• Refunds can be made to student’s bank account

(Must set up Direct Deposit)• Cash refunds up to $100 per day• Refunds are issued once a week (deadline to request a

refund is noon Monday to get funds that same Friday)

DEWAR TUITION INSURANCE REFUND PLAN

•$91.00 Per Semester (Fall/Spring only)•Covers tuition not refunded under TCU Policy •80% Refund – must submit claim form to Dewar•Students can opt out of insurance coverage- opt out is good for one year•Deadline to opt out - Friday, August 28th•Students can opt in for spring

AGENCY STUDENTS

Any student whose account is paid for wholly or in part by an outside agency

Army ROTC Air Force ROTC DRS Post 9/11-Yellow Ribbon Texas Promise Fund Texas Tomorrow Fund Monthly statements will be generated– agency amount should be shown as credit

PRIVATE COLLEGE 529 PLAN

• Contact Oppenheimer Funds (Holder/Administrator of this Plan)

• Obtain “Withdrawal Form” – on-line or toll-free number

• Oppenheimer Funds will verify eligibility and notify TCU to expect payment

• Oppenheimer Funds will send payment directly to TCU

OTHER 529 PLANS

• Contact the Administrator of the Plan

• Determine if funds will be sent to you or directly to TCU

• Funds can be sent by Wire Transfer or by check

• All correspondence must include the student’s TCU ID number

THINGS TO REMEMBER

In person payments are posted immediatelyDeadline for online payments is 3 PM (Texas time); payments are posted by 4:30 PMMail payments must include student’s TCU ID numberStudents “Grant Access” to responsible billing partyEmail notification is sent when the bill is available to view (by the 12th of each month)Direct link on bill to online payment screenTwo amounts are listed: Total Balance and Minimum Amount Due (REQUIRED to keep account current)

Questions?w.crowley@tcu.edu

OFFICE OF XYZ

 

Office of Scholarships and Student Financial

Aid

What Happens Next?

• If your student has not been awarded, please contact our office for further information

• Students can view/accept their awards and complete requested information at http://my.tcu.edu

• Disbursement begins (if processing is complete) 10 days prior to first class day.

Important Information

• Students may grant 3rd party access to parents/others at http://my.tcu.edu.

• Late submission of required documents may result in enrollment in the payment plan and/or late fees, so please encourage your student to check their “Requested Information”

• All future notifications regarding financial aid are

sent to the student’s TCU email account

Important Information

• May 1 priority funding deadline – don’t forget!

• Returning students are awarded

aid in mid to late June

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Scholarship Recipients

• 24 graded credit hours by the end of the spring semester

• Cumulative TCU GPA of at least a 3.0 by the end of spring. Each subsequent year a 3.25

Financial Aid

• 75% graded credit hours successfully completed by the end of the spring semester

• Cumulative TCU GPA of at least a 2.0

Satisfactory Academic Progress

• Reviewed once a year

• Only grades of a “D” or better counted towards hour completion

• CLEP, AP, and dual credit courses do not count towards hour requirements, but do count towards classification

• Encourage your student to review scholarship and financial aid requirements prior to enrolling or dropping classes each semester

• Students should consult our office prior to changing enrollment if they have any questions

Work Study

• Amount awarded represents “earning potential” and will not disburse to the student’s account

• Student’s paid bi-weekly

• View job listings online at Career Services

• Be sure to make arrangements with the student regarding the use of work study funds

Outside Scholarships

• Outside scholarships are applied to the student’s account as a payment when funds arrive

• Please report any outside scholarships to TCU through your “Supplemental Information” form at my.tcu.edu

• For accuracy purposes, please report scholarships that are certain, not pending.

