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Student Consumer Information

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Student Financial Aid 4

Basic Financial Aid Information 4

Rights and Responsibilities of Students Receiving Federal Financial Aid As a student, you have the right to

know: 4

Responsibilities – It is your responsibility as a student, if you are applying for Federal Student Aid, to: 5

Names and Organizations Which Accredit and Authorize the School to Operate 5

Institutional Programs, Faculty, and the Physical Facilities 5

Cost of Attendance 5

Refund Policies for Non-Completers 5

TWC Refund Policy 6

Cancellation Policy 6

Refund Policy 6

Refund Policy Relating to Return to Title IV Funds • R2T4 8

Student Withdrawal Process 9

Official Withdrawal: 10

Unofficial Withdrawal: 10

Types of Federal Financial Aid Programs Grants 10

Federal Pell Grant 10

Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) 10

Employment 11

Federal Work Study 11

Loans 11

Subsidized Federal Direct Loans 11

Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loan 11

Consolidation 11

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Federal Direct Parent (PLUS) Loan 11

State and Local Aid, School Aid and other Private Aid Programs 12

The Criteria Used to Select Financial Aid Recipients 12

Applying for Federal Student Financial Aid 12

Applying for AESCA, Local and State Financial Aid 12

The Type and Amount of Assistance in your Financial Aid Package Criteria for Selection 13

How Financial Need is Determined 13

Amount of Financial Need 13

You have the right to ask that your financial aid package be reconsidered if you believe it to be in error or if

you, or your family’s , financial circumstances have changed. 13

How and When Federal Financial Aid Funds will be Paid Federal Aid 13

State Aid 14

Institutional Aid (Scholarships/Grants) 14

Diversity of Pell Recipients 14

Borrower Confirmation for Loans 14

Subsidized and Unsubsidized Master Promissory Note (MPN) 14

Parent PLUS Master Promissory Note (PLUS MPN) 15

Statement Regarding Credit Balances 15

Terms and Conditions of Federal Work Study Employment 15

Terms and Conditions Under Which the Student Receives Student Loans 15

Direct Loans (DL) 16

Perkins Loan 16

Financial Loan Management 16

The Student Loan Entrance Counseling 16

The Student Loan Exit Counseling 17

Loan Deferments for Borrowers 18

Loan Deferments for Certain Individuals 18

National Student Loan Data System 18

Federal Student Aid Ombudsman Notification 18

Consumer Information from the Department of Education 19

Satisfactory Academic Progress 19

Services for Disabled Students 19

Costs of Attending AESCA 19

Programs of Study Offered at the Institution 19

General Educational Development (GED) Information 19

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School Facilities Associated with Academic Programs 20

Campus Faculty and Other Instructional Personnel 20

Academic Improvement Plans 20

Fire Safety Plan 20

Vaccination Policy 20

Student Right to Know Act 20

Constitution and Citizenship Day (September 17th) 21

Family Education Rights and Privacy Act 21

Student Records Access and Release 21

US Voter Registration 23

Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Information 23

Your Role in the Drug-Free Workplace Program 24

Crime and Punishment – Alcohol and Drug Offenses 24

Campus Security/Clery Act 24

Prevention of Financial Aid/Scholarship Fraud 25

Statement of Non-Discrimination 25

Appendix A: Placement, Retention and Completion Rates 26

Placement Rates 26

Retention Rate 26

Completion Rate 26

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Introduction

The following is a compilation of valuable information concerning institutional information and financial

assistance. This document contains information concerning the following topics:

• Student Financial Aid

• Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

• National Voter Registration Act

• Ombudsman Notification

• National Student Loan Data System

• Campus Crime, Drug Awareness, and Campus Security Statement

• Constitution Day – September 17

Please note that each section contains information and an overview description of the process. Questions should

be addressed to the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts’ Director of Financial Aid or Campus President.

Student Financial Aid

Basic Financial Aid Information

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts (AESCA) recognizes that some individuals and their families are unable

to meet the entire cost of education and may need assistance with federal and private student aid as well as

assistance with the application process. The Director of Financial Aid (DFA) is the designated official at AESCA

for consumer information. If a student or parent has a question, they should not hesitate to contact the Student

Finance Office.

Rights and Responsibilities of Students Receiving Federal Financial Aid As a student, you have the right to

know:

• The names and organizations which accredit and authorize the school to operate.

• About the programs, the faculty, and the physical facilities at the school.

