Can I transfer my financial aid from another school?
Yes, the student will need to make a correction on their FAFSA. The student will log in, select make a correction and then select add school (CEI code 011133). CEI should receive the information in about 3-5 business days.
Will I have to wait 30 days from the first day of class to receive my loan?
If the student is a first time borrower and has never attended college before, they will have to wait 30 days from the first day of the sememster to receive their loans
If I don't get financial aid until the Friday before classes begin, how do I get my books?
Students are responsible for having their books the first day of class. If a student is relying on financial aid to buy books they will have to wait until funds are released to purchase the books. If they have other means of paying for the books they can purchase them before and reimburse themselves once the aid comes through.
If I don't get financial aid until the Friday before classes begin, how do I get my books?
Students are responsible for having their books the first day of class. If a student is relying on financial aid to buy books they will have to wait until funds are released to purchase the books. If they have other means of paying for the books they can purchase them before and reimburse themselves once the aid comes through.
How do I pay my fees if we don't get our Financial Aid until after the fee deadline?
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Financial aid will automatically show as "Anticipated" as covering tution and fees. Per federal regulations, aid cannot be applied , and excess funds paid out to the student, until at least 10-days before classes being. The financial aid remaining (shows as a negative balance) after tuition and fees are paid, will be available to the student by check or direct deposit the Friday before the semester begins.
Does CEI offer short term loans to pay student fees?
No, CEI does not offer short term loans. CEI does have the option to set up a Payment Plan, call the Cashier for details, 208-524-3000 opt 3
How do I receive my refund?
There are a few ways to recieve your refund: 1. E-refund (direct deposit) - Sign up through Self-Service. [Recommended] 2. By Mail - Verify mailing address with the Cashier, 208-524-3000 opt 3 3. Pick up at the Cashier's Office - Fill out a form at the Cashier. NOTE: Refunds are processed the week before classes begin. Funds should be available the Friday before a semester begins, if you are registered and have completed everything needed for your FAFSA.
Do I need to do a Exit Counseling every semester?
No, exit counseling should be completed once you leave CEI for good whether you are graduating or withdrawing.
Do I need to do a FAFSA every semester?
Do I need to do a Master Promissory Not (MPN) every semester?No, once you sign an MPN it is good for 10 years.Financial AidTiffany Cleverly Future Students, Community, Current Students
Is there a deadline to complete the FAFSA?
We have priority processing deadline for each semester. Those students that apply by the deadline will have their aid processed before tuition and fees are due. Students can apply after the priority deadline with the understanding that we won’t guarantee their aid will be available to pay their fees or that their check will be available the Friday before classes begin.