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Managing Finances

WKU Refunds

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WKU has partnered with Higher One, a financial services company that specializes in student refund services.

Student Financial Assistance

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The Department of Student Financial Assistance facilitates the awarding and disbursement of grants, loans, scholarships, veteran benefits, and other aid program for students at WKU.

Ask the Expert: Why Not Borrow from My 401(k) for My Daughter's College Tuition?

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Why not borrow from my 401(k) for my daughter’s college tuition, as there will be less to lose in this economic crisis?

Billings and Receivables

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Billings and Receivables handles all tuition and fee payments for students.

WKU Regents Approve $349.4 Million Budget & 2009 -2010 Budget Highlights

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Bowling Green, Ky. - The Western Kentucky University Board of Regents approved a $349.4 million budget for 2009-10. Ann Mead, vice president for Finance and Administration, said the budget is based on Kentucky's 2008-10 state budget and a 4 percent increase in tuition. It also includes an internal reallocation of $1.6 million to fund lump-sum bonus of $500 to $1,000 for employees. The one-time payments will be made at the end of July.

The Financial Aid Secret Worth Big Bucks

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The yearly phenomenon known within the financial aid community as the “summer melt” is working in students’ favor — this year more than ever — offering the opportunity for extra financial aid that previously didn’t exist. And if you’re one of the few students who know the secret, you can get more cash than ever before.

Scholarships for minority students

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There's a lot of money out there for African American students. Here's just a few of the many scholarships I found that available to African American students...

Maximizing Winter Break

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For many students winter break is a welcome time for rest and relaxation; however it can also be a useful time to plan ahead or even make some much needed extra money. Winter break is a great time for a short internship, travel opportunity, networking meeting, or shadowing experience.

Direct PLUS Loans: an option for college parents to help pay for their student’s education

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For parents who want to help their students pay for their college education – but don’t have the resources right now – Direct PLUS Loans are an accessible, flexible option.

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