• The cost of attending the school.

• The school’s policy on refunds for students who drop prior to completion of a program.

• About the financial assistance available from federal, state, local, private, and institutional financial aid

programs.

• The procedures and deadlines for submitting applications for each available financial aid program.

• The criteria used to select financial aid recipients.

• How financial need is determined.

• The amount of financial need that has been or will be met.

• The type and amount of assistance in your financial aid package. You have the right to ask that your financial

aid package be reconsidered if you believe it to be in error or if you, or your family’s financial circumstances

have changed.

• How and when the federal financial aid funds will be paid to your account.

• The school’s Satisfactory Academic Progress policy and how the policy affects your eligibility for financial

aid.

• The special facilities and services available to disabled students.

• The interest rate on any loans available through the school, the amount you must repay, the length of

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time you have to repay, when you must begin repayments, and any condition and deferment provisions

that apply.

Responsibilities – It is your responsibility as a student, if you are applying for Federal Student Aid, to:

● Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) accurately and submit it on time.

Errors can delay, and in some cases prevent you from receiving aid.

● If you have previously completed a 2020-21 FAFSA for the award year and coded 037276•00, we will

receive a copy of your information.

● Provide all supporting documentation, corrections, and/or new information as requested by the

Student Finance Office.

● Notify the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts of any information that has changed since you

applied, such as income information, family members, contact information, etc.

● Accept/Decline any disbursements of loan funds.

● Read and understand all forms you are asked to sign

Names and Organizations Which Accredit and Authorize the School to Operate

AESCA – Austin is approved and regulated by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)

http://texasworkforce.org, authorized for its degree programs by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating

Board www.thecb.state.tx.us/, and accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE)

www.council.org. Contact information for each of these entities is available via their website or the school

catalog. AESCA posts the school’s accreditation approvals in the administrative offices and will make available

upon request a copy of the school’s accreditation, licensure, or approval. To request a copy, students should

submit a request in writing to the Campus President.

Institutional Programs, Faculty, and the Physical Facilities

Program, faculty, and physical facility information for AESCA is listed in detail in our school catalog. Our

catalog is available to all potential and enrolled students upon request at any time. Additionally, the school

catalog can be downloaded from our website at http://www.escoffier.edu

AESCA has the right, at its discretion, to make reasonable changes in program content, materials, schedules,

sequences of courses in programs, or location in the interest of improving the student's education, or where

deemed necessary due to industry changes, academic scheduling, or professional requirements.

Cost of Attendance

Program cost information is located on our website at http://www.escoffier.edu.

Program cost information is

also itemized on the program enrollment agreements.

Refund Policies for Non-Completers

AESCA follows the Texas Workforce Commission and the federal Return to Title IV refund policy. Both policies

are detailed in the AESCA school catalog. The calculation concerning federal financial aid is separate and

distinct from the institutional refund policy. As a result of the federal calculation required by federal regulation,

you may owe additional funds to the institution to cover tuition and charges previously paid by unearned

federal financial aid prior to your withdrawal.

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If you plan to withdraw from school, please contact the Student Finance and Business Offices to determine the

amount of funds, if any, which must be returned to the federal student aid programs on your behalf.

TWC Refund Policy

The cancellation and refund policies of all schools must comply with the minimum cancellation and refund

provisions of the Texas Education Code (TEC), Chapter 132 and the Career Schools and Colleges Rules, Texas

Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 807. Below is sample refund policy language for programs at residence

schools that do not take attendance, based on these requirements (does not apply to seminars – for seminars,

see PS•023S). Schools may use another refund policy that results in a cancellation period or refund that

exceeds the minimum. If a school chooses to do this, it must still calculate and provide documentation for the

calculation of refunds demonstrating compliance with the minimum policy standards outlined in this form and

using the statutory method, shown in the Sample Refund Calculation Worksheet (PS-1040R-NA) and print this

statement with the school’s cancellation and refund policy: “In all cases, refunds will meet or exceed the

requirements of TEC, §§132.061 and 0611 and TAC Chapter 807, Subchapter N.” Therefore, schools are

strongly encouraged to use this sample language in their Cancellation and Refund Policy for residence

programs.

Cancellation Policy

A full refund will be made to any student who cancels the enrollment contract within 72 hours (until midnight

of the third day excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) after the enrollment contract is signed or

within the student’s first three scheduled class days (does not apply to Seminars).

