POLICIES & REGULATIONS

The following section is packed with key information to help students make the most of their time at FIDM. We recommend that students carefully review it and refer any questions or concerns to their Advisor.

Admissions Process

Whenever possible, campus visits and personal interviews are encouraged for all candidates. However, out-of-state students may interview by telephone and apply online. International students should develop a relationship with an Admissions Advisor by email and apply online at FIDM.edu.

1. Submission of high school/secondary school transcript(s) and, if applicable, all college/ university transcripts. All candidates must possess or be a candidate for a high school/ secondary school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED).

2. Submission of Admissions Essay (2 pages maximum) Contact the Office of Admissions or access admissions essay information at FIDM.edu.

3. Submission of two recommendations from professionals such as faculty, counselors, school administrators, or employers.

4. Submission of portfolio requirement for all majors. Contact the Office of Admissions or access portfolio requirements at FIDM.edu.

5. Submission of $25 initial application fee and a final application fee of $200 due upon acceptance (non-refundable fees).

ADMISSION TO THE ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMS Limited to high school graduates, applicants with strong GED test scores, or students who are transferring prior to obtaining a degree from another college.

ADMISSION TO THE ASSOCIATE OF ARTS PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION DEGREE PROGRAMS Limited to candidates who have a U.S. accredited degree or a minimum of 45 semester units (67 quarter units) of transferable academic coursework, or a certified international degree and wish to add a new field of specialization. Information about specific prerequisite coursework and approved professional experience may be obtained from the Office of Admissions.

ADMISSION TO THE ASSOCIATE OF ARTS ADVANCED STUDY DEGREE PROGRAMS Limited to candidates who possess a prior academic degree from FIDM in a related discipline. (See page 21 for exceptions.)

ADMISSION TO THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE AND BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMS Admission to the B.S. and B.A. programs is limited to graduates who have a prior FIDM Associate of Arts degree completed in good standing and have demonstrated a strong academic performance. Some B.S/B.A. programs are open to qualified transfer students. Admission to the B.A. Professional Studies program is limited to graduates who have a prior FIDM Associate of Arts degree and a prior FIDM Associate of Arts Advanced Study degree. The application process for a Bachelor's degree includes an admissions essay and recommendations from professionals such as faculty, staff, or employers. A meeting/interview with the Department Chairperson may also be required. For further information, contact the Student Advisement Office.

ADMISSION TO THE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEGREE PROGRAM Admission to the MBA program is limited to graduates who have a Bachelor's degree from FIDM or another accredited college or university. Students without an undergraduate Business Degree will complete the PreMBA Foundation coursework before starting the MBA coursework. With approval from the Department Chair, students with an undergraduate degree in Business Management and a strong academic background may go directly into the MBA coursework. The application process for a Master's degree includes an admissions essay and recommendations from professionals such as faculty, staff, or employers. A meeting/interview with the Department Chairperson may also be required. For further information, contact the Student Advisement Office.

OUT-OF-STATE ADMISSIONS Students residing outside of the State of California may waive the requirement of a personal interview by contacting an out-of-state Admissions Advisor (by telephone, in writing, or online) to arrange for a telephone interview. A final application fee of $200 is due upon acceptance (non-refundable fee); a $150 fee is due after acceptance.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADMISSIONS International students may apply online at FIDM.edu. The following additional requirements may need to be satisfied by international students:

1. Developmental Writing Classes FIDM offers a transitional writing course entitled Developmental Writing which focuses upon grammar and structural elements or conventions in written communication and prepares students for Writing Skills. Placement into this course is typically based upon a TOEFL score or a writing sample and the EPT (English Placement Test) administered by FIDM.

2. TOEFL Applicants whose first language is not English are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a TOEFL equivalency test (check with an Admissions Advisor). The minimum TOEFL score for admission to FIDM is 65 Internet-based or 183 computer-based. FIDM's TOEFL school code is #4457.

3. Transcripts All international transcripts must be translated and may require an educational evaluation by an official agency.

. Letter of Financial Support FIDM is on the approved list of the U.S. Department of Justice for non-immigrant students and is authorized to issue certificates of eligibility (Form I-20). International students are required to supply a bank statement verifying that they are able to meet their financial obligations. International students residing out of the U.S. are not required to attend personal interviews. International students should not depend on part-time employment for financial support while attending college. Industry experience may be gained by applying for practical training during the second year of enrollment.

Financial Aid

FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS FIDM offers several different types of financial assistance. Students may apply for federal and state grants and loans, merit- and talent-based scholarships, and work-study programs, and browse Career Center listings for part-time employment. FIDM is also a Military Friendly school and accepts most VA (Veterans Affairs) education benefits for veterans, spouses, and dependents. FIDM's Financial Aid, Admissions, Student Advisement, and Scholarship Foundation offices can provide guidance in applying for these types of aid. In addition, applicants should consult their high school counselors about any grants or scholarships that may be available. Local, state, and national scholarship competitions provide many scholarship opportunities. Employers and fraternal, alumni, and civic organizations with which the students or their parents are affiliated may be another source of financial assistance and should be explored. While applicants are encouraged to seek grants and scholarships, students should not rely upon them as the sole means of financing their education. Additional information can be found in the Financial Aid section on FIDM.edu. For more information about scholarship opportunities, visit the FIDM Scholarship Foundation website: fidmscholarshipfoundation.org. Also, if students have been accepted for admission to FIDM, additional FAQs can be found on the FIDM Portal myfidm.fidm.edu.

Government Aid Programs

FEDERAL PELL GRANT Money received from this program is a grant and does not have to be repaid. Aid is disbursed quarterly. This program is designed to provide financial assistance for students determined by the federal government guidelines to have financial need.

EDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY GRANT (SEOG) This grant is available to students who demonstrate extreme financial need and is used to supplement aid from other assistance programs. Funding received from this program does not need to be repaid. Aid is distributed quarterly.

FEDERAL WORK-STUDY PROGRAM Aid received from this program consists of wages paid for work. Earnings are not applied to the student's account at FIDM. Students interested in participating in this program must contact FIDM's Financial Services Office.

FEDERAL SUBSIDIZED STAFFORD LOAN This is a federal loan based on financial need and borrowed from the government. The federal government pays interest on the loan while the student is enrolled at least half-time. Repayment of the loan begins six months after the student leaves college or drops below half-time attendance.

FEDERAL UNSUBSIDIZED STAFFORD LOAN This loan is not based on financial need and the same process as the Subsidized Stafford loan determines eligibility. The terms of the loan are similar to the Subsidized Stafford loan; however, the student is responsible for the interest during in-school and deferment periods. The annual limits for Stafford loans can be found at: studentaid.ed.gov/types/loans.

FEDERAL PLUS LOAN The Parent PLUS loan (for undergraduate students) assists parents with good credit histories in borrowing for their dependent student's educational expenses. A creditworthy co-borrower may cosign the Parent PLUS loan with the parent. The Grad PLUS loan (for students in FIDM's MBA program) can assist students with good credit to pay for their educationally related expenses. A creditworthy co-borrower may cosign the Grad PLUS loan with the student.

VETERANS EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS FIDM is approved to participate in a number of programs administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Information regarding eligibility for the veterans educational programs may be obtained by calling the toll-free number 1.888.GI.BILL1 (1.888.442.4551) to speak with a Veterans Benefits Counselor or by visiting the website at gibill.va.gov. Additional information about the application process for VA Educational benefits can be found in FIDM's Veterans Information Bulletin (VIB) which may be obtained from the Registrar or the Financial Aid Office at FIDM, or at the Military Friendly section on FIDM.edu.

CALIFORNIA STATE AID PROGRAMS The following programs require California state residency:

CAL GRANT A This grant provides tuition & fee assistance to low- and middle-income students. Eligibility is based on financial need and academic qualifications.

CAL GRANT B This grant provides assistance for access and tuition & fees to disadvantaged and low-income students. Eligibility is based on financial need and academic qualifications.

CAL GRANT C This grant provides assistance with tuition & fees and books & supplies to career-oriented low-and middle-income students. Eligibility is based on financial need.

The annual deadline to apply for Cal Grants is March 2.

GRANT & SCHOLARSHIP SOURCES FOR OUT-OF-STATE STUDENTS Aid programs from states other than California can be found at the following website: wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov Programs/EROD/org_list.cfm?category_ID=SHE. In most instances, state grants/scholarships are only usable in the states in which they are awarded. Government aid, other than earnings from workstudy employment, is disbursed quarterly. Federaland state-funded programs are based on legislative action, and funding and eligibility requirements are subject to change. For current financial aid eligibility requirements and additional information regarding program availability, applicants should refer to the FIDM Student Consumer Handbook in the Financial Aid section of FIDM's website.

Private & Institutional Scholarships

Scholarship information can be found in the Financial Aid section of FIDM's website. For more information about scholarship opportunities, visit the FIDM Scholarship Foundation website fidmscholarshipfoundation. org. Also, if students have been accepted for admission to FIDM, additional FAQs can be found on the FIDM Portal myfidm.fidm.edu.

General Guidelines for Financial Aid

Federal aid programs are awarded on an award-year basis, beginning July 1 and ending June 30, so an applicant may need to apply for aid more than once during an academic or calendar year. Important: The Federal Aid application is made available and can be submitted in October of each year. The same application is used by California residents to apply for the California State Grant programs. The filing deadline for Cal Grants is March 2. Students receiving any type of financial aid must make satisfactory progress toward the completion of a specific educational program. Failure to do so will result in the termination of financial aid eligibility for the program. Student eligibility for a maximum award requires full-time (minimum 12 units per quarter) attendance at the college. Federal financial aid is available for only one repeat of a specific course in which a grade of D- or better was received. Some aid types are given on a first-come, first-served basis. All financial aid documents must be completed before the student may register for classes.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE It is the student's responsibility to ensure that processing of the financial aid package is complete before clearance for registration. It is FIDM's responsibility to administer assistance programs as to insure strict compliance with regulations governing financial aid. To be considered for financial aid, students must first notify their Admissions Advisor, Student Advisor, or the Financial Aid Office directly of their intent to apply for financial assistance. It is the student's responsibility to complete and return all documents requested by the Student Financial Services Office. Applicants should check the status of their financial aid application on the FIDM Portal.

