Special Programs

Some students receive financial aid while participating in programs that require additional review or processing. These include: 

• Transient Student Enrollment
• Cooperative Education
• Study Abroad

Each program has different eligibility and financial aid requirements. Review the information below carefully and contact your Financial Aid Representative with questions. Additional processing may be required, and financial aid funds may be delayed. 

Transient Student Enrollment

Transient enrollment allows FAU students to take approved courses at another eligible institution while working toward their FAU degree. 

Types of Transient Enrollment

Concurrent Enrollment

You are enrolled at FAU (your Home School) and another eligible institution (your Host School) during the same semester. FAU determines your financial aid eligibility based on your combined enrollment at both schools. 

Outgoing Consortium Enrollment

You are degree-seeking at FAU but take all of your courses at another institution during the semester. Your FAU enrollment must be zero credit hours to be considered an outgoing consortium student. 

Incoming Consortium Enrollment

You are taking courses at FAU but are degree-seeking at another institution. Your Home School is responsible for determining and administering your financial aid. 

How Transient Enrollment Can Affect Your Financial Aid 

Taking courses at another institution can affect how and when your financial aid is disbursed. 
For example, if you are enrolled in 6 credits at FAU and 6 credits at another institution and have been offered Federal Pell Grant and Federal Direct Loans: 

• Your Pell Grant initially disburses based on your 6 FAU credits. 
• Your Federal Direct Loans can disburse because you are enrolled at least half-time. 
• The additional Pell Grant eligibility for your approved courses at the Host School can be considered after FAU receives and processes your required transient enrollment documentation. 

This means your full financial aid may not disburse at the same time. Complete all required transient paperwork as early as possible to help avoid delays. 

Transient Student Approval

There are two required steps to receive approval for transient coursework. Both steps must be completed before you register for your course(s). 

• PART I – TRANSIENT COURSE REQUEST
• PART II – TRANSIENT FORM APPLICATION

Part I - Transient Course Request

Printable Instructions (includes pictures)

1. Access the Transient Course Request.
2. Log in with your FAU Credentials (same FAUNetID and password as for MYFAU)
3. Click "Create \ Review Request" at the top left corner of the screen.
4. Select the school and semester.
5. Add your course(s), including the course prefix, number, credit hours, justification, and any comments.
6. Select "Submit for Approval".

You will receive an email at your FAU email address confirming that your request has been submitted and is Pending. You will receive a second email when your request has been Completed. 

To View your request:

1. Log into the Transient Course Request.
2. Select "My Request ".
3. Double click the school name to view your completed request.

Green Checkmark: Your request is approved.  Proceed to PART II.

Red X: Contact your academic advisor to discuss additional options . You may edit and resubmit your request if appropriate. 

Part II - Submit Your Transient Form Application for Final Course Approcal

You must have approval in PART I before you can complete PART II

1. Go to FLVC.org.
2. Select "Take a Course".
3. Select "Start or check the status of your Transient Student Application now".
4. Select Florida Atlantic University as your "Home Institution": 
5. Enter your Z number and PIN.
6. Reeview the information and click "NEXT".
7. Select University Advising Services as your program.
8. Complete the required information.
9. Enter the Verification Code from PART I into the Student Comments box.
10. Sign and submit the form.

You will receive an email indicating whether your Transient Form Application has been approved. 

Additional Requirements for Financial Aid 

If your transient enrollment is approved for financial aid, you may be required to provide: 

• Transient Terms and Conditions Form through MyFAU → Student Requirements 
• Approved Transient Student Form from FLVC.org.
• Proof that tuition was paid at the Host School after its drop/add deadline 
• A copy of your Host School class schedule after its drop/add deadline 

Special Transient Enrollment Situations 

If you are taking transient courses at a private institution, out-of-state institution, or as a graduate student, your process may be different. Contact the Office of Student Financial Aid for guidance before enrolling.
Questions? Contact the Office of Student Financial Aid for assistance with your specific situation. 

Textbook Assistance for Outgoing Consortium Students

Outgoing consortium students who need assistance purchasing textbooks may apply for a Short-Term Advance. The application is available on the Financial Aid Forms to Download webpage.
Eligible students may borrow up to $750, subject to a $5 non-refundable processing fee. Direct deposit must also be established through MyFAU.  

Cooperative Education Programs

Cooperative Education combines classroom learning with paid, supervised work experience related to your academic major. Financial aid may be available, depending on your specific cooperative education program and enrollment. 

Learn More

College of Engineering students:

Contact the  Division of Engineering Distance Education & Career Services  at 561-297-2694 in the Science and Engineering Building, Bldg 43, Suite 103.

Students in all other colleges:

Contact University Cooperative Education at 561-297-3520 in the Student Services Building, within the  Career Development Center, Room 222.

Because financial aid eligibility can vary based on the cooperative education program, students should contact Financial Aid before participating. 

Study Abroad

FAU degree-seeking students may participate in different types of study abroad programs, and financial aid eligibility depends on the program type. 
Common program types include: 

• FAU Faculty-Led
• FAU Exchange
• Direct Enroll
• Third-Party Provider

The type of program determines which financial aid and institutional resources may be available. 

Before You Study Abroad 

If you plan to use financial aid for study abroad, you are responsible for: 

• Having a current FAFSA on file and completing all required financial aid requirements. 
• Meeting with a Financial Aid Coordinator to discuss aid eligibility for your specific program and courses.
• Complete all Financial Aid requirements prior to departure.
• Completing any required course entry or attendance requirements, even if you are already abroad. 
• Submit the requireed Mandatory Coruse Entry Quiz for aid to release even if already abroad.
• Understanding that financial aid may not be released until after you arrive and course attendance is confirmed. 

Students should contact Education Abroad to explore available programs and meet with a financial aid advisor before making financial commitments. 

Incoming Study Abroad Students 

If you are degree-seeking at another institution and are attending FAU as your Host School, your Home School is responsible for determining your financial aid eligibility. 

Please note:

• FAU does not defer tuition for incoming study abroad students.
• You are responsible for paying FAU tuition by the applicable fee payment deadline.
• Failure to pay by the deadline may result in late fees and cancellation of classes.
• Consortium documentation will be completed and returned to your Home School after the FAU fee payment deadline once your FAU tuition has been paid.