Refund Policy

1. Refund computations will be based on scheduled course time of classes through the last documented day

of an academically related activity. Leaves of absence, suspensions and school holidays will not be counted

as part of the scheduled classes.

2. The effective date of determination for refund purposes will be the earliest of the following:

(a) the date of termination if the student is terminated by the school

(b) the date of receipt of written notice from the student; or

cannot be documented: at the end of the first week of each academic term, at the end of the first

month of each academic term, at the midpoint of each academic term, and at the end of each academic

term.

3. If tuition and fees are collected in advance of entrance, and if after expiration of the 72-hour cancellation

privilege the student does not enter school, not more than $50 in nonrefundable administrative fees shall

be retained by the school for the entire residence program or synchronous distance education course.

4. If a student enters a residence or synchronous distance education program and withdraws or is otherwise

terminated, the school or college may retain not more than $50 in nonrefundable administrative fees for

the entire program. The minimum refund of the remaining tuition and fees will be the pro rata portion of

tuition, fees, and other charges that the number of hours remaining in the portion of the course or program

for which the student has been charged after the effective date of termination bears to the total number

of hours in the portion of the course or program for which the student has been charged, except that a

student may not collect a refund if the student has completed 75 percent or more of the total number of

hours in the portion of the program for which the student has been charged on the effective date of

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termination. More simply, the refund is based on the precise number of clock hours the student has paid

for, but not yet used, at the point of termination, up to the 75% completion mark, after which no refund is

due. Form PS•1040R•NA provides the precise calculation.

5. Refunds for items of extra expense to the student, such as books, tools, or other supplies should be handled

separately from refund of tuition and other academic fees. The student will not be required to purchase

instructional supplies, books, and tools until such time as these materials are required. Once these materials

are purchased, no refund will be made. For full refunds, the school can withhold costs for these types of

items from the refund as long as they were necessary for the portion of the program attended and

separately stated in the enrollment agreement. Any such items not required for the portion of the program

attended must be included in the refund.

6. A student who withdraws for a reason unrelated to the student’s academic status after the 75 percent

completion mark and requests a grade at the time of withdrawal shall be given a grade of “incomplete” and

permitted to reenroll in the course or program during the 12•month period following the date the student

withdrew without payment of additional tuition for that portion of the course or program.

7. A full refund of all tuition and fees is due and refundable in each of the following cases:

(a) an enrollee is not accepted by the school

(b) if the course of instruction is discontinued by the school and this prevents the student from completing

the course; or

promotional materials of the school, or representations by the owner or representatives of the school.

A full or partial refund may also be due in other circumstances of program deficiencies or violations of

requirements for career schools and colleges.

8. Refund Policy for Students Called to Active Military Service

A student of the school or college who withdraws from the school or college as a result of the student being

called to active duty in a military service of the United States or the Texas National Guard may elect one of

the following options for each program in which the student is enrolled:

(a) if tuition and fees are collected in advance of the withdrawal, a pro rata refund of any tuition, fees,

or other charges paid by the student for the program and a cancellation of any unpaid tuition, fees,

or other charges owed by the student for the portion of the program the student does not complete

following withdrawal;

(b) a grade of incomplete with the designation "withdrawn-military" for the courses in the program,

other than courses for which the student has previously received a grade on the student's transcript,

and the right to re-enroll in the program, or a substantially equivalent program if that program is no

longer available, not later than the first anniversary of the date the student is discharged from active

military duty without payment of additional tuition, fees, or other charges for the program other than

any previously unpaid balance of the original tuition, fees, and charges for books for the program; or

instructor or instructors of the program determine that the student has:

(1) satisfactorily completed at least 90 percent of the required coursework for the program; and

(2) demonstrated sufficient mastery of the program material to receive credit for completing the

program.

9. The payment of refunds will be totally completed such that the refund instrument has been negotiated or

credited into the proper account(s) within 60 days after the effective date of termination.

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Individuals may receive and review information that TWC collects about the individual by emailing to open.records@twc.state.tx.us or

writing to TWC Open Records, 101 E. 15th St., Rm. 266, Austin, TX 78778•0001.

Refund Policy Relating to Return to Title IV Funds • R2T4

• Federal law specifies how AESCA must determine the amount of Title IV Program (financial aid)

assistance the student has earned when the student withdraws or is terminated. The Title IV Programs

covered by this law are: Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant,

Federal Direct Student Loans and Federal Direct PLUS loans.