APPLICATIONS AND FORMS REQUIRED All Financial Aid documents and applications can be obtained through guidance found on FIDM's Portal. Once students have requested financial aid after meeting with their Admissions Advisor, they may visit the Finance section (under the Student Services tab) on the FIDM Portal and go to the "What documents are still due?" section for detailed information. The FIDM Portal is found at myfidm.fidm.edu/wps/portal. Students applying for assistance from the California aid programs or the Federal aid programs (Pell, SEOG, Work Study, and Stafford and PLUS Loans) must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The application can be accessed at fafsa.ed.gov. To apply for a federal loan (Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford and PLUS loans), visit the Direct Loan website at studentloans.gov. This site will allow students, parents, and endorsers to complete the steps for the loan application process, including: – Master Promissory Note (MPN) – Parent PLUS and Grad PLUS loan requests – Endorsing a parent PLUS loan The student and parent borrower confirms the type and amount of their loan(s) on FIDM's Stafford or PLUS Authorization form. This form is accessed via the FIDM Portal as part of the financial aid documentation process. Students are advised to carefully review aid applications for deadline dates and any special requirements/instructions.

FEDERAL AID ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS To be eligible for assistance from the Federal Pell, Federal Work Study, Federal SEOG, Federal Stafford, and Federal PLUS programs the student must: – Be admitted as a regular student. – Meet citizenship requirements, or eligible non-citizen requirements. – Have a valid Social Security number. – Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). – Maintain satisfactory progress in their course of study. – Not be in default on any type of Federal Student Loan (Perkins, Stafford or PLUS loans) received at any college. – Not owe a refund on a Federal Pell or Federal SEOG received at any college. – Meet current requirements for selective service. – Complete required loan entrance counseling before federal loans can be disbursed.

Aid from the Federal SEOG and Federal Work Study programs will be given on a "first come, first served" basis. Because funding is very limited, students who apply late or fail to provide documentation to substantiate need will not receive assistance from these programs.

NON-CITIZEN ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA To be eligible for federal aid programs, students must be either U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens. Eligible non-citizens (e.g., Permanent Residents) may be asked to provide a copy of approved documentation to determine citizenship eligibility before any estimated financial aid is awarded at the college. If primary confirmation is not received through the Federal Government, a secondary confirmation from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (U.S. Department of Homeland Security) will be required. California resident students who do not qualify as eligible non-citizens for federal aid purposes may be eligible for a Cal Grant via the California Dream Act. The California Dream Act Application must be submitted by the March 2 deadline. More information can be found at csac.ca.gov/dream_act.asp.

FEDERAL COLLEGE WORK STUDY (FWS) The Federal College Work Study program is a needbased program that provides employment assistance to eligible students working in FWS-approved positions. The student applying for FWS funds is responsible for completing all necessary employment forms before beginning work. Students accepting employment in the Federal College Work-Study Program are responsible for performing their work in a satisfactory manner. FWS employees must arrive at work on time and comply with reasonable employer requirements. During periods of enrollment student FWS recipients should not work more than 20 hours per week. The amount of a Federal College Work Study (FWS) award is an estimate based on the student's anticipated earnings during an academic year. Actual FWS earnings will depend on the hours worked by the student. An FWS award cannot be applied toward a student's FIDM account. Paychecks are issued to work-study recipients every two weeks, and checks are made payable to the student.

METHOD & FREQUENCY OF FINANCIAL AID PAYMENTS Other than FWS wages, all financial aid will be credited to the student's tuition account. All forms of federal and state financial assistance are disbursed quarterly. Generally, private loans are disbursed quarterly but in some cases may be made in one disbursement. Students will receive a payment from FIDM if the financial aid disbursed in a quarter exceeds the institutional costs attributed to that quarter. Students and parents who borrow federal loans will receive a notification of each disbursement from the school. If the student or parent borrower wishes to cancel all or a portion of a loan, he or she must inform staff in the Student Financial Services Department within 14 days of the date of the notification.

STUDENT EXPENSE BUDGET Average cost-of-living expenses are based on surveys completed by FIDM Students to compute the student's cost of attendance (student expense budget). The budget takes into consideration the following: – Tuition and fees – Room and board – Books and supplies – Transportation expenses – Personal and miscellaneous costs Standard costs of room and board, transportation and miscellaneous expenses for a 9-month academic year are:

STUDENTS LIVING AT HOME

Room / board Transportation Miscellaneous TOTAL $5,436

Transportation Miscellaneous TOTAL $5,436 $2,043

Miscellaneous TOTAL $5,436 $2,043 + $2,142

$700 for travel expenses is included for Out-ofState Students. When computing their expected cost of attendance, students should use these figures merely as a guide. Tuition/fees and book/supplies costs will be shown in the student's Schedule of Payments.

DETERMINING AID ELIGIBILITY FIDM uses Federal Methodology to assess financial need (i.e., cost of attendance minus the federally calculated expected family contribution).

TENTATIVE PACKAGE EXAMPLE

Cost of Attendance* Expected Family Contribution NEED AID PACKAGE Pell Federal Stafford subsidized loan Federal Stafford unsubsidized loan TOTAL AID PACKAGE (UNMET NEED) $49,227

Expected Family Contribution - $999

NEED $48,228

AID PACKAGE

Pell $4,780

Federal Stafford subsidized loan $3,500

Federal Stafford unsubsidized loan $6,000

TOTAL AID PACKAGE $14,280

(UNMET NEED) ($33,948)

*This is one example of tuition/fees, books/ supplies, room/board, transportation/expenses, and personal/miscellaneous expenses. All figures with the exception of actual tuition/fees and books/supplies costs are obtained from FIDM Student Surveys.

CRITERIA FOR CONTINUED ELIGIBILITY Students must be enrolled and be making satisfactory progress in order to receive aid funds. Registration will be checked before aid funds are disbursed. Full time enrollment at FIDM is considered to be a minimum of 12 units per quarter. Federal Pell and Cal Grant awards will be prorated for a student who initially registers full time and subsequently drops below full time enrollment. To maintain eligibility for Title IV Loans, students must maintain at least halftime attendance. Please contact the Student Financial Services Department for specifics. Students are responsible for reapplying for financial assistance on a timely basis. The federal financial aid award year begins each July 1st. Aid applications are made available to students beginning in October for the following financial aid year. Students returning from a Leave of Absence must contact their Student Advisor prior to their return to determine if they need to reapply for aid. Students meeting all program requirements will be considered to be eligible aid recipients.

Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Requirements

Students receiving federal financial aid must maintain satisfactory academic progress (SAP) in accordance with FIDM's SAP policy. A student who does not meet SAP standards is subject to loss of financial aid. The standards for financial aid SAP are stricter than those for students who do not receive financial aid.

FINANCIAL AID SAP STANDARDS SAP is monitored periodically during the program of study. At each monitoring period, the student must meet SAP standards in three areas:

1. GPA

2. Unit completion

3. Pace

GPA: A student in an undergraduate program must maintain a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. A student in the Master's program must maintain a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Unit completion: A student must successfully complete a minimum number of units at each monitoring point. See the chart on the next page for examples of unit completion standards for some programs.

Pace: A student must successfully complete a minimum of 67% of the units attempted on a cumulative basis. For financial aid SAP purposes, "units attempted" are defined as units for classes for which the student has a grade at the completion of a quarter, with the exception of the classes Writing Skills and Financial Skills Workshop. Units for classes dropped prior to the deadline to drop in a quarter are not considered attempted, but units for a class with a grade of "W" are considered as units attempted. "Successfully completed" units are units for classes with grades of "A", "B", "C", "D" or "P". Units considered to be not successfully completed are units for classes with grades of "F" or "W". Units for classes with a grade of "I" can be either successful or not, depending on the eventual resolution of the incomplete.

MONITORING PERIOD Except as noted*, a student's financial aid SAP will be monitored at the completion of three quarters of attendance (once per academic year). To be in compliance with SAP standards, the student must meet all three components of SAP at the point of monitoring, meaning the student must: 1) Have successfully completed at least 67% of the units they have attempted, 2) Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0, (3.0 for Master's) and 3) Have successfully completed the minimum number of units during the monitoring period. A student who is not meeting all of these standards is subject to SAP disciplinary action. * Exception for students enrolled in the Master's program. A student's financial aid SAP will be monitored at the completion of two quarters of attendance. * Exception for students enrolled in a 3 quarter Professional Designation or Advanced AA Program. The SAP for students in a program of study of three quarters or less will be monitored on a quarterly basis. If a student in one of these programs fails to meet SAP standards, they will be placed on "Financial Aid Warning" status. A student in "Warning" status may receive financial aid for one additional quarter. If the student fails to meet SAP standards in that additional quarter, they are subject to SAP disciplinary actions as described in the next section.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

A.A. PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION OR A.A. ADVANCED STUDY

A.A. ADVANCED STUDY

B.A. IN PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

A.A.

B.A. / B.S. BACHELOR'S DEGREE

MBA MASTER'S DEGREE

A.A. PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION

PROGRAM LENGTH

3 quarters

1 year

2 years

5 quarters

4 quarters

PROGRAM UNITS

SAP MONITORING POINT

At the end of every quarter of attendance

At the end of every three quarters of attendance

At the end of every two quarters of attendance

At the end of every three quarters of attendance

MINIMUM NUMBER OF SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED UNITS REQUIRED AT EACH MONITORING PERIOD

1ST 2ND 3RD 4TH

11 22 33 45

12 24 36 48

12 24 36 46

30 60 90

30 60 91

24 48 61

30 60

27 54

33 66

30 60

30 57

30 54

30 51

SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (SAP) DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS A student who has not met all of the financial aid standards and who wants to retain financial aid eligibility must appeal their SAP determination. If the student does not appeal, the student will lose their financial aid eligibility in the quarter immediately following the period of monitoring. For example, if the student is determined to have not met SAP standards at the end of their third quarter of attendance and does not appeal that determination, the student loses their aid eligibility beginning with their fourth quarter of attendance. Likewise, if the student appeals and the appeal is not approved, the student loses their eligibility for aid in the first quarter following the period of monitoring. The school will notify the student if the outcome of the review of the appeal affects the student's aid eligibility.

