Financial Aid – Houston International College Cardiotech Ultrasound School

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

TUITION AND FEES

Students are advised to complete all administrative arrangements at least two (2) weeks prior to the start of a class. Tuition and fees are payable prior to start of class unless other arrangements are made. Tuition and fees for each course are provided in the cost of attendance section of the catalog. Books, uniform and supplies are not included in the tuition and fees cost.

Houston International College Cardiotech Ultrasound School reserves the right to change tuition rates, fees, and other charges at its discretion when it is deemed advisable.

TITLE IV FINANCIAL AID

Houston International College Cardiotech Ultrasound School policies require all students to be responsible for all educational costs incurred throughout the program. Houston International College Cardiotech Ultrasound School participates in the Federal Title IV financial assistance programs to aid students in meeting the cost of attendance. Qualifying students may utilize Pell Grants or Federal loans , Employer’s reimbursement, Veteran benefits, and other sources to finance the program of choice. All students are required to pay 20% of cost of attendance out of pocket. NOTE: students who have defaulted on previous loans may not qualify for a new loan.

Applicants can fill out a free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the required deadline at: https://studentaid.gov. Returning students deadline is June 1st each year. Students who do not file by this deadline may not be eligible for both the fall and the spring semesters. The deadline for new students is as follows:

Fall and Spring: Oct. 1
Summer: March 1

FEDERAL FUNDING INFORMATION

U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens may qualify for Federal Funding. Applications to lending institutions for a loan are entirely up to individual student. State and Federal loans and grants are available.

Information regarding Loans , Consumer Information, Professional Judgement, Teach Out and additional Financial Aid questions. https://nsldsfap.ed.gov

CAMPUS SAFETY AND SECURITY

Information regarding Houston International College Safety and Security safety and security is available at: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/institution/details

ADDITIONAL CONSUMER INFORMATION: https://fsapartners.ed.gov/knowledge-center/fsa-handbook/2022-2023/vol2/ch6-consumer-information-and-school-reporting

TYPES OF FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

VETERANS BENEFITS-FUNDING: Houston International College Cardiotech Ultrasound School participates in several educational programs offered by the Veterans Administration. Information on application and eligibility may be obtained from the VA education representative.:

EMPLOYER REIMBURSEMENT : Many employers have programs that reimburse students for educational costs. Students should contact the personnel office at their place of employment to determine if such funding is available for attendance at Houston International College Cardiotech Ultrasound School.

EDUCATIONAL FINANCING SOURCES: Students experiencing difficulties paying tuition may seek independent funding from funding companies that offer private educational financing programs. The student and the funding agency make arrangements for these types of funding independent of the college. Houston International College Cardiotech Ultrasound School is not affiliated with any financial or lending institution and any business conducted between financial institution and students is the responsibility of the student and not the college.

METHODS OF PAYMENTS

All students receiving Federal Grants and Loans obligated to pay 20% of the total tuition directly to HICCUS. 50% is due within the first week of class start date. The remaining 50% will be due within 30 day of the start date. Non recipients of Federal aid or loans are required to make an initial 50% tuition payment. NO STUDENT CAN START THE NEXT SEMESTER WITH A BALANCE ON THE PREVIOUS SEMESTER.

Payment Plan Schedule:

Total cost includes tuition, registration, lab, and liability insurance fees, and books.
Students pay 50% deposit for each semester’s total cost of courses for that semester. Balance on account must be paid in full before the next semester.
Delinquencies will be sent to our collection department.
Late payments are reported to one or more major credit bureaus.

Registration fee of $100.00 is paid at the time of enrollment. Required deposit is based on credit worthiness, job stability, and reference checks. All self paying students must sign the automatic bank withdrawal paperwork to be accepted into the monthly payment plan. Student cancelling within 72 hours of enrollment in the college receive a full refund of the $100.

Degree, Certificate of Completion , Transcript or education verification will not be provide until all financial obligations to the college are met. NO EXCEPTIONS. Students are responsible for all fees associated with returned checks and late charges. Failure to adhere to the tuition or fee schedules will result in suspension from classes. Full tuition does not include Registration Fee, Liability Insurance, Books, Supplies, Uniform Fees.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS

Every student is expected to adhere to the enrollment agreement. Tuition and fees must be paid on time according to the terms of the enrollment agreement. In cases of extenuating circumstances, the student should consult with the Administrator’s office. Delinquent students will not be allowed to attend class or clinical externship. Students on clinical site with delinquent financial accounts will be pulled from the site. The college will make an effort to solve all financial obligations directly with the student. Delinquent accounts will be turned over to a collection agency after 3 months, if no reasonable payment arrangements can be made with the student.