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Financial Matters FAQ
The following information is intended to help current A&S graduate students find answers and learn where to go for help regarding frequently asked questions related to payroll, direct deposit, conference and research funds, tax forms, and more.
Q: When will I be paid? Q: I didn’t get my first payroll payment by direct deposit when expected. Why not?
Q: How do I set up Payroll Direct Deposit?
Q: I’m a funded student receiving less per pay period than last year. Why is that?
Do you have other payroll-related questions? Visit the Payroll website or contact Payroll customer service at (757) 221-2848. |
Q: I’ve been awarded funds to attend a conference. What should I know before I travel? |
Q: I’ve been awarded funds for research. How will I receive my money? Do you still have questions? Contact the administrator in your graduate program. |
Q: I won a prize at the Graduate Research Symposium. When will I receive my prize money, and how will I receive it?
Other questions? Contact the administrator in your graduate program. |
Q: When will I receive my summer graduate 'research fellowship funds?' Other questions? Contact the administrator in your graduate program. |
Q: I’ve received financial aid funds through my student account. How do I access that money? Q: I have a question about my student account, including fees, tuition, or a financial hold. Who should I talk to?
Q: I have a bill due for fees and tuition. Do I have to pay it all at once, or is there an installment plan? Q: I just discovered a $145 charge to my student account. What is that for? Q: I just discovered an $85 charge to my student account. What is that for? Tip: Be sure to pay any charges on time. Payments received after the due date may be assessed a late payment fee of up to 10%. |
Q: I'd like to use the Campus Recreation Center. What does it cost? For any given semester, students who have attained Research Graduate status and whose tuition is funded by the OGSR during that semester are eligible to have the OGSR pay the Health Center and Campus Recreation Center fees for those who elect to use these services. Students eligible to have these fees paid will receive a letter from the OGSR with instructions. Eligible students should follow the instructions in this letter by the stated deadlines if they wish to take advantage of this option. |
Q: I’m confused by a tax form I must complete. Where can I get help?
Q: I have to fill out the online COV-W9. What are the steps involved?
Q: I have questions about how to report some of my income as a grad student on my taxes. Can the OGSR give me some advice? |
Q: I'm an international student. Why does it take so long for me to receive research fund awards and fellowship payments? |