A student who appeals their SAP standing may regain their financial aid eligibility only after the appeal has been reviewed and approved by FIDM Staff. In some cases, adherence to an academic plan may be required for the student to regain their aid eligibility. An academic plan is specific to the individual student, and may require the student to successfully follow a schedule of specific coursework, unit loads, etc. If a student's SAP appeal is approved, they are considered to be on "SAP Probation" status, and are eligible for one additional quarter of financial aid eligibility. If the student's SAP appeal is approved and requires adherence to an academic plan, the student will retain financial aid eligibility as long as the student meets the terms of the plan.

If a student who is on SAP Probation subject to the terms of an academic plan meets the minimum SAP requirements at a standard monitoring period, the SAP probation status can be removed at the discretion of FIDM financial aid staff. Should a student meet the terms of their financial aid academic plan but nonetheless be placed on FIDM academic disqualification or academic dismissal, the student would also be considered to be disqualified for financial aid purposes. If the student is allowed to return to school after academic dismissal or academic disqualification, a new SAP appeal and academic plan would be required.

APPEAL PROCEDURES Students who have not met SAP standards at the point of monitoring (and are not entitled to "Financial Aid Warning" status) will lose their eligibility for financial aid. The student will receive a communication from the Financial Aid Office with instructions on how to appeal. The student must follow all the instructions, including the time frame for return of the appeal form. The appeal form must be returned to the Financial Aid Office at the student's campus of attendance, unless otherwise directed. FIDM Staff will review and respond to the appeal. The response will inform the student if:

1. The appeal has been accepted and aid has been reinstated

2. The appeal has been accepted and aid has been reinstated subject to the student's successful adherence to the terms of an academic plan, OR

3. The appeal has been denied and the student has been disqualified from receiving further aid.

SUBSEQUENT APPEAL FIDM Staff may accept a subsequent SAP appeal from a student who has failed to meet the terms of an Academic Plan. A subsequent appeal will only be approved if the student has encountered challenges in addition to those on which an original appeal was approved. A revised Academic Plan would be created. To maintain financial aid eligibility, the student would then need to meet the terms of that new Plan.

COURSE INCOMPLETES For purposes of pace, units for a class with a grade of "I" are counted as units attempted but not completed. For purposes of unit completion, units for a class with a grade of "I" are counted as units successfully completed. If the grade is changed prior to the final SAP monitoring for the previous quarter, appropriate action will be taken, depending on the changed grade (SAP status will be changed to warning, suspension, disqualification, "OK", or no action if the SAP status is not affected). If the grade is changed after the final SAP monitoring for the previous quarter, the student's SAP will be monitored as usual at the next monitoring marker.

COURSE WITHDRAWALS Grades for classes with a grade of "W" are not included in the calculation of GPA. Units for classes with a grade of "W" are counted as attempted but not successfully completed for purposes of pace. For purposes of unit completion, classes with a grade of "W" are considered not successfully completed.

QUARTERS OF NON-ATTENDANCE Quarters of non-attendance are not included in SAP monitoring. Students are required to meet standards of attendance in addition to standards of SAP. FIDM's policies that limit the number of quarters of non-attendance can be found on page 28 of FIDM's Student Consumer Handbook for 2017-18.

COURSE REPETITIONS If a student repeats a class for which they received a "D" or an "F", in subsequent SAP monitoring the original grade will not be counted in the GPA calculation, but the pace and unit completion calculations will include the units for the original grade. If a student repeats a class for which they received a grade of "C-" or better, SAP will be monitored normally as if the class was not a repeat. However, a student who repeats a class for which they received a passing grade ("D-" or better) may only receive federal financial aid for one repeat of that class.

CHANGES OF MAJOR A change of major within a program (for example, a student in a two-year AA program changes major from Fashion Design to Product Development) will often result in an increase in the length of time required for completion of the program. In those situations, FIDM will recalculate the unit completion requirements for the new length of time. The student will be held to that new unit completion requirement, as well as the existing Pace and GPA requirements.

TRANSFER OF CREDIT FROM PREVIOUS INSTITUTIONS For purposes of the measurement of pace, credit accepted in transfer from previous colleges is counted as both units attempted and units completed. The student's GPA at FIDM is not affected by transfer units. For purposes of the measurement of unit completion, credit accepted in transfer from previous colleges is counted as successfully completed units.

REESTABLISHING AID ELIGIBILITY As described above, a student may retain their aid eligibility by meeting the terms of their academic plan. A student who has been disqualified for reasons of SAP may also regain aid eligibility if they meet the minimum standards of SAP for their program at the

Student Loan Information

If a student obtains a loan to pay for an educational program, the student will have the responsibility to repay the full amount of the loan plus interest, less the amount of any refund. Students should carefully review the promissory note for any loan which is accepted. The promissory note will give the borrower the legal requirements of the loan and deferment/cancellation provisions. Terms and conditions of federal loan programs may be found at the U.S. Department of Education's website studentaid.ed.gov/types/loans.

FEDERAL STUDENT STAFFORD LOAN REPAYMENT Questions regarding repayment of a Federal Student Stafford Loan may be directed to the Stafford Repayment Coordinator, at the Los Angeles campus at x4260. See sample Stafford Loan repayment schedule provided (page 201).

FEDERAL PERKINS LOAN REPAYMENT Questions regarding the repayment of a Federal Perkins Loan may be directed to the Perkins Loan Assistant Director, in the Perkins Loan Department at the Los Angeles campus at x4211. See sample Perkins Loan repayment schedule on pages 202-203. A loan is not a gift — it must be repaid with interest.

FEDERAL DIRECT LOAN EXIT COUNSELING INFORMATION Federal Loan exit counseling will:

(i) Inform the student borrower of the average anticipated monthly repayment amount based on the student borrower's indebtedness or on the average indebtedness of student borrowers who have obtained Direct Subsidized Loans and Direct Unsubsidized Loans, student borrowers who have obtained only Direct PLUS Loans, or student borrowers who have obtained Direct Subsidized, Direct Unsubsidized, and Direct PLUS Loans, depending on the types of loans the student borrower has obtained, for attendance at the same school or in the same program of study at the same school;

(ii) Review for the student borrower of available repayment plan options, including the standard repayment, extended repayment, graduated repayment, income-contingent repayment plans, and income-based repayment plans, including a description of the different features of each plan and sample information showing the average anticipated monthly payments, and the difference in interest paid and total payments under each plan;

iii) Explain to the borrower the options to prepay each loan, to pay each loan on a shorter schedule, and to change repayment plans;

(iv) Provide information on the effects of loan consolidation including, at a minimum —

(A) The effects of consolidation on total interest to be paid, fees to be paid, and length of repayment;

(B) The effects of consolidation on a borrower's underlying loan benefits, including grace periods, loan forgiveness, cancellation, and deferment opportunities;

(D) That borrower benefit programs may vary among different lenders;

(v) Include debt management strategies that are designed to facilitate repayment;

(vi) Explain to the student borrower how to contact the party servicing the student borrower's Direct Loans;

(vii) Meet the requirements described in 34 CFR 685.304 (a)(6)(i), (a)(6)(ii), and (a)(6)(iv);

(viii) Describe the likely consequences of default, including adverse credit reports, delinquent debt collection procedures under federal law, and litigation;

(ix) Provide—

(A) A general description of the terms and conditions under which a borrower may obtain full or partial forgiveness or discharge of principal and interest, defer repayment of principal or interest, or be granted forbearance on a Title IV loan; and

(B) A copy, either in print or by electronic means, of the information the Secretary makes available pursuant to section 485(d) of the HEA;*

(x) Review for the student borrower information on the availability of the Department's Student Loan Ombudsman's office;

xi) Inform the student borrower of the availability of Title IV loan information in the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) and how NSLDS can be used to obtain Title IV loan status information;

(xii) Explain to first-time borrowers—

(A) How the borrower's maximum eligibility period, remaining eligibility period, and subsidized usage period are determined;

(B) The sum of the borrower's subsidized usage periods at the time of the exit counseling;

(C) The consequences of continued borrowing or enrollment, including: (1) The possible loss of eligibility for additional Direct Subsidized Loans; and (2) The possibility that the borrower could become responsible for accruing interest on previously received Direct Subsidized Loans and the portion of a Direct Consolidation Loan that repaid a Direct Subsidized Loan during in-school status, the grace period, authorized periods of deferment, and certain periods under the Income-Based Repayment and Pay As You Earn Repayment plans;

(D) The impact of the borrower becoming responsible for accruing interest on total student debt; (E) That the Secretary will inform the student borrower of whether he or she is responsible for accruing interest on his or her Direct Subsidized Loans; and

(F) That the borrower can access NSLDS to determine whether he or she is responsible for accruing interest on any Direct Subsidized Loans;

(xiii) A general description of the types of tax benefits that may be available to borrowers; and

(xiv) Require the student borrower to provide current information concerning name, address, Social Security number, references, and driver's license number and state of issuance, as well as the student borrower's expected permanent address, the address of the student borrower's next of kin, and the name and address of the student borrower's expected employer (if known).

*Section 485 requires the Secretary (i.e., the Department) to provide "descriptions of federal student assistance programs, including the rights and responsibilities of student and institutional participants," including "information to enable students and prospective students to assess the debt burden and monthly and total repayment obligations" for their loans.

Section 485(d) also refers to information:

– to enable borrowers to assess the practical consequences of loan consolidation, including differences in deferment eligibility, interest rates, monthly payments, finance charges, and samples of loan consolidation profiles.

– concerning the specific terms and conditions under which students may obtain partial or total cancellation or defer repayment of loans for service.

– on the maximum level of compensation and allowances that a student borrower may receive from a tax-exempt organization to qualify for a deferment and shall explicitly state that students may qualify for such partial cancellations or deferments when they serve as a paid employee of a tax-exempt organization.

– on state and other prepaid tuition programs and savings programs; and disseminates such information to states, eligible institutions, students, and parents in departmental publications.

