For example, Brown University is restricted from disbursing Federal funds to a student’s account until the student has officially enrolled for the term, classes have begun, and the student has completed all requirements. Therefore, any Federal funding may appear as an Authorized Credit until the term begins.
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Before arriving on campus, every incoming first-year is assigned two advisors -- an academic advisor and a student peer advisor -- who help them navigate Brown's open curriculum. Transfer students are connected with a concentration advisor and a Transfer Peer Counselor.
As architects of their education, Brown students are expected to be active participants in their education; this requires that they reflect on their strengths, interests, and goals, and that they make informed choices about the areas of study they pursue.
Brown's advising structures support students throughout their academic journey. Before arriving on campus, every incoming first-year is assigned two advisors -- an academic advisor and a student peer advisor -- who help them navigate Brown's open curriculum. Transfer students are connected with a concentration advisor and a Transfer Peer Counselor. In the first year and beyond, students meet with their advisors at key moments to discuss their academic choices and to plan for subsequent terms. Parents may wish to explore the exciting array of concentrations and courses through Focal Point, and to read more about Academic Advising in each year.
The newsletter is emailed several times each year with news and updates specific to undergraduate life at Brown. See the section on Parent Communication for newsletter editions and information about parent email addresses.
The needs analysis formula is the starting point for determining financial aid eligibility.
Learn more about how Brown calculates a family's financial contribution to the student’s education.
Knowing the costs associated with a Brown education can help students and families from all income levels plan ahead and find appropriate financial support.
The Brown University Bill Estimator provides an estimate of the annual billed charges for first year students.
Electronic Statements are traditionally produced in late June for the fall semester (due August 1) and in mid-November for spring semester (due January 1). The Student Account Statement itemizes all charges and/or credits submitted by University departments for the term.
Many scholarship sponsors will accept a copy of the student account statement. If a special billing invoice is required for the sponsor of an outside scholarship, please send the Bursar’s Office written confirmation of the scholarship and a request for a special billing invoice.
The student account statement cannot be addressed to a scholarship sponsor. The Bursar’s Office will prepare a billing invoice and forward it directly to the sponsor. It is the student’s responsibility to follow up with the sponsor to ensure funds are received promptly by the University.