• A specific formula is used to determine the amount of Title IV Program assistance earned when a

student withdraws or is terminated during a period of enrollment. (An example is provided below.) If

less assistance was received than earned, you may be able to receive those additional funds. If you

received more assistance than earned, the excess funds must be returned by the school and/or you.

• AESCA is required to determine the amount of Title IV funds that must be refunded based upon the

percentage of the payment period completed prior to withdrawing. Title IV funds must be returned to

the program based upon a tuition refund or if the student received an overpayment based upon costs

not incurred but for which Title IV was received. These refunds must be made within forty-five (45) of

the determination of the date AESCA determines the student withdrew or 14 days after the students

last day of attendance. Title IV funds are returned in the following order:

1. Unsubsidized Direct Stafford loans (other than PLUS loans).

2. Subsidized Direct Stafford loans.

3. Federal Perkins loans.

4. Federal PLUS loans.

5. Direct PLUS loans.

6. Federal Pell Grants for which a return of funds is required.

7. Academic Competitiveness Grants for which a return of funds is required.

8. National Smart Grants for which a return of funds is required.

9. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG) for which a return of funds

is required.

10. Federal Teach Grants for which a Return is required.

• If a student does not receive all the funds earned, they may be due a post-withdrawal disbursement.

If the post-withdrawal disbursement includes loan funds, AESCA must get the student’s permission

before disbursement. The student may choose to decline some or all the loan funds, to avoid incurring

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additional debt. AESCA may automatically use all of a portion of your post-withdrawal disbursement

of grant funds for tuition and fees. AESCA needs the student’s permission to use the post-withdrawal

grant disbursement for all other School charges. If the student does not grant their permission, the

funds will be offered to the student, and the student will be responsible for unpaid debt to the school.

• Some Title IV funds that are scheduled cannot be disbursed after a student withdraws. A first-time,

first-year undergraduate student who has not completed 30 days of a Program before withdrawal, will

not receive any loan funds that they would have received had they remained enrolled past the 30th

day.

• AESCA must return a portion of excess Title IV Program funds received equal to the lesser of:

o The student’s institutional charges multiplied by the unearned percentage of funds, or

o The entire amount of excess funds.

• If AESCA is not required to return all of the excess funds, the student is required to return the

remaining funds.

• Any loan funds that are required to be returned must be paid in accordance with the terms of the

promissory note.

• Any amount of unearned grant funds that must be returned are called an overpayment. The maximum

amount of a grant overpayment that the student must repay is half of the grant funds received or were

scheduled to receive. The student must make arrangements with AESCA or the Department of

Education to return the unearned grant funds.

• The requirements for Title IV Program funds are separate from the above outlined AESCA refund

policies. Therefore, the student may still owe funds to AESCA to cover unpaid institutional charges.

AESCA may also charge for any Title IV Program funds that the school was required to return.

• The student may contact the Federal Student Aid Information Center with any questions at 1-800-4-

FEDAID (1-800-433-3243). Information is also available on Student Aid on the Web at

www.studentaid.gov/

Student Withdrawal Process

Students deciding to withdraw from AESCA must notify the Registrar in writing as outlined below. Failure to

officially withdraw from AESCA may result in academic or financial difficulties for students. The student is

responsible for all financial consequences resulting from failure to complete the withdrawal process. To

withdraw from school, the student must:

• Obtain and complete the withdrawal slip from the Registrar’s Office

• Return the completed withdrawal slip to the Registrar’s office, and retain a copy

• If the student cannot withdraw in person, s/he must notify the Registrar’s office verbally by

calling the AESCA Registrar at 512-451-5743, or, by email to registraraustin@escoffier.edu.

o The notification must include name, date, reason for withdrawal, and signature

o Additional information may be needed

NOTE: Withdrawal from school may not relieve the student from certain financial obligations. Students who

withdraw are strongly encouraged to meet with both the Student Finance and Business Office to

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understand their rights and responsibilities.

Official Withdrawal:

• As AESCA takes daily attendance, The Withdrawal Date and Date of Determination is the date the

student begins the withdrawal process or otherwise provides official notification to Auguste

Escoffier School of Culinary Arts of the intent to withdraw.

• The student is strongly encouraged to contact the Registrar’s office in person to officially withdraw.

AESCA will make every effort to assist students with resolution of issues in order to continue their

education.