SAMPLE REPAYMENT CHART Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan estimated monthly repayment (4.45% interest rate)

AMOUNT BORROWED

$3,500

$4,500

$5,500

$8,000

$12,500

$16,500

$19,000

NUMBER OF PAYMENTS

110

120

MONTHLY PAYMENT

$50

$56.87

$82.72

$129.25

$170.61

$196.46

TOTAL INTEREST COST

$559.78

$985.54

$1,324.20

$1,926.11

$3,009.54

$3,972.59

$4,574.50

SAMPLE REPAYMENT CHART Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan estimated monthly repayment (4.45% interest rate)

AMOUNT BORROWED

$2,000 $4,000 $8,000 $12,000 $16,000 $24,000

NUMBER OF PAYMENTS

43 95 120 120 120 120

MONTHLY PAYMENT

$50 $50 $82.72 $124.08 $165.44 $248.15

TOTAL INTEREST COST

$178 $1,106 $2,638.40 $3,957.60 $5,276.80 $7,914

Interest not paid while in school will be added to your principle balance.

NUMBER OF PAYMENTS

47 105 120 120 120 120

MONTHLY PAYMENT WITH CAPITALIZED INTEREST

$50 $50 $90.08 $135.12 $180.16 $270.24

INTEREST PAID WITH CAPITALIZATION

$350 $1,250 $2,809.60 $4,214.40 $5,619.20 $8,428.80

Unsubsidized Stafford Loans in deferment for 24 months accrue interest daily and will capitalize at repayment.

This is only an estimate. The student's actual payment amount is determined by the student's servicer based on the amount that the student borrowed. The minimum payment for the Stafford Loan program is $50 per month. It is recommended that the student's educational loan payments represent no more than 10% to 15% of their income. To calculate monthly payments, go to finaid.org/calculators.

FEDERAL PERKINS LOAN SAMPLE MONTHLY REPAYMENT — 5% FIXED INTEREST RATE

LOAN AMOUNT BORROWED

$100 $200 $300 $400 $500 $600 $700 $800 $900 $1,000 $1,100 $1,200 $1,300 $1,400 $1,500 $1,600 $1,700 $1,800 $1,900 $2,000 $2,100 $2,200 $2,300 $2,400 $2,500 $2,600 $2,700 $2,800 $2,900 $3,000 $3,100 $3,200 $3,300 $3,400 $3,500 $3,600 $3,700 $3,800 $3,900 $4,000

MONTHLY PAYMENTS

$40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40.31 $41.37

TOTAL INTEREST CHARGES

$0.76 $2.54 $5.45 $9.45 $14.58 $20.87 $28.35 $37.06 $47.02 $58.24 $70.75 $84.58 $99.81 $116.36 $134.46 $153.99 $174.98 $197.48 $221.60 $247.40 $274.82 $303.92 $334.78 $367.55 $402.07 $438.49 $476.95 $517.33 $559.93 $604.57 $651.40 $700.61 $752.06 $805.96 $862.44 $921.38 $983.13 $1,036.45 $1,063.66 $1,091.01

TOTAL AMOUNT TO BE PAID

$100.76 $202.54 $305.45 $409.45 $514.58 $620.87 $728.35 $837.06 $947.02 $1,058.24 $1,170.75 $1,284.58 $1,399.81 $1,516.36 $1,634.46 $1,753.99 $1,874.98 $1,997.48 $2,121.60 $2,247.40 $2,374.82 $2,503.92 $2,634.78 $2,767.55 $2,902.07 $3,038.49 $3,176.95 $3,317.33 $3,459.93 $3,604.57 $3,751.40 $3,900.61 $4,052.06 $4,205.96 $4,362.44 $4,521.38 $4,683.13 $4,836.45 $4,963.66 $5,091.01

NUMBER OF FINAL PAYMENTS

3 6 8 11 13 16 19 21 24 27 30 33 35 38 41 44 47 50 54 57 60 63 66 70 73 76 80 83 87 91 94 98 102 106 110 114 118 120 120 120

FINAL PAYMENTS 3 6 8 11 13 16 19 21 24 27 30 33 35 38 41 44 47 50 54 57 60 63 66 70 73 76 80 83 87 91 94 98 102 106 110 114 118 120 120 120 PAYMENT

$20.76 $2.54 $25.45 $9.45 $34.58 $20.87 $8.35 $37.06 $27.02 $18.24 $10.75 $4.58 $39.81 $36.36 $34.46 $33.99 $34.98 $37.48 $1.60 $7.40 $14.82 $23.92 $34.78 $7.55 $22.07 $38.49 $16.95 $37.33 $19.93 $4.57 $31.40 $20.61 $12.06 $5.96 $2.44 $1.38 $3.13 $39.56 $40.63 $41.84

FEDERAL PERKINS LOAN SAMPLE MONTHLY REPAYMENT — 5% FIXED INTEREST RATE

LOAN AMOUNT BORROWED

$4,100 $4,200 $4,300 $4,400 $4,500 $4,600 $4,700 $4,800 $4,900 $5,000 $5,100 $5,200 $5,300 $5,400 $5,500 $5,600 $5,700 $5,800 $5,900 $6,000 $6,100 $6,200 $6,300 $6,400 $6,500 $6,600 $6,700 $6,800 $6,900 $7,000 $7,100 $7,200 $7,300 $7,400 $7,500 $7,600 $7,700 $7,800 $7,900 $8,000

MONTHLY PAYMENTS

$43.49 $44.55 $45.61 $46.67 $47.73 $48.79 $49.86 $50.92 $51.98 $53.04 $54.10 $55.16 $56.22 $57.28 $58.34 $59.40 $60.46 $61.52 $62.58 $63.64 $64.70 $65.77 $66.83 $67.89 $68.95 $70 $71.07 $72.13 $73.19 $74.25 $75.31 $76.37 $77.43 $78.49 $79.55 $80.61 $81.67 $82.73 $83.79 $84.85

TOTAL INTEREST CHARGES

$1,118.28 $1,145.62 $1,172.96 $1,200.17 $1,227.54 $1,254.77 $1,281.79 $1,309.11 $1,336.28 $1,363.72 $1,391.03 $1,418.35 $1,445.61 $1,472.90 $1,500.20 $1,527.48 $1,554.83 $1,582.05 $1,609.47 $1,636.71 $1,663.97 $1,690.89 $1,718.29 $1,745.59 $1,772.80 $1,800.50 $1,827.52 $1,854.77 $1,882.08 $1,909.42 $1,936.56 $1,963.97 $1,991.26 $2,018.59 $2,045.89 $2,073.15 $2,100.50 $2,127.85 $2,155.09 $2,182.35

TOTAL AMOUNT TO BE PAID

$5,218.28 $5,345.62 $5,472.96 $5,600.17 $5,727.54 $5,854.77 $5,981.79 $6,109.11 $6,236.28 $6,363.72 $6,491.03 $6,618.35 $6,745.61 $6,872.90 $7,000.20 $7,127.48 $7,254.83 $7,382.05 $7,509.47 $7,636.71 $7,763.97 $7,890.89 $8,018.29 $8,145.59 $8,272.80 $8,400.50 $8,527.52 $8,654.77 $8,782.08 $8,909.42 $9,036.56 $9,163.97 $9,291.26 $9,418.59 $9,545.89 $9,673.15 $9,800.50 $9,927.85 $10,055.09 $10,182.35

NUMBER OF FINAL PAYMENTS

120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120

FINAL PAYMENTS 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 PAYMENT

$42.97 $44.17 $45.37 $46.44 $47.67 $48.76 $48.45 $49.63 $50.66 $51.96 $53.13 $54.31 $55.43 $56.58 $57.74 $58.88 $60.09 $61.17 $62.45 $63.55 $64.67 $64.26 $65.52 $66.68 $67.75 $70.50 $70.19 $71.30 $72.47 $73.67 $74.67 $75.94 $77.09 $78.28 $79.44 $80.56 $81.77 $82.98 $84.08 $85.20

Schedule of Charges

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE TWO-YEAR PROGRAMS — 1ST YEAR

EFFECTIVE MAY 1, 2018

MAJORS

FIRST ACADEMIC YEAR

APPAREL INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT BEAUTY MARKETING & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT DIGITAL MEDIA FASHION DESIGN FOOTWEAR DESIGN & DEVELOPEMENT GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERIOR DESIGN JEWELRY DESIGN MERCHANDISING & MARKETING MERCHANDISE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT SOCIAL MEDIA TEXTILE DESIGN VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS

UNITS

45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45

TUITION

0 $30,150 $31,050 $31,500 $31,500 $31,500 $31,500 $31,500 $30,150 $30,150 $30,150 $31,500 $

BOOKS & APPLICABLE SALES TAKES

8 $2,575 $808 $1,946 $1,469 $1,019 $1,041 $746 $2,429 $2,178 $1,768 $1,232 $

SUPPLIES & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

2 $237 $775 $1,060 $1,030 $959 $1007 $2,286 $184 $620 $200 $674 $

COURSE RELATED RESOURCES

3 $18 $601 $223 $820 $406 $304 $348 $65 $174 $170 $259 $

STUDIO / LAB USAGE FEE

0 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $

MATRICULATION FEE

0 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $

STUDENT ASSOC. FEE

0 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $

GRADUATION FEE

0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $

SUB-TOTAL (SEE APPLICATION FEES TO CALCULATE GROUND TOTAL)

3 $34,050 $34,304 $35,799 $35,889 $34,954 $34,922 $35,950 $33,898 $34,192 $33,358 $34,735 $

TOTAL CHARGES FOR THE CURRENT PERIOD OF ATTENDANCE (FIRST QUARTER)

9 $12,044 $11,924 $12,659 $12,605 $12,206 $12,207 $12,714 $11,960 $12,089 $11,672 $12,121 $

ESTIMATED CHARGES FOR THE ENTIRE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

0 $68,400 $69,330 $71,840 $73,160 $70,960 $70,960 $71,520 $68,950 $69,270 $67,090 $70,440 $

LENGHT OF PROGRAM

S 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE TWO-YEAR PROGRAMS — 2ND YEAR

EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2018

MAJORS

SECOND ACADEMIC YEAR

APPAREL INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT BEAUTY MARKETING & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT DIGITAL MEDIA FASHION DESIGN FOOTWEAR DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERIOR DESIGN JEWELRY DESIGN MERCHANDISING & MARKETING MERCHANDISE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT SOCIAL MEDIA TEXTILE DESIGN VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS

