Welcome to the University of South Carolina Lancaster!

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1 Welcome to the University of South Carolina Lancaster!

2 Office of the Dean Dr. Walter P. Collins, III, Dean Hubbard Hall 116 Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (803)

3 Office of Academic and Student Affairs Dr. M. Ron Cox, Associate Dean Hubbard Hall 118 Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (803)

4 Associate Dean for Academic & Student Affairs Professor of History PARENT ORIENTATION 2016

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6 It s a time of changes a blend of excitement, anticipation, intimidation, and terror for both you and your student. Congratulations on selecting USC Lancaster. Faculty & staff committed to helping your student be successful. USCL Success Rate: 64.8% (2013) Success is a GROUP effort, but has to start with your STUDENT.

7 Some of the Things I Tell Students Their first day of a four year journey into ignorance and first day of adulthood. FERPA (Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act). REALITY CHECK Odds are not in their favor. Warn them about common mistakes. Must be ready to work harder than ever before, and to make use of resources for success.

8 Some of the Things I Said to the Students Don t be afraid to ASK FOR HELP. Campus resources ASC, TRiO, faculty, advisors, personal & career counseling, etc. UNIVERSITY 101 Program Don t make any changes to schedules without first discussing with advisor & financial aid Numerous USC degree opportunities associate s and bachelor s

9 Associate in Arts Associate in Science Associate in Science in Business PALMETTO COLLEGE Associate in Science in Criminal Justice Associate in Science in Technical Nursing (cooperative program with York Technical College) BACHELOR S DEGREES: Liberal Studies (USC Columbia) Organizational Leadership (USC Columbia) Elementary Education (USC Columbia) Information Science (USC Columbia) Nursing (USC Columbia) Business Administration (USC Aiken) Health Promotion (USC Beaufort) Hospitality Management (USC Beaufort) Human Services (USC Beaufort) Criminal Justice (USC Upstate) Information Management Systems (USC Upstate) RN-BSN (USC Upstate)

10 So What Can Parents Do? Keep open lines of communication with your student. ASK THEM QUESTIONS. Lay the groundwork for a new kind of relationship with your student more toward the role of mentor Key to effective mentoring active & reflective listening; Listen without fixing

11 So What Can Parents Do? Help your student establish his/her goals (shortterm and long-term). Help your student establish a weekly routine which includes wise time management. Remind your student that preparing for the exam begins on DAY ONE of classes. Encourage your student to make use of the resources available at USCL.

12 Parental Happiness Level You are here Child s Age Parental Happiness Level

13 FINAL THOUGHTS It s a time of change for both you and your student. Be patient with one another. COMMUNICATE with your student. Encourage, Advise, Guide, and Mentor your students. We at USCL faculty, staff, and administration are committed to helping students be successful, but ultimately, it s up to THEM.

14 Office of Academic & Student Affairs Hubbard Hall, Room 118 (803) The University Motto: "Emollit Mores Nec Sinit Esse Feros. ("Learning humanizes character and does not permit it to be cruel. ) Ovid (43 B.C. A.D. 18)

15 TRiO Programs Interim Director Mr. Matt Williamson Medford Building Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (803)

16 TRiO Programs: OSP Opportunity Scholars Program (OSP) is a federal funded program designed to assist first generation students entering college. Participation is FREE for qualified students Limited space each semester Services include: Academic Advising Career Counseling Financial Aid Counseling Transfer Counseling The TRiO Learning Resource Center (LRC)is located in Medford Library.

17 TRiO Programs: Early Start EARLY START An intense three-week program designed to assist incoming first-year students make a smooth transition from high school to college. Learn about the campus Faculty and courses Other campus services Can earn 4 college credits towards fall classes UNIV 101 (3 credits) PEDU 110 (1 credit)

18 UNIV 101 Programs

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20 Office of Admissions and Records Starr Hall 126 Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (803)

21 FERPA o Takes effect when a student registers for classes o Release must be on file for EACH person who desires to have access to a student s education records (form must be completed in the Office of Admissions photo ID required) o Information can not be disclosed over the phone or via , even if a release is on file Academic Calendar o Drop/Add/Withdrawal dates are firm deadlines o Refunds are issued based on the University s schedule, NOT percentage of semester attended Withdrawal for Extenuating Circumstances Change of Major Concurrent/Transient Student Forms Transcript Requests

22 Office of Financial Aid Mr. Kenneth Cole, Director Starr Hall 127 Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (803)

23 Financial Aid It s not too late to apply! The FAFSA is still available Use 2015 Taxes Verification: Notified by or in Requirements on SSC Complete and Sign a Verification Worksheet Must provide all W-2 Forms Must provide Tax Transcript or complete IRS Data-retrieval All forms can be mailed, faxed or hand delivered

24 LIFE Scholarship: Financial Aid SC Resident when graduated and admitted Must have a 3.0 GPA (SC UGS GPA) SAT & Class Rank requirements are for 4 year colleges Must complete an on-line affidavit Must be Full-Time

