How do I access by student account and official billing statement?

Halo -> Student Resources -> Billing -> My Account Info -> Official Billing Statement

What is charged to my account?

Charges result from course registration and affiliated fees, inclusive access fees, book vouchers, athletic insurance, meal plan, residence hall, athletic insurance, etc. Schedule of fees.

What are the credits on my account?

Credits are reductions to your balance and result from financial aid (including scholarships), personal payments, charge corrections, etc.

What are inclusive access fees?

Fees are for course materials (digital books) available if your instructor selected that option. It allows you to have access to digital course materials by the first day of class.

When are inclusive access fees charged?

Fees are charged to your account after drop/add unless you opt out by then.

How do I opt out?

There is a link to course materials in Canvas when you log in to view your courses. You should see a link to opt out until drop/add ends. If you opt out, you are responsible for securing your own course materials. Drop/add dates are always displayed on the academic calendar.

How do I read my official billing statement?

We encourage students to always review their billing statement and contact the Business Office about potential consequences of making changes that may add charges and contact the Financial Aid office about how the changes may affect aid eligibility.

The statement balance at the top right reflects your total balance due.

Payment plans should be listed at the top left.

Charges and credits are listed per semester under statement balance and payment plans.

What is a book voucher?

A book voucher is available for some students who have financial aid awards that exceed their tuition and fee charges for the semester as well as LIFE and HOPE recipients. It can be used to purchase merchandise at the campus store. Any amount not used will be applied to your account. You will be notified via email if you have a book voucher along with the amount and expiration date. The book voucher will also be shown on your billing statement.

Am I required to have a meal plan?

All residential students are required to have a meal plan. Students assigned to residence halls are required to have the full meal plan. Students assigned to campus apartments may choose between the 12 meal plan or the full meal plan. Click here for more information. If you are eligible to choose the form will appear in your Halo -> Student Resources -> Billing -> Other Business Office Forms.

GENERAL REFUND POLICY

Academic: See the Academic Procedures section of the catalog for academic withdrawal procedures.

Financial: The University has many continuing expenses, such as faculty salaries and plant maintenance. In order to plan and maintain these services over the entire semester, it is essential that the annual income from fees be assured. For this reason, it is understood that students are enrolled for the entire semester. The fact that school fees are paid in two or more installments does not constitute a fractional contract.

In view of the foregoing, a refund of any portion of the tuition and fees will be made only in the case of official withdrawal from Limestone through the Office of the Associate Provost and on the following basis:

Traditional Day Program:

When the student has been enrolled:Portion of Tuition and Fees, Room Returned
Up to 7 calendar days after classes begin100%
8 to 14 calendar days75%
15 to 21 calendar days60%
22 to 28 calendar days45%
29 to 35 calendar days30%
36 to 42 calendar days15%

No comprehensive refund will be allowed after six (6) weeks. No Meal Plan refund will be issued after the first 7 calendar days after classes begin.

In the Online Program refunds are as follows:

Up to 3 calendar days after the course begins ...................... 100% refund
4 calendar days to end of course ...............................................0% refund

Return of Unearned Military Tuition (TA):

This policy applies to all students receiving Military Tuition Assistance (TA) for the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard.

Military Tuition Assistance (TA) is awarded to a student under the assumption that the student will attend school for the entire period for which the assistance is awarded. When a student withdraws, the student may no longer be eligible for the full amount of TA funds originally awarded. To comply with the Department of Defense (DOD) policy, Limestone University will return any unearned TA funds on a prorated basis through at least the 60% portion of the period for which the funds were provided. TA funds are earned proportionally during an enrollment period, with unearned funds returned based upon when a student stops attending.

In instances when a Service member stops attending due to a military service obligation, Limestone will work with the affected service member to identify solutions that will not result in student debt for the returned portion in compliance with the DOD policy. In instances when a Service member stops attending due to non-military service obligation after the drop/add date, the Service member will be responsible for paying Limestone University the amount of the returned portion of the TA funds.

Military Tuition Assistance (TA) is a benefit paid to eligible members of the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard. Each service has its own criteria for eligibility, obligated service, application processes, and restrictions. This money is usually paid directly to the institution by the individual services. This policy only applies to this type of educational benefit. The TA program is a benefit that is available only while the student is in the service. This policy does not apply to Veterans or Veterans' benefits.

To remain in compliance with the Department of Defense’s policy, Limestone University will return any unearned TA funds through at least 60% of the semester (day program) on term (online program) a prorated basis. The amount of unearned TA that is returned is based on the date of withdrawal from the course.

After 60% of the semester has passed, TA will not be evaluated for a return to the DOD.

Federal, State, or Institutional Financial Aid:

Refunds for students receiving Federal, State, or Institutional Financial Aid will be made in accordance with the regulations governing the respective programs. Policy statements regarding the refund of financial aid money are available in the Business Office or Financial Aid Office. An unofficial withdrawal may result in a student’s forfeiting all financial aid and thus becoming responsible for the entire balance. Schedules are sent to all students at the beginning of each semester.

Note: Schedules concerning refund dates are sent to all students at the beginning of each semester. Students are asked to check their limestone.edu email addresses and LU Halo.