UNITS

5 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 4

TUITION

0 $30,150 $31,050 $31,500 $31,500 $31,500 $31,500 $31,500 $30,150 $30,150 $30,150 $31,500 $

BOOKS & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

1 $1,493 $653 $880 $1,122 $974 $1,390 $679 $2,174 $1,525 $957 $397 $

SUPPLIES & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

4 $118 $85 $734 $812 $312 $376 $309 $78 $437 $85 $911 $

COURSE RELATED RESOURCES

0 $148 $780 $443 $1,313 $730 $288 $611 $195 $508 $120 $415 $

STUDIO / LAB USAGE FEE

0 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $

MATRICULATION FEE

0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $

STUDENT ASSOC. FEE

0 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $

GRADUATION FEE

0 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $

SUB-TOTAL (SEE APPLICATION FEES TO CALCULATE GRAND TOTAL)

5 $33,129 $33,788 $34,777 $35,967 $34,736 $34,774 $34,319 $33,817 $33,840 $32,532 $34,443 $

TOTAL CHARGES FOR THE CURRENT PERIOD OF ATTENDANCE (FIRST QUARTER)

3 $11,312 $11,386 $11,861 $12,311 $11,793 $11,886 $11,604 $11,648 $11,607 $11,018 $11,699 $

ESTIMATED CHARGES FOR THE ENTIRE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

0 $68,400 $69,330 $71,840 $73,160 $70,960 $70,960 $71,520 $68,950 $69,270 $67,090 $70,440 $

LENGTH OF PROGRAM

S 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMS

MAJORS

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION PROGRAMS

APPAREL INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT BEAUTY MARKETING & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT DIGITAL MEDIA FASHION DESIGN FOOTWEAR DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERIOR DESIGN JEWELRY DESIGN MERCHANDISING & MARKETING MERCHANDISING & MARKETING (online) † MERCHANDISE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT SOCIAL MEDIA TEXTILE DESIGN VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS

UNITS

60 54 63 60 66 66 45 45 51 60 60 6

UITION

$29,280 $36,600 $32,940 $38,430 $36,600 $40,260 $40,260 $30,150 $30,150 $31,110 $36,600 $36,600 $

BOOKS & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

1 $1,493 $674 $1,627 $1,071 $844 $1,747 $553 $1,920 $1,920 $1,890 $1,717 $620 $

SUPPLIES & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

8 $118 $380 $1,591 $1004 $1,056 $1,240 $2,361 $153 $153 $835 $103 $1,199 $

COURSE-RELATED RESOURCES

1 $213 $1,178 $520 $1,495 $1,063 $556 $943 $325 $325 $608 $250 $658 $

STUDIO / LAB USAGE FEE M

0 $700 $750 $750 $750 $750 $750 $750 $700 $0 $700 $750 $750 $

MATRICULATION FEE

0 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $

STUDENT ASSOC. FEE

5 $270 $335 $335 $335 $335 $335 $335 $270 $0 $335 $335 $335 $

E-LEARNING FEE

0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $970 $0 $0 $0 $

GRADUATION FEE

0 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $

SUB-TOTAL (SEE APPLICATION FEES TO CALCULATE GRAND TOTAL)

5 $32,424 $40,267 $38,113 $43,435 $40,998 $45,238 $45,552 $33,868 $33,868 $35,828 $40,105 $40,512 $

*TOTAL CHARGES FOR THE CURRENT PERIOD OF ATTENDANCE (FIRST QUARTER)

4 $11,077 $8,370 $10,333 $9,310 $7,466 $9,944 $9,985 $11,635 $11,635 $9,638 $10,481 $10,583 $

ESTIMATED CHARGES FOR THE ENTIRE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

0 $32,649 $40,492 $38,338 $43,660 $41,223 $45,463 $45,777 $34,093 $34,093 $36,053 $40,330 $40,737 $

LENGTH OF PROGRAM

S 12 MONTHS 18 MONTHS 15 MONTHS 18 MONTHS 21 MONTHS 18 MONTHS 18 MONTHS 12 MONTHS 12 MONTHS 15 MONTHS 15 MONTHS 15 MONTHS 1

ADVANCED STUDY ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMS

EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2018

MAJORS

ADVANCED STUDY PROGRAMS

BEAUTY INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT (INCLUDES STUDY TOUR IN THE U.S.) ENTERTAINMENT SET DESIGN & DECORATION (INCLUDES STUDY TOUR TO EUROPE) FASHION DESIGN FILM & TV COSTUME DESIGN INTERNATIONAL MANUFACTURING & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT (INCLUDES TWO STUDY TOURS: EUROPE AND ASIA) MENSWEAR (INCLUDES STUDY TOUR TO CENTRAL AMERICA) THE BUSINESS OF DENIM (INCLUDES TWO STUDY TOURS) TEATHRE COSTUME DESIGN

UNITS

5 48 45 45 48 $33,750 $42,000 $31,950 $31,950 $42,000 48 48 4

UITION

0 $42,000 $31,950 $31,950 $42,000 48 48 45 $36,000 $42,000 $

BOOKS & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

0 $410 $357 $545 $571 $886 $569 $

SUPPLIES & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

6 $490 $835 $743 $259 $470 $260 $

COURSE-RELATED RESOURCES

0 $455 $1,291 $529 $1,809 $609 $1,809 $

STUDIO / LAB USAGE FEE

0 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $

MATRICULATION FEE

0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $

STUDENT ASSOC. FEE

0 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $

GRADUATION FEE

0 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $250 $

SUB-TOTAL (SEE APPLICATION FEES TO CALCULATE GRAND TOTAL)

6 $44,575 $35,653 $34,987 $45,859 $39,185 $45,858 $

TOTAL CHARGES FOR THE CURRENT PERIOD OF ATTENDANCE (FIRST QUARTER)

5 $15,008 $12,083 $11,877 $15,425 $13,288 $15,424 $

ESTIMATED CHARGES FOR THE ENTIRE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

6 $44,575 $35,653 $34,987 $45,859 $39,185 $45,858 $

LENGTH OF PROGRAM

9 MONTHS 9 MONTHS 9 MONTHS 9 MONTHS 9 MONTHS 9 MONTHS 9 MONTHS 9 MONTHS

BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMS

EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2018

MAJORS

BACHELOR OF ARTS PROGRAMS

DESIGN JUNIOR YEAR

DESIGN SENIOR YEAR

A J

DIGITAL CINEMA SENIOR YEAR

GRAPHIC DESIGN JUNIOR YEAR

GRAPHIC DESIGN SENIOR YEAR,

FASHION KNITWEAR DESIGN JUNIOR YEAR

FASHION KNITWEAR DESIGN SENIOR YEAR INTERIOR DESIGN

INTERIOR DESIGN JUNIOR YEAR

INTERIOR DESIGN SENIOR YEAR

SENIOR YEAR PROFESSIONAL STUDIES SENIOR YEAR

SOCIAL MEDIA JUNIOR YEAR

SOCIAL MEDIA SENIOR YEAR

UNITS

6 45 45 46 45 46 45 46 45 46 46 46 4

TUITION

0 $30,150 $30,150 $30,820 $30,150 $30,820 $30,150 $30,820 $30,150 $30,820 $30,820 $30,820 $

BOOKS & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

0 $824 $1,350 $1,635 $1,176 $1,456 $1,356 $799 $1,450 $977 $2,441 $2,984 $

SUPPLIES & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

9 $115 $673 $305 $224 $331 $172 $54 $113 $243 $85 $85 $

COURSERELATED RESOURCES

0 $730 $520 $495 $583 $573 $625 $640 $390 $631 $20 $140 $

STUDIO / LAB USAGE FEE

0 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $

MATRICULATION FEE

0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $

STUDENT ASSOC. FEE

0 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $

GRADUATION FEE

0 $250 $0 $250 $0 $250 $0 $250 $0 $250 $250 $0 $

SUB-TOTAL (SEE APPLICATION FEES TO CALCULATE GRAND TOTAL)

9 $33,039 $33,663 $34,475 $33,103 $34,400 $33,273 $33,532 $33,073 $33,891 $34,586 $34,999 $

TOTAL CHARGES FOR THE CURRENT PERIOD OF ATTENDANCE (FIRST QUARTER)

0 $11,170 $11,558 $11,815 $11,268 $11,765 $11,345 $11,319 $11,285 $11,500 $11,950 $12,178 $

ESTIMATED CHARGES FOR THE ENTIRE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

$70,770 $67,980 $34,586 $67,810 $68,540 $69,170 $67,740

LENGTH OF PROGRAM

S 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2

BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMS

EFFECTIVE MAY 1, 2018

MAJORS

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN CREATIVE INDUSTRY STUDIES

APPAREL INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT CORE JUNIOR YEAR

APPAREL INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT CORE SENIOR YEAR

BEAUTY MARKETING & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CORE JUNIOR YEAR

BEAUTY MARKETING & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CORE SENIOR YEAR

DIGITAL MEDIA CORE JUNIOR YEAR

DIGITAL MEDIA CORE SENIOR YEAR

FASHION DESIGN CORE JUNIOR YEAR

FASHION DESIGN CORE SENIOR YEAR

FOOTWEAR DESIGN CORE JUNIOR YEAR

FOOTWEAR DESIGN CORE SENIOR YEAR

GRAPHIC DESIGN CORE JUNIOR YEAR

GRAPHIC DESIGN CORE SENIOR YEAR

UNITS

5 46 45 46 45 46 45 46 45 46 45 4

TUITION

0 $29,900 $29,250 $29,900 $29,250 $29,900 $29,250 $29,900 $29,250 $29,900 $29,250 $