TCU Office of Scholarships and Financial AidTCU BOX 297012

Fort Worth, TX 76129

Loan Processing

“Accept” loan at my.tcu.edu

Request for loan processing sent via“requested information” within 48 hours

Federal Direct Stafford loans

Federal Direct PLUS loans

www.studentloans.gov

Loan Comparison

Stafford PLUS CAL Private

Interest Rate

4.29% fixed4.29% fixed

6.84% fixed 4.5% fixed Varies based upon credit

Amount $5500 Up to cost of

attendance

Up to cost of

attendance

Cost of attendance

Repay-ment

Begins

6 months after

graduation

60 days after the 2nd

disburse-ment

(March)

6 months after

graduation

6 months after

graduation

Need Eligibility

SubsidizedYes

UnsubsidizedNo

No No No

Financial Aid Advisors

• A-C, L, M Trudy Conner

• D-K, N, O D’Mon Peeples

• P-Z Michael Leshner

Contact Information

• Office Hours Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm

• Phone 817-257-7858

• Email financialaid@tcu.edu

• Website www.financialaid.tcu.edu

• Mail TCU Box 297012Fort Worth, TX 76129

Questions?

Your hosts for this presentation are:

Director of Housing & Residence Life Craig Allen

General Manager, TCU Dining ServiceMichael Dahl

Campus Living at a Residential University

• Move in days: Wednesday August 12 8am- 9 am Orientation 9

students ONLY9am - 2pm (International Students, Frog Camp Casa C and

Challenge B, Community Scholars and other pre-approved TCU groups ONLY)

Saturday August 15 9am – 2pm (Sorority recruitment, and Frog Camp Summit)

Wednesday August 19 9am – 2pm (All others)

• Check in at Kelly Center – keys and lots of info• Unload and move car to stadium lot – volunteers will help you• Dress comfortably, drink lots of water • Realize you packed too much• Go to Target and buy more stuff

Why show these pictures?

Campus Living at a Residential University

• Log on to my.tcu.edu beginning July 6 to get roommate name and contact info.

• Assignments will continue to be made throughout July and into early August

• Yes, there are triples, some converted lounges and RA roommates

• Freshmen living in all halls

The “Dorm” family…..

• RA = Resident Assistant - student leader, friend and resource

• DA = Desk Assistant

• HD = Hall Director - full time professional living and working in your hall

• Having company

• Roommate(s) and friends – lifelong

relationships

• Engagement & involvement – a residence

hall job as a desk assistant? Maybe a hall

crew member ? RA as soph., jr. or sr.?

• Room amenities include: cable TV,

internet, micro-fridge, dresser, desk & chair, and

oh yeah, a bed!

Brown Lupton University Union

• Market Square

• Union Grounds

• Chick fil-A

• NEW!!! Steel City Pops

East Retail Locations

• NRG

• Sushi Mama

• Bistro Burnett

West Retail Locations

• Magnolias

• Caliente

• O’Brien’s

• The Press

• the bpt

• Athletics

OFFICE OF XYZ

 

• Focus on Quality, Fresh and Scratch• Flexible Dining Plans• Talk with us• Join the Dining Committee

Meal Plans

Unlimited access to Market Square for ALL

Frog Pass Silver - $2,300/semester$225 Campus Cash

Frog Pass Gold - $2,450/semester$300 Campus Cash and $100 Frog Bucks

Frog Pass Platinum -$2,615/semester$400 Campus Cash and $200 Frog Bucks

What is Campus Cash? $$ to spend on campus eating

What is Frog Bucks? $$ to spend on or OFF CAMPUS eating

Tell me it isn’t so…..

Myth Busters – Craig and Michael

students can choose “suite style” bathrooms.

Meal plans cannot be used at MPB less than 50 % of students have a

roommate request Students can use campus cash in

vending machines and at the bookstore Housekeeping cleans students rooms

each month Market Square features burgers that are

a fresh ground, never frozen locally produced burger patty

Campus Living at a Residential University

Some Good Stuff to Know

•Property insurance•Wash ‘n’ Fold aka #LifeNotLaundry•Shipping to campus•Summer Storage

The Small print on a BIG screen

• Two year residency requirementSophomores live in Commons, Sorority/Fraternity

house, Hays, Marion, PE Clark, TBPW and other halls

• All resident students must select a meal plan

• We regularly send important information via

e-mail to students – please don’t delete

Contact Us

• www.tcudiningservices.com• info@tcudiningservices.com

• 817-257-7283• www.rlh.tcu.edu

• housing@tcu.edu• 817-257-7865

Questions?

