STUDENT ATHLETE (502C.1)
Updated 10/05
STUDENT-ATHLETES: SIXTH YEAR AID FUND
Although grants-in-aid do not include financial aid once eligibility expires, Kansas Athletics strives to provide funds, as available, for former student-athletes to complete their undergraduate degree requirements.
Per NCAA regulations, former student-athlete would have to provide community service for the department during the time when Kansas Athletics provides financial assistance.
This fund is established to assist former Jayhawk student-athletes to receiving their undergraduate degree. Kansas Athletics will not provide financial aid for any graduate work.
Procedure
Former student-athletes must formally apply in writing to the Associate Athletic Director/Student Support Services and include the rational for receiving additional financial support and how many credit hours are required for graduation.
Financial Information
Sixth-year financial aid will cover tuition, books and fees. Room and board costs are not included.
Approval Criteria
Associate Athletics Director/Student Support Services along with Associate Athletics Director/Senior Woman Administrator will review application and if endorsed, will present to Athletics Director for final decision. Evaluation of requests will include but is not limited to the following criteria:
Availability of necessary classes;Grades achieved in previous course work;Course completion requirements necessary for graduation.
Director of Athletics will have final approval on all recommendations.