BOOKS & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

6 $2,415 $1,558 $2,497 $768 $1,365 $1,785 $2,266 $1,768 $1,460 $868 $

SUPPLIES & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

1 $147 $44 $0 $462 $82 $1,529 $248 $1,358 $172 $528 $

COURSERELATED RESOURCES

8 $354 $215 $0 $593 $455 $321 $194 $1,066 $1,130 $463 $

STUDIO / LAB USAGE FEE

0 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $700 $

MATRICULATION FEE

0 $0 $100 $0 $100 $0 $100 $0 $100 $0 $100 $

STUDENT ASSOC. FEE

0 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $270 $

GRADUATION FEE

0 $250 $0 $250 $0 $250 $0 $250 $0 $250 $0 $

SUB-TOTAL (SEE APPLICATION FEES TO CALCULATE GRAND TOTAL)

5 $34,036 $32,137 $33,617 $32,143 $33,022 $33,955 $33,828 $34,512 $33,882 $32,179 $

*TOTAL CHARGES FOR THE CURRENT PERIOD OF ATTENDANCE (FIRST QUARTER)

8 $11,772 $11,204 $11,622 $11,144 $11,249 $12,096 $11,695 $12,250 $11,566 $11,184 $

ESTIMATED CHARGES FOR THE ENTIRE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

$66,730 $69,640 $69,020 $66,380 $66,990 $68,700

LENGTH OF PROGRAM

S 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAMS

EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2018

MAJORS

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE PROGRAMS

APPAREL TEHNICAL DESIGN JUNIOR YEAR

APPAREL TECHNICAL DESIGN SENIOR YEAR

SENIOR YEAR BUSINESS MANAGEMENT JUNIOR YEAR

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SENIOR YEAR

SENIOR YEAR BUSINESS MANAGEMENT JUNIOR YEAR (online) †

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SENIOR YEAR (online) †

UNITS

5 46 45 46 45 4

TUITION

0 $30,820 $30,150 $30,820 $30,150 $

BOOKS & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

5 $1,353 $2,891 $3,317 $2,891 $

SUPPLIES & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

3 $155 $85 $85 $85 $

COURSERELATED RESOURCES

4 $868 $195 $40 $195 $

STUDIO / LAB USAGE FEE

0 $700 $700 $700 $0 $

MATRICULATION FEE

0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $

STUDENT ASSOC. FEE

0 $270 $270 $270 $0 $

ELEARNING FEE

0 $0 $0 $0 $970 $

GRADUATION FEE

0 $250 $0 $250 $0 $

SUB-TOTAL (SEE APPLICATION FEES TO CALCULATE GRAND TOTAL)

2 $34,416 $34,291 $35,482 $34,291 $

TOTAL CHARGES FOR THE CURRENT PERIOD OF ATTENDANCE (FIRST QUARTER)

7 $11,723 $11,926 $12,394 $11,926 $

ESTIMATED CHARGES FOR THE ENTIRE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

$12,394 $71,060 $70,840 $69,090

LENGTH OF PROGRAM

S 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2

MASTER'S DEGREE PROGRAM

EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2018

MAJORS

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

UNITS

TUITION

$40,870

TUITION BOOKS & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

$2,728

SUPPLIES & APPLICABLE SALES TAXES

$85

COURSERELATED RESOURCES

STUDIO / LAB USAGE FEE

$700

MATRICULATION FEE

STUDENT ASSOC. FEE

$270

ELEARNING FEE

GRADUATION FEE

$250

SUB-TOTAL (SEE APPLICATION FEES TO CALCULATE GRAND TOTAL)

$44,903

TOTAL CHARGES FOR THE CURRENT PERIOD OF ATTENDANCE (FIRST QUARTER)

$9,825

ESTIMATED CHARGES FOR THE ENTIRE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

$44,903

LENGTH OF PROGRAM

15 MONTHS

INITIAL AND FINAL APPLICATION FEES NOTES (CONT'D) (Application fees are in addition to the tuition schedule and are non-refundable).

Initial Application Fee Non-refundable . $25

Final Application Fee Non-refundable $200

Additional Out-of-State Fee Due prior to registration $150

Additional International Fee Due prior to registration $300

NOTES

– Total charges for the Current Period of Attendance (First Quarter)

* See FIDM's refund policy. This charge does not include the Out-of-State or International Fee.

† FIDM's online programs are offered in selected states. Check with the Admissions Department for availability.

– See application fees to calculate grand total.

– Tuition and graduation fees for second year (for any two-year programs) will be based on the prevailing tuition rate at time of acceptance and completion of second-year enrollment forms.

– A change in major will result in a change in cost.

NOTES (CONT'D)

– FIDM A.A. graduates fulfilling the prerequisite(s) indicated below are eligible to apply for the following Bachelor's degree programs:

– B.S. Apparel Technical Design — FIDM A.A. Degree in Merchandise Product Development

– B.S. Business Management — FIDM A.A. Degree and to qualified transfer students

– B.A. Creative Industry Studies — Open to qualified transfer students

– B.A. Design — FIDM A.A. Degree in one of the following majors: Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Textile Design, or Visual Communications

– B.A. Digital Cinema — FIDM A.A. Degree in Digital Media and to qualified transfer students

– B.A. Fashion Knitwear Design — FIDM A.A. Degree in Fashion Design and to qualified transfer students

– B.A. Graphic Design — FIDM A.A. Degree in Graphic Design and to qualified transfer students

– B.A. Interior Design — FIDM A.A. Degree in Interior Design and to qualified transfer students

– B.A. Professional Studies — FIDM A.A. Degree and an A.A. Advanced Study Degree

– B.A. Social Media — FIDM A.A. Degree in Social Media and to qualified transfer students

One-on-one advisement is available to students from other FIDM Majors to consider eligibility for special admissions to the Bachelor's degree programs. All Bachelor's degree graduates may apply to the Master of Business Administration program. Contact the appropriate department chairperson.

FIDM is authorized to operate in the state of California by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE), a consumer affairs agency open to the public and located at 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento CA 95833 (916.431.6959).

The State of California created the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) to relieve or mitigate economic losses suffered by students in educational programs who are California residents, or are enrolled in residency programs attending certain schools regulated by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education.

You may be eligible for STRF if you are a California resident or are enrolled in a residency program, prepaid tuition, paid the STRF assessment, and suffered an economic loss as a result of any of the following: (1) The school closed before the course of instruction was completed. (2) The school's failure to pay refunds or charges on behalf of a student to a third party for license fees or any other purpose, or to provide equipment or materials for which a charge was collected within 180 days before the closure of the school. The school's failure to pay or reimburse loan proceeds under a federally guaranteed student loan program as required by law or to pay or reimburse proceeds received by the school prior to closure in excess of tuition and other costs. (3) There was a material failure to comply with the Act or this Division within 30 days before the school closed or, if the material failure began earlier than 30 days prior to closure, the period determined by the Bureau. (4) An inability after diligent efforts to prosecute, prove, and collect on a judgment against the institution for a violation of the Act. You must pay the state-imposed assessment for the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) if all of the following applies to you: (1) You are a student in an educational program, who is a California resident, or are enrolled in a residency program, and prepay all or part of your tuition either by cash, guaranteed student loans, or personal loans, and (2) Your total charges are not paid by any third-party payer such as an employer, government program or other payer unless you have a separate agreement to repay the third party.

You are not eligible for protection from the STRF and you are not required to pay the STRF assessment, if either of the following applies: (1) You are not a California resident, or are not enrolled in a residency program, or (2) Your total charges are paid by a third party, such as an employer, government program or other payer, and you have no separate agreement to repay the third party. However, no claim can be paid to any student without a social security number or taxpayer identification number.

Cancellation, Withdrawal, & FIDM Refund Policy

When a student cancels (Cancels or Cancellation), withdraws from all classes (Withdraws or Withdrawal), or takes an Unapproved Leave of Absence, it is necessary to make a calculation of the FIDM Refund due to Cancellation or Withdrawal as described, as well as a calculation for Return of Federal Title IV Funds, if the student received federal financial aid. An Approved Leave of Absence occurs when a student leaves for a full quarter with the stated intention to return. An Unapproved Leave of Absence occurs when a student takes a leave during the quarter or takes more than one quarter off within a 12-month period. Requests for all Leaves of Absence must be submitted in writing to the Student Advisement Office prior to the leave.

STUDENT'S RIGHT TO CANCEL The student has the right to cancel an enrollment agreement and obtain a refund of institutional charges paid through FIDM's first week of scheduled classes or the seventh day after enrollment, whichever is later. Within 45 days of a written notice of cancellation, FIDM will refund all institutional charges paid, less the initial and final application fees totaling $225. If a student has been provided with a set of books and supplies, a refund will be made in accordance with FIDM's Refund Policy for Books and Supplies. Cancellation shall occur when the student gives dated, written notice of cancellation to FIDM Admissions Office, 919 South Grand Avenue, Suite 215A, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The written notice of cancellation, if sent by mail, is effective when postmarked.

STUDENT'S RIGHT TO WITHDRAW A student has the right to withdraw from the College following the cancellation period. Withdrawals include withdrawing from all classes, academic dismissal and academic disqualification and may be effectuated by the student's notice or by the student's conduct, including, but not necessarily limited to, a student's lack of attendance and failure to meet financial obligations to the College. The date on which a student officially notifies the Student Advisement Office of his/her intent to withdraw will be used as the basis for calculating refunds and returns. In the absence of official notification of withdrawal, the withdrawal date will be the last date the College can determine that the student participated in academically related activity.

FIDM REFUND POLICY Upon withdrawal, FIDM will refund tuition, courserelated resources and most fees, at a prorated amount through the 60% point of each quarter. The initial and final application fees totaling $225 are non-refundable. Once the student has attended past the 60% point of the quarter, no refund will be made for that period. To determine the quarterly amounts on which the refund will be based, tuition, refundable fees, and course-related resources for the total period of enrollment are allocated evenly among the number of quarters in the enrollment period as stated in the agreement ("the quarterly cap"). Should the student return, the refunded tuition will be reinstated. The quarterly cap amount will be the basis for calculating the pro-rata refund for any quarter in which the remaining balance is greater than the cap amount. Upon withdrawal, Books and Supplies are refundable in accordance with FIDM's Refund Policy for Books and Supplies.

REFUND PERCENTAGES FOR REFUND CALCULATION OF TUITION, FEES AND COURSE-RELATED RESOURCES AT VARYING DATES THROUGHOUT THE QUARTER

This example is based on a quarter that has 74 days.

