HEOA Student Consumer Information

This page provides links to information about USciences in accordance with the 2008 Higher Education Opportunity Act. Visit the HEOA website for more information.

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General Institutional Information

• Privacy of Student Records − Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
• Facilities and Services for Students with Disabilities
• Student Diversity
• Price of Attendance
• Financial Aid Office: Tuition, Fees, Room and Board
• Net Price Calculator
• Refund Policy and Requirements for Withdrawal and Return of Federal Financial Aid
• Return of Federal Financial Aid
• Refund policy
• Textbook Information
• Educational Program
• Undergraduate and First Professional Programs
• Graduate Programs
• Instructional Facilities
• Faculty
• Transfer of Credit Policies and Articulation Agreements
• Transfer of Credit Policies
• Articulation Agreements
• Accreditation, Approval, and Licensure of Institution and Programs
• State Authorization
• Copyright Infringement − Policies and Sanctions
• Computer Use and File Sharing
• Student Activities
• Clubs and Organizations
• Athletics
• ROTC Programs
• Career and Job Placement Services

Student Financial Assistance

• Assistance Available From Federal, State, Local, and Institutional Programs
• Federal Student Financial Aid Penalties for Drug Law Violations
• Student Loan Information
• Initial Loan Counseling for Student Borrowers
• Exit Counseling for Student Borrowers
• Institutional Code of Conduct for Education Loans
• Preferred Lender List or Lender Arrangements

Health and Safety

• Health and Counseling Related Websites and Resources
• Health and Immunization Requirements for Entering Students
• Campus Security Policies, Crime Statistics and Crime Log
• General Information
• Daily Crime Log
• Annual Crime Reports
• Fire Safety Policies, Fire Statistics and Fire Log (On-Campus Housing Facilities)
• Fire and Evacuation Policies
• Annual Fire Safety Report

Student Outcomes

• Retention Rate
• Graduation Rates (Student Right-to-Know Act)
• Graduation Rates (by Financial Aid Category)
• Graduation Rates for Students Receiving Athletically Related Student Aid
• Transfer-out Rates for Students Receiving Athletically Related Student Aid
• Job Placement for Graduates
• Job Placement Rates for Graduates
• Graduate and Professional Education Placement for Graduates
• Gainful Employment Disclosure - Biostatistical Methods with SAS Programming Certificate
• Gainful Employment Disclosure - Biomedical Writing (Marketing Writing and Regulatory Writing) Certificates
• Gainful Employment Disclosure - Biotechnology Certificate
• Gainful Employment Disclosure - Finance Certificate
• Gainful Employment Disclosure - Health Education and Communication Certificate
• Gainful Employment Disclosure - Health Informatics Certificate
• Gainful Employment Disclosure - Pharmaceutical Business Certificate
• Gainful Employment Disclosure - Pharmaceutical Marketing Certificate
• Intercollegiate Athletic Program Participation Rates and Financial Support Data (Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act). Use the NADA website and search for “University of the Sciences” to find more information.

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Student Complaint Process for Out-of-State Distance Learning and Field Experience Students

University of the Sciences (USciences) is committed to resolving student grievances, complaints and concerns in an expeditious, fair and amicable manner. Students residing outside of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania while attending USciences who desire to resolve a grievance should follow the University’s Student Grievance Policy, as provided in the most recent USciences Student Handbook. In addition, students may find it helpful to consult with their academic advisor and/or program director regarding the various means for resolving student grievances, complaints and concerns.

If the student bringing a complaint is not satisfied with the outcome of USciences’ student grievance process, the student may file a complaint with the Pennsylvania Department of Education (complaints may be filed by students residing in any state). To lodge a complaint with the Pennsylvania Department of Education, complete and follow the procedure process on the appropriate form. For additional information, contact:

Division of Higher & Career Education
Pennsylvania Department of Education - Postsecondary and Adult Education
333 Market Street, 12th Fl | Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333
Phone: 717.783.8228 | Fax: 717.722.3622
ra-collunivseminfo@pa.gov | www.education.state.pa.us

Students not satisfied with the outcome of USciences’ student grievance process may also choose to file a complaint with the state in which they reside.  The Student Grievance Contact Information for Individual States provides phone numbers, email addresses and/or links to state education and other agencies.