25 LIFE Scholarship: Financial Aid Must maintain 3.0 LIFE GPA (includes all courses) Must earn 30 hours per academic year 2 Years Eligibility at USCL (consecutive) 4 Years total Eligibility (consecutive) Science & Math Majors: Earn 14 hours of Science and Math courses in Freshman year Get a $2500 bonus when you transfer to a 4 year program

26 Financial Aid Scholarships USCL Scholarships: Requirements: 3.0 GPA Freshmen applications were due February 1 st Continuing Applications due April 1 st of each year. Private Scholarships:

27 Federal Grants: Financial Aid Pell Grant Usually for Family Income <$50k Amount based on EFC and enrollment status $598 - $5815 annually (2 full-time semesters) SEOG Usually for Family Income <$24k Awarded to needy students Must have a 0 EFC and Pell First-come, first-serve

28 State Grants: Financial Aid South Carolina Need Based Grant Must be SC Resident Awarded to Needy students First-Come, First-Serve Up to $2500 per year Must maintain a 2.0 GPA

29 Financial Aid Lottery Tuition Assistance Program (LTAP) Must be a SC Resident for at least 1 year No income requirements but Must file a FAFSA Up to $2400 per year ($100 per credit hour) Limited to Tuition remaining after federal and state grants and scholarships Cannot be receiving the LIFE Scholarship Must accept on SSC and complete a paper form Must maintain a 2.0 USC GPA

30 Financial Aid Self-Help Aid: Work Study Job funded through Financial Aid Work up to 20 hours a week, around your school schedule awarded to needy students First-come, first-serve, Stafford Loans Student Loan, in the student s name No Credit Check, No Cosigner Must sign Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling Interest Rate 3.76% Fee: % Subsidized: No Interest while in school

31 Financial Aid Self-Help Aid: PLUS Loans Parent Loan, in the parents name Credit check required Must sign Master Promissory Note Interest Rate 6.31% Repayment begins immediately Can be put in Forbearance Other Loans Leroy Springs Student Loan Teacher s Loans Private Loans

32 Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress 2.0 USC GPA 67% Completion Rate Must complete degree in 150% timeframe 2-year: 90 hrs A.D.N.: 105 hrs BOL/BLS: 180 hrs

33 Financial Aid Refunds Grants and Scholarships: 10 days before classes begin (Approx. Aug 10 th ) E-Deposits and Checks sent in about 2-3 days Freshmen loans disburse 30 days after classes start (Approx. Sept 21 st ) Loans will still memo to pay bill Students can charge books to Carolina Card Only happens in first semester of borrowing

34 Financial Aid Applying for Aid for The FAFSA becomes available on October 1 st You will use 2015 Taxes (AGAIN) Continuing Student Scholarships Apps due April 1st Leroy Springs Loan Apps due May 1 st (0% Interest) SC Teacher s Loan Apps due May 15 th FAFSA Due August 1 st for Fall 2017

35 Withdrawing from Classes Drop: Before end of Drop/Add will affect financial aid eligibility Drop: After Drop/Add won t reduce current aid but could affect SAP and other awards (like LIFE) Withdraw: dropping ALL classes; if done before 60% [Oct 30 th ] of term ended, student WILL owe money back to aid programs Don t drop or withdraw without talking to Financial Aid first!

36 FERPA Family Education Rights and Privacy Act Students 18 or older are adults Educational information (including financial aid) is protected. Student must sign a release to grant parents access to their information. A form is available in Admissions and Financial Aid.

37 Business Office Starr Hall 120 Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

38 Who We Are Financial Services Who We Aren t Financial Aid and Scholarships

39 What We Do Assess and collect academic tuition and fees. Issue academic tuition and fee refunds. Place financial holds on accounts due to nonpayment delinquent acct Establish payment plans

40 South Carolina Residency To pay in-state tuition, all South Carolina residents must complete the South Carolina Residency Certification Form. Without this information, you will be automatically be charged the out-of-state rates. If the information submitted is insufficient to make a determination, then additional information may be requested to verify your residency.

41 Tuition and Fee Information The fee schedule is available at Below is the academic fee schedule for less than 75 credit hours already earned. Fees are per semester and are subject to change without notice. Academic fees (per semester) Resident Non-Resident Tuition Full-time (12 or more hours) $3243 $8103 Part-time (less than 12 hours, rates are per hour) $ $ Technology fee Full-time $ $ Part-time (per hour) $15.00 $15.00 Matriculation fee (one time enrollment fee for degree-seeking students) $50.00 $50.00 Lab fees Science (per lab course) $40.00 $40.00 Math 141, 142 (per course) $60.00 $60.00 Parking and Security Fee(non-refundable) $65.00 $65.00 THEA 100,119 4N,120 4N, 121 4N $20.00 $20.00 Fall bills will be available on my.sc.edu in July 2016.

42 Payment Options 1. Online via Self Service Carolina (my.sc.edu) 2. By mail 3. In-person

43 South Carolina Residency To pay in-state tuition, all South Carolina residents must complete the South Carolina Residency Certification Form. Without this information, you will be automatically be charged the out-of-state rates. If the information submitted is insufficient to make a determination, then additional information may be requested to verify your residency.