NUMBER OF DAYS ATTENDED IN THE PERIOD OF ATTENDANCE (ONE QUARTER)

Cancellation Prior to the start of classes — no days attended

Cancellation Prior to or on cancellation date shown on the enrollment agreement

Withdrawa 10th day of the quarter

Withdrawal 20th day of the quarter

Withdrawal 30th day of the quarter

Withdrawal 40th day of the quarter

Withdrawal 45th day of the quarter

REFUND PERCENTAGE

100%

87%

73%

60%

46%

The number of days in the quarter is based on, and includes, the first and last dates of each quarter as published in the FIDM college calendar and is the number of days used to determine the 60% point of each quarter in the refund calculation. These dates, as shown in the calendar are subject to change. The student's agreement with the College specifies the duration of the enrollment period and the number of quarters. Arrangements for financial aid or for additional time in which to complete courses do not change the duration for refund purposes. Transferred-in units may change the program length, and may reduce the total charges for the enrollment period and any resulting refund.

FIDM'S REFUND POLICY FOR BOOKS AND SUPPLIES

Upon Cancellation, students will be charged for all Books and Supplies received. Charges paid for Books and Supplies will be refunded provided that the materials are returned new and unused within 20 days of the student's cancellation. Used items are non-refundable. eAccess cards and materials showing wear, damage, or not in the original packaging (including shrink-wrap) are not returnable. College Services will make these determinations.

Upon Withdrawal from the College, students who have not attended past the 6th week of the quarter may return current quarter Books and Supplies that are new and unused and receive a refund for charges paid. They must be returned by appointment to the College Services Office within 20 days from the student's withdrawal date. Used items are non-refundable. eAccess cards and materials showing wear, damage, or not in the original packaging (including shrink-wrap) are not returnable. College Services will make these determinations.

If a student obtains a loan to pay for an educational program, the student will have the responsibility to repay the full amount of the loan plus interest, less the amount of any refund. If the student receives federal student financial aid funds, the student may be entitled to a refund of the moneys not paid from federal financial aid funds.

Return of Title IV Funds

FEDERAL RETURN OF TITLE IV FUNDS POLICY The funds will be returned by FIDM and/or the student, as applicable, according to federal regulations. These federal regulations require that funds be returned to their original source in the following order. In some cases 50% of the federal portion of the Federal Pell and Federal SEOG grants is subject to return by the student.

1. Federal Unsubsidized Direct Loan

2. Federal Subsidized Direct Loan

3. Federal Perkins Loan

4. Federal Direct Graduate Plus Loan

5. Federal Direct Parent Plus Loan

6. Federal Pell Grant

7. Federal SEOG Grant

REAPPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID Students returning from any absence must reapply for financial aid upon returning to FIDM. Previously awarded financial aid may not be available upon returning depending on funding levels and the remaining units in the student's program.

STUDENTS WHO ARE SUBJECT TO THE RETURN OF TITLE IV FUNDS POLICY ARE: A. Students who are awarded Title IV loans and/or grants in the quarter in which they have withdrawn. This includes funds that were or could have been disbursed under federal regulations, as students may be entitled to a Post Withdrawal Disbursement for funds that could have been disbursed by the withdrawal date but were not. —AND—

B. Students who withdraw through the 60% point of the quarter. The percentage is calculated by dividing: a. the number of days from the first day of school to and including the withdrawal date by b. the total number of days in the quarter from the first day to and including the last day of the quarter.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES TO BOTH THE REFUND AND RETURN OF TITLE IV FUNDS POLICIES

Debit Balances In some instances, the FIDM Institutional Refund and/or Return of Title IV Funds Policies may result in funds being returned by FIDM on behalf of the student to the Federal and/or other financial aid programs. The student agrees that any monies owed to FIDM, including those as a result of the FIDM Institutional Refund and/or Return of Title IV Funds Policies, are payable within 30 days.

Credit Balances If the student has a credit balance on his/her account after any FIDM Institutional Refund and/or Return of Title IV Funds calculations, the funds will be returned to the original source, according to the rules set forth by the source, and then to the student or parent (if a PLUS loan recipient) by credit to charge card(s) or by check as applicable. If the amount to be returned to a student who received only Title IV Funds is less than $1 (one dollar), the amount will be retained by FIDM and no return will be made; for all other students, balances of $25 or less will be retained.

Academic Information & Policies

ORIENTATION All new students are strongly encouraged to attend on-campus orientation, during which they will be informed about college facilities, student services, and general policies, including scheduling of classes, grading, transfer of coursework, finances, and job placement. All Education Department handouts are posted on the FIDM Portal under eOrientation.

FINANCIAL CLEARANCE Financial clearance is the initial step in the process leading to registration for classes each quarter. All students must complete financial clearance through a Fiscal Counselor in the Student Financial Services Office. Typically, this process may include:

– Making all scheduled tuition and fee payments per their schedule of payments, including any adjustments

– Fulfilling other non-tuition financial obligations such as library fines and other book charges

– Requesting financial aid (if applicable), completing and turning in all information or other documentation requested by the student's Financial Aid Officer

– Resolving issues with other departments that are non-tuition related obligations such as I-20 status, or leave of absence paperwork

NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION New students register for classes with assistance from Admissions/Education before the beginning of their first quarter or on Orientation Day. Education Department representatives will be available at both times to advise students, who must then submit their schedules to the Registrar for final approval.

CONTINUING STUDENT REGISTRATION Registration for each upcoming quarter will take place during the latter part of the previous quarter and is done online through the FIDM Portal. All students must be financially cleared by the Financial Services Office before registering. Any student who does not register for classes during this period will go through Late Registration during the first two weeks of classes. A late fee will be charged to students submitting Late Registration Forms after the deadline.

SUCCESS SEMINAR PROGRAM Success Seminar is a required program for all firsttime college students. Students with previous college experience are invited, but it is not mandatory. Making a smooth transition into college life is an important step towards achieving success. The seminar teaches techniques to help improve study skills, time management, stress management, and online research skills; it provides a chance to get to know FIDM Students, Faculty, Staff and other first-quarter participants.

FIRST WEEK OF CLASS In order to hold an enrolled place in class, students must be present at the start of the first class session.

ATTENDANCE FIDM does not take attendance, and attendance does not have any direct effect on a student's final grade. However, attending class regularly does have a positive effect on a student's experience and overall performance. FIDM highly encourages students to attend classes regularly in order to be the most successful.

INSTRUCTION All instruction at FIDM is in English.

PROGRAM COURSE SEQUENCE / ADVISEMENT SHEETS Each student is provided with an advisement sheet, which outlines the course of instruction in proper sequence. Students who follow the sequence precisely will meet all class requirements and will complete courses in the designated time period. Students who wish to make changes in the sequence of course requirements must have the approval of the Education Department and may have to purchase separate books or supplies. If students take courses out of sequence without approval, this may cause a delay in their graduation date. Any student's program that extends beyond one quarter from the scheduled completion date may be subject to a tuition increase.

CHANGES TO DEGREE LOCATION / COMPLETION FIDM schedules program starts and class sections to help students meet their education goals and graduate on time. In many majors, the first year of study is offered on all four campuses (LA, SF, OC and SD). Prior to enrolling, however, students should be aware that not all programs can be completed at all FIDM campuses. In particular, all students enrolling at the OC campus will be required to complete their second year in Los Angeles or San Francisco, as will San Diego students enrolled in programs other than Merchandising & Marketing.

Occasionally, branch campus programs are started at non-traditional times, which can cause a program to stretch beyond its published dates; these programs may also fail to maintain a minimum cohort size of five (5) students. In such a case, the program will continue but will be moved to the Los Angeles campus (919 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90015). FIDM also makes every effort to maintain stability in its scheduling of class days and times at the branch campuses. Sufficient numbers of class sections to accommodate demand will always be available to students in the quarters in which they are scheduled to take those classes. Once a student has enrolled at FIDM and has received his/her schedule, the day and time a class meets will not be changed without consent from at least 90% of the students enrolled in the class. Very rarely, a course section may be cancelled due to low enrollment. Students will be offered another section of that course.

PREREQUISITES Prerequisites are preliminary courses covering information that is required prior to enrolling in another course.

STUDENT ACADEMIC LOAD OR INTERNATIONAL STUDENT'S STATUS International students must attend a full course of study, or at least 12 units per quarter for undergraduates. Exceptions are made when a student needs less than 12 credits to complete a course of study.

REPEAT COURSES Any student who fails a required class must repeat that course in order to graduate. Any failed course will result in a repeat fee and a course-related resource fee charge to the student account. In most cases, course books and supplies may be used when repeating the class. If the Department Chairperson has changed any of the course books or supplies in a subsequent quarter, the student will be responsible for purchasing the new items. If a student repeats a course in which a grade of "D+, D, D-" or "F" was received, the original grade is no longer counted in the student's cumulative grade point average calculation, but will remain as part of the permanent record and quarterly grade point average for the quarter in which the class was taken. All repeats must be completed at FIDM. General Studies courses may be an exception with the approval of the Department Chairperson. Credits for GNST courses that have been approved to be taken elsewhere are transferable for failed courses; however, the "F" earned at FIDM remains as part of the cumulative GPA. Federal financial aid may be received for only one repeat of a class for which a student has received a passing grade ("D-"or better).

ADDITIONAL COURSES Additional charges are applied when the student exceeds the number of units for an enrollment agreement. Students who change their major and complete courses that do not apply to the new major are required to complete an additional enrollment agreement for the extra units. Any student who retakes a course with a passing grade ("D-"or better) will be responsible for the full course cost, and required to complete an additional agreement for the units and course-related resource fees. The student will be responsible for purchasing course books and supplies that are changed in subsequent quarters.

ADDING & DROPPING A CLASS A Class Change Form is used to add and drop classes. Students have the first two weeks to add a class and the first three weeks to drop a class that meets for the entire quarter. Students adding a class must be officially registered in the course and elect FIDM's Method of Book & Supply Distribution to receive books and supplies for the added class. Between weeks four and six, a Course Withdrawal Form is used to drop courses. If a student does not file the paperwork to withdraw from a course by the last day of week six, his/her final grade will be based on the points earned on all assignments accepted by the instructor throughout the quarter, and in many cases, that final grade may be an "F." A repeat fee as well as book, supply, and course-related resource fees may be incurred. The student will be held responsible for purchasing course books and supplies that are changed in subsequent quarters.