OFFICE OF XYZ

 

Student Health & Wellness

Campus Life - Dean’s OfficeCounseling and Mental Health

Center TCU Health Center

Student Health & Wellness

Campus Life Dean’s Office

Located in Sadler Hall Room 2006Phone: 817-257-7926

www.campuslife.tcu.edu

To promote student learning, enhance campus

life, and provide a comprehensive, expert

response to issues impeding collegiate success

Campus Life Dean’s Office

Provides assistance with:

Educational discipline Emotional and health issues Family emergenciesCollege adjustment Sexual misconduct

Health promotionTCU Victim Advocate Program

Counseling and Mental Health Center

Located in the basement of Samuelson Hall

www.counseling.tcu.edu

To promote the psychological health and well being of TCU students, and to provide resources to cope with personal and

academic challenges

Phone: 817-257-7862 24 Hour Hotline: 817-257-SAFE (7233)

Student Health & Wellness

Services ProvidedIndividual, couples and group counselingOutreach programs/ prevention education Crisis intervention Psychiatric evaluations/ consultations

TCU Health Center

Located in the Brown-Lupton Health Center

www.healthcenter.tcu.edu

Phone: 817-257-7940

To promote, protect, maintain and restore the student’s physical and

mental health

Student Health & Wellness

Services ProvidedPrimary care medical clinic Evaluation and treatment of acute and ongoing illness Treatment of injuries Nutrition consultations Women’s & men’s health services Specialty referrals Vaccinations

OFFICE OF XYZA

 

Alcohol & Drug Education

and

TCU Police

Substance Use & College Students

• Substance use can affect all aspects of a student’s college experience.

• Alcohol is the primary substance of choice for college students.

• NIDA (the National Institute on Drug Abuse, Monitoring the Future 2013 Report) found that as perceived harm of marijuana drops, use goes up.

Substance Use &College Students

College students may also experiment with other illicit drugs, such as ecstasy, mushrooms, cocaine, heroin, etc.

Additionally, misuse of prescription pain medication, anti-anxiety drugs, and sleep medications is increasing.

TCU Perceptions & Realities

• About 21% of TCU students* report they are non-drinkers – had 0-1 drinks within the past year. * About 65-70% of TCU Students are under 21 years of age.

• Monthly use for TCU students:•75% use alcohol; 66% for those who are under

21 (69% nationally)•14% use tobacco (22% nationally)•16% use marijuana (19% nationally)

• Approximately 15% of TCU students report that they have used an ADHD medication during the past year without a prescription/off-prescription.

Our Approach

• Purpose - To enhance student’s overall academic experiences and personal development by promoting responsible decision making and healthy lifestyle choices, especially regarding alcohol and other drugs.

• Comprehensive/ Environmental

Approach Prevention Intervention Recovery

Alcohol Violation Process

• Policies & Procedures

www.studenthandbook.tcu.edu

• Consequences

• Developmental Learning Experiences

What Can You Do?

• Communication

• Expectations

• Support

Thank you for your involvement in your student’s success!

The Bottom Line Coalition

@bottom_line_tcu BottomLineTCU

Alcohol & Drug Education

817-257-7100Samuelson Hall, Lower Level

TCU Box 297740Fort Worth, TX 76129

www.ade.tcu.edu

Safety & Security

Services and Programs

• Crime Prevention• Student

Programs• Patrol Services• Transportation

Services• Parking

Please note this is not a complete campus map. An official TCU campus map may be accessed at http://www.maps.tcu.edu/

BLUU

TCU Polic

e

TCU Police Department

Police Emergency 817-257-7777Non-Emergency 817-257-

7930Police Administration 817-257-

7933

TCU Box 298230Fort Worth, TX 76129

or3025 Lubbock

Fort Worth, TX 76109www.cap.tcu.edu

Any Questions?

TCU Alcohol & Drug EducationSamuelson Hall, Lower Level

817-257-7100 www.ade.tcu.edu

TCU Police3025 Lubbock Avenue

817-257-7930 www.cap.tcu.edu

Thank you for being involved in your student’s life!