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Refund and Withdrawal Policy
Students who find it necessary to withdraw from the university must submit written requests to the deans of their colleges, who will initiate the Withdrawal and Refund Authorization Form.
Refunds are based on the following (applies to withdrawals and dropped classes):
| Withdrawal prior to the first day of classes of any semester | 100% |
| Mini Session | |
|---|---|
| The first through the second day of the two week mini session | 100% less a $30 withdrawal fee |
| After the second day of the two week mini session | None |
| Fall and Spring Semesters | |
| The first through the tenth working day | 100% less a $30 withdrawal fee |
| After the tenth working day | None |
| 8W1 and 8W2 Fall and Spring Semesters | |
| The first through the fifth working day | 100% less a $30 withdrawal fee |
| After the fifth working day | None |
| Summer Semester | |
| The first through the tenth working day | 100% less a $30 withdrawal fee |
| After the tenth working day | None |
| 5W1 and 5W2 Summer Semester | |
| The first through the fifth working day | 100% less a $30 withdrawal fee |
| After the fifth working day | None |
These schedule dates are posted in the Business Office.
Refunds are based on the assessment, not upon the amount paid by the student. Appeals for refunds due to extenuating circumstances may be made in writing to Business Services,118 College Drive #5133, Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0000. Appeals must be received prior to the end of the academic year. Refunds/returns of Title IV funds for students who participate in SFA (Student Financial Assistance) programs are calculated based on federal regulations. The processing steps for determining refunds/returns are available in Business Services, Forrest County Hall, Room 101.