Submit your deposit for the following programs:

• MEP, OT, PA, or SLP – follow the instructions emailed to you or included in your acceptance letter.
• International Graduate Students (On-Campus Programs ONLY), visit the International Students page for more information.
• All Other Programs: Email your Admissions Representative to confirm your seat or complete your Online Graduate Confirmation Form (found on your Student Status page).

Please follow this link (studentaid.gov) for current interest rate information.

Federal Direct Stafford Loans for graduate students
The Federal Direct Loan program allows graduate students to borrow up to $20,500 a year without demonstrating financial need. Applicants must file the FAFSA (note: grad students file as independent) and SBU's Student Loan Request Form to receive the loan. Starting in July 2012, new Graduate Stafford loans are not eligible for subsidized interest. This means that interest on the loan principal will accrue while the grad student is enrolled. The exception to this is that students pursuing a program leading to state-issued teacher certification may receive an interest subsidy.

Loan repayment begins six months after the borrower ceases study or drops below half-time status.

Stafford Loan proceeds are paid through a student’s school in two or more installments, and are first applied against tuition and fees, room, board and related school charges. If loan money is left over, this is refunded to the student.

Federal Direct PLUS Loans for graduate students
Students may borrow up to the total amount needed to pay for graduate school tuition, room and board (on campus or off campus) books, fees and other educational expenses - less any pending financial aid. Applicants must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and apply for their maximum Federal Direct Loans before the Federal Direct PLUS Loan can be borrowed. Most applicants are eligible for the PLUS – note that a basic credit check is required for this loan.

PLUS Loan funds are disbursed directly to a student’s school, which will apply the funds directly toward tuition, room, board, fees and other expenses. Any remaining money will be conveyed to the student. PLUS repayment begins 60 days after the final disbursement of funds, with terms extending up to 10 years. Most lenders will defer the PLUS while students are in school. Students must check directly with their lender about in-school deferment.

Loan Forgiveness and Repayment Options
Federal legislation, including the College Cost Reduction and Access Act, provides loan forgiveness options and several different income-based repayment plans for those with potentially burdensome educational loan debt. To learn more, check out the NASFAA website. Note that these programs are subject to change or discontinuation based on new legislation, including current tax reform discussions.  Please check news sites and NASFAA.org to stay up to date on this important issue.

Alternative Loans
There are a variety of alternative loan programs offered by banks and other lenders. Alternative loan funds are disbursed directly to a student's school, which will apply the funds directly toward tuition, room, board, fees and other expenses. Any remaining money will be refunded to the student. Alternative loans have a variable interest rate, and interest starts accruing immediately after disbursement. St. Bonaventure urges students to use the Stafford and PLUS loans as first options, to borrow conservatively, and to examine all loans carefully to make sure that terms and conditions are clearly understood.

View the list of lenders provided by www.elmselect.com.

Once you deposit into your program of study, you will receive an email within three days with instructions to set up your student email account. After depositing, all official university correspondence will be sent to your SBU email address.

If you experience any issues while creating your account, contact the IT Helpdesk at (716) 375-7600 or helpdesk@sbu.edu.

All students, employees and visitors who operate a motor vehicle on campus must register their vehicles with Safety and Security and display a current parking permit.

For information on registering a vehicle on campus or securing a visitors pass, and for detailed information on parking rules and regulations, please visit our Vehicle Rules & Regulations page.

Request Your Student ID (Online Graduate Students)

Once you have been accepted and confirmed/made a deposit if required, follow these steps to request your St. Bonaventure University Student ID, specific to online graduate students:

Confirm Your Deposit

• Ensure you have confirmed your intent to enroll and your deposit, if required.

Prepare Your Information

Have the following ready:

• SBU email address
• Student ID number
• A recent headshot-style photo

Your photo should be clear, well-lit, and show only you from the shoulders up.

Review ID Guidelines

• Remember: Your student ID is for identification purposes only.
• It does not provide access to any on-campus facilities, such as the library, fitness center, or residence halls.

Access the Online Request Form

• Click the link below to open the Student ID Request Form. Please note you’ll have to be logged into MySBU to complete this form.

Complete and Submit Your Request

• Fill in all required fields
  
• Upload your approved photo
• Review your information before submitting

https://my.sbu.edu/custom/id-key-replacement/online-form

• Professors will assign required course material and some may provide specific links.
• Visit The Official Follett St. Bonaventure Bookstore to find additional books, supplies and SBU clothing, accessories and gifts.