Dollar$ and $ense: May 2022


Complete the 2022-2023 FAFSA today! 

The 2022-2023 FAFSA is now open as of October 1st. If you plan on using Federal Direct Unsubsidized and/or Federal Graduate PLUS Loan funds during the 2022-2023 academic year (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023), you will need to complete the 2022-2023 FAFSA. While the priority deadline was February 1, 2022, we will continue to accept applications throughout the academic year. GMS students must also complete the online SFS Financial Aid Application.


Federal Student Loan Exit Counseling for Graduating Students

Graduating Federal Direct Loan borrowers must complete Federal Student Loan Exit Counseling. This can be done electronically at StudentAid.gov. If you have questions following your online Exit Counseling, you can contact SFS. 


BUMC Virtual Housing Fair 

The Office of Housing Resources will be hosting a virtual housing fair on Thursday, May 26, from 12 pm to 2 pm. Students can meet with realtors and property managers, explore different housing options, and off-campus housing experts will be available to answer questions. Please complete the Housing Fair Registration Form to RSVP for the event.


Summer Enrollment & Aid Application Process  

Looking to borrow loans during the summer semesters? If you are enrolled in at least 6 credits for summer 1 and/or summer 2 or certified full-time and you wish to apply for federal loans, make sure you’ve submitted the 2022-23 FAFSA and the Summer Direct Loan application. If you need additional funds, you can submit the Summer Graduate PLUS Application. Otherwise, private credit-based student loans are also available.


Other SFS Reminders 

Student Loan Relief Update

The Department of Education extension of the pandemic relief for federal student loan borrowers will end on August 31, 2022 (Extension announced in April). The student loan relief, which began in March 2020, includes temporary 0% interest rates, reprieve on loan payments, and paused collection of defaulted federal student loans. Further information and FAQs can be found on the Federal Student Aid website’s announcement on Coronavirus and Forbearance Info for Students, Borrowers, and Parents.


Free Financial Wellness Resources

AAMC Loan Repayment Strategies for You Webinar Recordings Available

SFS hosted Julie Fresne from the AAMC on April 12 and April 21 to present information to graduating students on managing student loans and how to determine which loan repayment option is best for you. Recordings for both sessions are available on our Presentations and Events page.

AccessLex Financial Education Resources

SFS has partnered with AccessLex, a non-profit that offers free financial education programming and resources to help students and graduates manage their finances and loan repayment. We recommend you check out the recording of AccessLex’s webinar, The Road to Zero: A Strategic Approach to Student Loan Repayment. You can also set up a free 1:1 meeting with one of their Accredited Financial Counselors to discuss your specific loans and repayment strategies. 


Quick Survey!

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Questions?

Speak with SFS!

We have Zoom virtual office hours available to all BUMC students on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Stop by Student Financial Services in suite B-401 in the Robinson Building where you can meet with an SFS staff member in-person Monday through Friday.  You can also reach us by phone at 617-358-6550.