• Once a student has officially notified the Registrar’s office of their intent to withdraw, they should

meet with the Student Finance and Business Office. The Student Finance Department can answer

any questions regarding student loan repayment responsibilities, secure the Exit Interview and the

Business Office can answer any questions regarding financial obligations to AESCA.

Unofficial Withdrawal:

• Students will be automatically withdrawn from any Program after missing ten (10) consecutive class

days in any attendance period. Any student who does not report to class for ten (10) consecutive

class days will be considered “withdrawn” and the Withdrawal Date will be the next business day

following the tenth consecutive class day absence.

• The Withdrawal Date for a student that does not return from an approved leave of absence is the

Last Day of Attendance (LDA).

• For Return to Title IV (R2T4) purposes, the Date of Determination is:

o Fourteen days from the LDA for unofficially withdrawn students

o The scheduled date of return for a student that does not return from an approved leave of

absence as scheduled, or the date the Campus was notified the student will not return to

classes, whichever is earlier.

NOTE: AESCA is required to withdraw students from the school within the guidelines indicated above, or

AS SOON AS AESCA DETERMINES THE STUDENT WILL NOT BE RETURNING, whichever comes first.

Types of Federal Financial Aid Programs Grants

Federal Pell Grant

The Pell grant is grant assistance which does not have to be repaid. Pell is awarded to students who have

demonstrated financial need as determined by the U.S. Department of Education standards. Annually, the

U.S. Department of education determines student eligibility for this grant. For the 2021-22 award year, the

minimum grant is $650 and the maximum grant is $6,495.

Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

The FSEOG program is a program that provides grant assistance which does not have to be repaid. FSEOG is

awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional financial need as determined by the U.S. Department of

Education standards. Students with the lowest “Expected Family Contribution” (EFC) are awarded FSEOG

before students with higher EFCs.

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Employment

Federal Work Study

Federal Work Study offers students the opportunity to assist themselves with a portion of expenses by

working part-time on or off campus, for at least minimum wage. Federal Work Study funds are limited and

so the number of assignments that are available are limited as well. Priority is given to students with the

greatest financial need who are qualified for the job assignments available. Please see the Student Finance

Office for availability of funds and participation.

Loans

Subsidized Federal Direct Loans

Direct Subsidized Loans are awarded based on financial need. The Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts will

determine eligibility for the Direct Subsidized Loan program based on the results from your FAFSA. The

maximum annual loan amount for the first academic year is $3,500, less origination and other fees (if

applicable). Awards will change upon eligibility and program. The federal government pays the interest for you

during in school (at least half-time attendance), in grace, and deferment periods. Interest does not accrue until

the student enters repayment six (6) months after leaving school or dropping below a half-time enrollment

status. The minimum repayment amount is $50 per month; however, Direct Subsidized Loans provide many

flexible repayment plans as outlined in the loan counseling materials located in the Student Finance Office.

Payments are based on the repayment plan selected by the student. See the charts below for interest rate

information. For additional information, www.studentaid.gov

Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loan

If you do not qualify for a full or partial Direct Subsidized Loan based on your financial need, you may qualify

for a Direct Unsubsidized Loan. This loan is not based on need; however, the federal government does not pay

the interest on the Direct Unsubsidized Loan(s) while you are in school or have loans in a deferred status.

Student loan borrowers are eligible for all interest that accrues on the loan while enrolled, during your grace

period, and any deferment periods. You may elect to make interest payments while in school to avoid the

capitalization of interest and lower the overall repayment debt. Loan repayment begins six (6) months after

leaving school or dropping below a half-time enrollment status. Independent students can borrow up to $9,500

(Subsidized and Unsubsidized combined) for the first academic year. Dependent students can borrow up to

$5,500 (Subsidized and Unsubsidized combined) for the first academic year. The minimum repayment amount

is $50 per month; however, Direct Subsidized Loans provide many flexible repayment plans as outlined in the

loan counseling materials located in the Student Finance Office. Payments are based on the repayment plan

selected by the student. See the charts below for interest rate information.

Consolidation

Borrowers with other outstanding loans may be eligible to consolidate eligible loans into one consolidated

payment. Refer to your Loan Entrance counseling brochure and information for additional details.

Federal Direct Parent (PLUS) Loan

The Direct PLUS loan is available to parents who wish to apply for additional assistance for their dependent

child’s education. The Direct PLUS loan is made through the federal government. The amount of the PLUS

loan cannot exceed the student’s cost of attendance less other student aid awarded. See the charts below for

interest rate information.