44 Payment Plan Available online through SSC or in person at the Business Office. Covers tuition and fees. A N.R $75.00 processing fee will be added. First year Freshmen automatically qualify. Four payments per semester. A $ fee is applied when the payment is late. Contact the Business Office to learn more.

45 Partial Payments The Business Office will accept partial payments from parents, grandparents, and others. All partial payments are by the first of class.you may begin making these payments as soon as your bill is available on SSC.

46 Self Service Carolina (my.sc.edu) o Discover; o Visa o MasterCard; o American Express; or, Paying Online o E-Check using a checking or savings account. A 2.5 percent convenience fee is added to each credit card transaction. There is no fee when paying by e-check.

47 Authorized Users You can authorize others, such as parents, grandparents, or employers access to your account information. They will have the ability to submit whole or partial payments, access tax statements, and view payment history.

48 Self Service Carolina From there, you can select Pay Now to view and pay the bill.

49 My Account From this screen, you can view the account activity and pay the bill by clicking on Make a Payment.

50 SSC has the option of sending an ebill on a monthly basis. The ebill will show tuition and academic fees along with other charges such as a financial aid refund that might be owed. ebills

51 Direct Deposit We encourage you to have refunds deposited into your bank account using direct deposit. To set up direct deposit, complete the direct deposit bank account section in SSC, under the erefunds section. If you are expecting a refund, deposits should begin to appear within 2-3 business days after the release of refunds from the Bursar s office in Columbia (dates pending). Refunds can also be issued in the form of a paper check and mailed, but this may take an additional 7 business days. Always update your address throughout your academic career.

52 Paying by Mail Send a check or money order payable to the University of South Carolina Lancaster (or USCL) at: USC Lancaster Attn: Business Office P.O. Box 889 Lancaster, SC

53 Paying In Person Pay with cash, check, or money order in the Business Office Please remember that credit cards cannot be accepted in the Business Office.

54 Is Your Bill Correct? If you think your bill is incorrect or if you have questions about the bill, contact the office that created the charge: For Financial Aid and Scholarship award information, contact the Financial Aid office at For residency issues, contact the Admissions Office at For vehicle and parking charges, contact the Division of Law Enforcement and Security at For Carolina Cash, contact the Carolina Card Office in Columbia at

55 Fee Payment Deadline August 18, :00 p.m. Failure to pay by this deadline may result in class cancellation!

56 On behalf of the Business Office, Welcome to the University of South Carolina Lancaster!

57 Office of Law Enforcement and Security Dr. John Rutledge, Director Maintenance and Security Building Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (803)

58 Law Enforcement and Security Located in the Facilities Management Building Responsibilities include- Law Enforcement Security Parking Activities Student Identification Cards Emergency/Disaster Planning and Operations Federal, State and Local Laws

59 Office of Disability and Counseling Services Starr Hall 120 Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (803)

60 Services All currently enrolled students are eligible for services from Counseling Services Services are conducted in a confidential, professional setting Services are provided free of charge and include Personal Counseling, Career Services, and Disability Services Students must self identify for Disability Services Link to our website: usclancaster.sc.edu/counseling/

61 Palmetto College Hubbard Hall, 132 Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (803)

62 Palmetto College Palmetto College degree completion programs are offered completely online after the first 60 hours of the particular program curriculum is completed. Palmetto College hybrid programs are offered both online and "on the ground" through the Regional Palmetto Campuses (Lancaster, Salkehatchie, Sumter and Union).

63 Palmetto College Each bachelor degree is granted through one of the USC system four-year institutions: Business Administration - USC Aiken Criminal Justice - USC Upstate Elementary Education USC Columbia Human Services - USC Beaufort Liberal Studies USC Columbia Organizational Leadership USC Columbia RN-BSN - USC Upstate

64 Welcome to Orientation

65 Bookstore: Fact Sheet Visit us in: Located inside Starr Hall next to the Student Center Store Hours: Monday thru Thursday 8:30am-5pm Friday 8:30am-12pm We are your one-stop shop for all your campus needs, including; All the Textbooks on your Syllabus General Merchandise School Gear School Supplies Snacks Cafe coming in Fall 2016

66 How Do I Order My Textbooks? Two easy ways to buy your textbooks: buy them online at shop at the official campus bookstore There are two easy delivery options: pick them up at the campus bookstore have them delivered to your home. **Standard delivery costs apply.

67 How Do I Find the Books I Need? Select the semester you would like to purchase textbooks for and search using your class schedule.

68 How Do I Find the Books I Need? Textbooks are organized in store by course, which allows students to easily find the books they need by brining in their schedule. Each shelf tag includes: Prices depending on new or used and rent or buy BryteWave Titles available Required or Optional materials Instructor information

69 How do I set up a rental account? We are excited to introduce an even easier rental sign up form that students can complete before they visit the campus store or website. Visit to get started.

70 Digital Books and Study Tools

71 MasterCard Visa American Express Discover Personal Check Cash Carolina Card We Accept:

72 Thank you. We look forward to being your bookstore and serving all of your academic needs.