Money Matters

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We know money matters for families. Whether you are helping your student pay for college or assisting them in navigating what can feel complex about financial aid and paying for college, USF has several resources to help your student navigate their needs throughout the process. USF directly interfaces with students regarding their financial aid and educational records, so we encourage family members to help their students identify their questions or needs so they are equipped with the most accurate information.

Financial Aid Tutorials

You and your student can review step-bystep instructions and tutorial videos for each aspect of the financial aid process by visiting usf.edu/financial-aid and reviewing the “How To Videos.”

Florida Bright Futures

Make sure USF is listed as your student’s school choice for Florida Bright Futures. Your student should review usf.edu/financial-aid/brightfutures for more details.

Florida Pre-Paid

A short tutorial to learn how Florida Pre-paid works at USF along with related information can be found at usf.edu/business-finance/controller/ student-services/student-accounting/ florida-prepaid.aspx.

Student Loans

Students will need to complete Entrance Counseling and sign a Master Promissory Note at studentaid.gov if they will be borrowing federal loans. Please note: international students do not need to complete this step. Review Tuition and Fee Deadlines

Tuition and fees must be paid by the fifth day of the semester in the student’s OASIS account. Your student can review their total amount due in OASIS once they have registered for classes. If students are receiving a financial aid deferment or have an active FL Prepaid Plan they will get an extended bill due date. usf.edu/business-finance/controller/ student-services/deadline-dates.aspx

Financial Education

The Bull2Bull Financial Education Program (B2B) is a peer-to-peer financial education program. It is designed to enhance the financial wellness of undergraduate students. Learn more at usf.edu/financial-education.

Financial Aid Access for Third Party (Including Parent and Family Members)

In order to discuss your student’s financial aid awards with the university, your student must contact the Office of Financial Aid and request the Privacy Release for Dependent Students form to be posted to OASIS. The form must be completed online. Please note your student must update this form on an annual basis. For more questions, visit usf.edu/financial-aid/questions.

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Family Conversation Starters:

• “Who is financially responsible and accountable for college?”

Every student and family’s decisions look different, so establishing the expectation from the onset of your student’s collegiate experience is beneficial to drive decision-making and budgeting.

• “Do you plan to work? Do you need to work right away

or are you able to wait until you’ve adjusted?”

• “How much spending money do you need?”

• “How do you plan to stretch your money throughout

the entire semester/year?”

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