INDEPENDENT STUDY To qualify for an Independent Study, a student must have a strong background in the subject matter or a valid reason determined by the college, and a 3.0 grade point average at FIDM. Qualified students are allowed one Independent Study during their program; however, a second Independent Study can also be assigned for special circumstances as determined by a Chairperson. An Independent Study is typically available during the second year and must be approved by the Department Chairperson or the Education Department, and the instructor.

CREDIT FOR ACADEMICALLY RELEVANT EXPERIENCE (CARE) In some cases, students may challenge courses by participating in the Credit for Academically Relevant Experience (CARE) program. Information and application forms are available to students from the Education Department at each campus. Documentation of equivalent skills, employment, military training or subject matter expertise acquired through independent learning is required. Approval from the Dean of Academic Development is required before credit (15 units maximum) can be awarded. Students may appeal adverse decisions with the Vice President of Education. There is a $350 fee for each 3-unit course accepted through the CARE program.

INTERNSHIPS Students combine academic training, theory, and practice at internships within their industry and course of study. In addition, students apply classroom principles to "real life" situations and explore various career options while in their program. In order to qualify, students must maintain a minimum cumulative 3.0 grade point average, have proof of medical insurance, and be in their second-to-last or last quarter of their program. Internships must be secured and paperwork completed prior to the end of the quarter preceding the internship's start date. In addition, all students must follow current federal and/ or state guidelines. Students who are interested must see a Career Advisor the quarter prior to their desired internship quarter.

Transfer Credit Policies

TRANSFER OF COURSEWORK Coursework taken at another accredited college will be considered if there is an equivalent course at FIDM that is required for a specific major and the grade on a course already completed elsewhere is a grade of Pass or a minimum grade of "C-" (70%). Students must request a transfer credit evaluation from the Education Department before or during the first quarter of attendance at FIDM. Applicants for Veterans benefits must be evaluated prior to attending the first class. All documentation of transferred work must be submitted and evaluated prior to the start of the student's second quarter so the student can select the correct classes. Transcripts must be official (stamped and signed by the Registrar of the college previously attended). They become a part of the student's academic file and are not returned or copied for distribution. If a course was transferred in to FIDM but the student enrolled in that class, once brought to the attention of the college, a grade of "W" will replace the grade earned and the transfer class stands. Students currently registered in a class for which the prerequisite course was waived, or equivalent units were transferred from another institution, must go to their Department Advisor (LA) or the Education Department (SF, OC, SD) for approval to receive necessary books (if applicable) distributed in the prerequisite course through College Services. Corresponding supplies may be purchased.

FIDM TRANSFER CREDIT POLICIES Advanced Placement (AP) Students entering from high school may apply for college credit by taking examinations given by the Advanced Placement Program of the College Entrance Examination Board. Students who have taken any of these examinations should arrange to have the results forwarded to FIDM by the College Board if the AP score is not indicated on the official high school transcript. As determined by FIDM, applicable credits will be awarded for AP scores of three (3) or higher and awarded credits may count toward general education requirements of student's intended major.

Credit Through Standardized Testing (CLEP and DANTES) Students may earn college credit through College Level Examination Placement (CLEP) with a Score of 50 or higher, or Defense Activity for Non-Tradition Education Support (DANTES). Examinations must have been taken before the student has been granted A.A. or B.A./B.S. degree-seeking status at FIDM.

International Baccalaureate (IB) FIDM awards academic credit for test scores of four (4) or higher on individual higher-level IB courses. Credit is awarded at the time of matriculation and is based on the scores earned on the IB examinations. All credit awarded will be recorded on the student's permanent record and will be included in the credit total toward degree requirements. Credit will be awarded for 100and 200-level course work. Credits awarded may count toward general education requirements. Questions regarding IB credit equivalencies should be directed to the Chairperson of General Studies.

Military Credit The American Council on Education (ACE) collaborates with the Department of Defense to review military training and experience and recommend appropriate college credit for members of the Armed Forces. ACE provides quality assurance and policy guidance for the Joint Services Transcript (JST) used by the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Coast Guard. FIDM will consider the guidelines set forth by ACE.

Transfer Credit From Overseas Institutions Credit is granted from recognized overseas institutions. Awarding of advanced standing varies depending on the educational system of the country. All applicants educated outside the U.S. are required to have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES). WES evaluations constitute non-binding advisory opinions only. Where FIDM's assessment of any credential(s) differs from that of WES, FIDM makes all final determinations regarding course/grade/credit/ GPA equivalencies, degree equivalencies, and the award of any transfer credit for coursework completed (as provided in FIDM's transfer credit evaluation).

TRANSFER GRADE POLICIES All transfer courses graded Pass/No Pass or Credit/No Credit are computed at neutral value, except in those cases where the specific grading symbol is identified by the source institution as equivalent to a grade less than C in which case it will be taken at face value. All transfer course grades or symbols used to designate unsatisfactory, failing, or non-passing work at time of withdrawal such as UW, WU, or WF are evaluated as failing grades (F) unless otherwise defined by the source institution. FIDM only awards applicable course credit for courses taken at other institutions to which the student received a grade of "C-" or higher.

MAXIMUM TRANSFERABLE UNITS / RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS

APPAREL INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT BEAUTY MARKETING & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT DIGITAL MEDIA* FASHION DESIGN* FOOTWEAR DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT* GRAPHIC DESIGN* INTERIOR DESIGN* JEWELRY DESIGN* MERCHANDISE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MERCHANDISING & MARKETING SOCIAL MEDIA TEXTILE DESIGN* VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS*

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS ADVANCED STUDY — for students who have earned an A.A. Degree from FIDM in a related discipline

BEAUTY INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT

THE BUSINESS OF DENIM

ENTERTAINMENT SET DESIGN & DECORATION*

FASHION DESIGN*

FILM & TV COSTUME DESIGN*

INTERNATIONAL MANUFACTURING & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

MENSWEAR*

THEATRE COSTUME DESIGN*

BACHELOR OF ARTS — two-year degree completion for students who have earned an A.A. Degree from FIDM in a related discipline

B.A. FASHION KNITWEAR DESIGN F

B.A. DESIGN*

B.A. DIGITAL CINEMA*

B.A. GRAPHIC DESIGN*

B.A. INTERIOR DESIGN*

B.A. SOCIAL MEDIA

UNITS

90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90

57 48 60 54 63 60 66 66 51 45 60 60 60

45 48 48 45 45 48 48 45

91 91 91 91 91 91

MAXIMUM TRANSFERABLE UNITS

45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45

27 18 30 24 30 30 36 36 21 15 30 30 30

0 0 3 0 0 3 3 0

46 46 46 46 46 46

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS (UNITS)

45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45

30 30 30 30 33 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30

45 48 45 45 45 45 45 45

45 45 45 45 45 45

2. Alamo Colleges

3. Alexandria Technical & Community College

4. Allan Hancock College

5. Alverno College

6. Amarillo Community College

7. American River College

8. Anne Arundel Community College

9. Antelope Valley College

10. Antonelli College

11. Arapahoe Community College

12. Arizona State University

13. Arizona Western College

14. Ashford University

15. Austin Community College

16. Azusa Pacific University

17. Baker College

18. Bakersfield College

19. Ball State University

20. Barstow Community College

21. Bates Technical College

22. Bauder College

23. Bay State University

24. Bellevue Community College

25. Benediction University

26. Berkeley City College

27. Berkshire Community College

28. Bismark State College

29. Black Hawk College

30. Boise State University

31. Boston State University

32. Bristol Community College

33. Brookdale Community College

34. Buffalo State College

35. Bunkerhill Community College

36. Butte College

37. Cabrillo College

38. California State University, Bakersfield

39. California State University, Fresno

40. California State University, Fullerton

41. California State University, Long Beach

42. California State University, Los Angeles

43. California State University, Northridge

44. California State University, Sacremento

45. California State University, San Diego

46. California State University, San Luis Obispo

47. California State University, San Marcos

48. California State University, Sonoma

49. Cameron University

50. Camosun College

51. Canada College

52. Cascadia Community College

53. Central Arizona College

54. Central Piedmont Community College

55. Central Washington University

56. Centralia College

57. Cerritos College

58. Cerro Coso Community College

59. Chabot College

60. Chaffey College

60. Chaffey College 61. Chandler-Gilbert Community College

62. Chemeketa Community College

63. Cincinnati State College

64. Citrus College

Article: POLICIES & REGULATIONS

Admissions Process

Financial Aid

Government Aid Programs

Private & Institutional Scholarships

General Guidelines for Financial Aid

Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Requirements

PROGRAM LENGTH

PROGRAM UNITS

SAP MONITORING POINT

MINIMUM NUMBER OF SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED UNITS REQUIRED AT EACH MONITORING PERIOD

Student Loan Information

AMOUNT BORROWED

NUMBER OF PAYMENTS

MONTHLY PAYMENT

TOTAL INTEREST COST

AMOUNT BORROWED

NUMBER OF PAYMENTS

MONTHLY PAYMENT

TOTAL INTEREST COST

NUMBER OF PAYMENTS

MONTHLY PAYMENT WITH CAPITALIZED INTEREST

INTEREST PAID WITH CAPITALIZATION

FEDERAL PERKINS LOAN SAMPLE MONTHLY REPAYMENT — 5% FIXED INTEREST RATE

Schedule of Charges

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE TWO-YEAR PROGRAMS — 2ND YEAR

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMS

ADVANCED STUDY ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMS

BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMS

BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMS

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAMS

MASTER'S DEGREE PROGRAM

Cancellation, Withdrawal, & FIDM Refund Policy

REFUND PERCENTAGES FOR REFUND CALCULATION OF TUITION, FEES AND COURSE-RELATED RESOURCES AT VARYING DATES THROUGHOUT THE QUARTER

FIDM'S REFUND POLICY FOR BOOKS AND SUPPLIES

Return of Title IV Funds

Academic Information & Policies

Transfer Credit Policies