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2021-22 Direct Loan Interest Rates

Academic

Year

Direct Subsidized

Loan

(Undergraduate)

Direct Unsubsidized

Loan

(Undergraduate)

Direct Unsubsidized

Loan

(Graduate)

Direct Plus

Loan

(Parent and

Graduate)

2021-2022

3.73%

6.28%

2020-2021

2.75%

4.30%

5.30%

2019-2020

4.53%

6.08%

7.60%

2018-2019

5.05%

6.60%

7.08%

2017-2018

4.45%

6.00%

7.00%

State and Local Aid, School Aid, and other Private Aid Programs

The school catalog lists institutional grants and awards, as well as other aid programs which may be

available such as State and Local Aid, School Aid, and other Private Aid programs. Students should review

the school catalog and visit the Student Finance Office for up to date and additional information on current

aid programs. The Student Finance Office also maintains a list of scholarship and resource websites. The

AESCA School Catalog is available at www.escoffier.edu

The Criteria Used to Select Financial Aid Recipients

Applying for Federal Student Financial Aid

Each student interested in receiving federal financial assistance must submit the “Free Application for Federal

Student Aid” (FAFSA) or provide a copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) if the FAFSA was previously completed

within the award year. The Student Finance Office will utilize the results of the FAFSA to estimate and

determine the student’s financial aid eligibility.

A student may be chosen for the verification process of the information submitted on the FAFSA by the

U.S. Department of Education or the school. A student may be selected by the U.S. Department of

Education's Central Processor (CPS) following procedures established by federal regulation. If, during the

application process, the file is selected for "verification" by the U.S. Department of Education, the student

and their family must submit all documents required to validate the information listed on the FAFSA

application. AESCA may also select the information submitted for verification. The Student Finance Office

will inform the student of the requirement for verification. Students should refer to

http://www.studentaid.gov/ website which is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education for more

detailed information.

Applying for AESCA, Local and State Financial Aid

Students should visit the Student Finance Office for information and application(s) regarding various

scholarship/grant opportunities available for eligible students. The Student Finance Office also has a list of

resource websites available.

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The Type and Amount of Assistance in your Financial Aid Package Criteria for Selection

A person must be enrolled as a regular student in an eligible program to receive Federal Student Assistance

funds. A regular student is someone who is enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an eligible institution for the

purpose of obtaining a degree or certificate offered by the school.

How Financial Need is Determined

Students must apply for federal aid by completing the current award year FAFSA. The Student Finance Office

will review the results of the FAFSA and determine your "need" and eligibility for various federal programs. The

student may accept or decline all, or a portion, of the aid eligibility.

Amount of Financial Need

The Student Finance Office will attempt to package full eligibility based on the student's need and the academic

year clock hours of the program enrolled. Your right as a student is to accept, decline or reduce any portion of

the aid packaged. Students should always schedule a follow up appointment with the Student Finance Office

for personal review and explanation of awards offered.

You have the right to ask that your financial aid package be reconsidered if you believe it to be in error or if

you, or your family’s, financial circumstances have changed.

Students may request an appeal of any financial aid awarded by contacting the Student Finance Office. Always

contact the Student Finance Office for any questions/clarification on the awarding, packaging, and eligibility

process.

How and When Federal Financial Aid Funds will be Paid Federal Aid

Federal Aid is distributed to students who complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

and meet the eligibility criteria as further described within the application instructions. Students should

visit www.studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

or the Student Finance Office for an Application.

AESCA awards and disburses aid based on clock hours in the academic year(s) of the program enrolled. See

below for an overview of the nonterm disbursement method. Students should visit the Student Finance

Office for additional details regarding disbursement. Students receiving federal aid are encouraged to visit

the Student Finance Office.

The disbursement of aid is by payment period and varies by the type of assistance and program.

In order to receive federal loan proceeds the student (parent in the case of PLUS loans) must complete and

sign a valid promissory note. Disbursements will be made at the beginning and once at the mid-point of the

academic year as measured in clock hours earned and weeks attended. A second disbursement of loan funds

for the academic year is made after the student has completed half of their academic workload for the

academic year and reached the calendar midpoint. Once tuition and fees charged by the institution have

been met, the student may receive the excess amount of federal student aid that creates a credit on the

account. A first year, first time borrower’s account will not be credited with Direct loans until 30 days after

their first day of class and completed a loan entrance interview.

For those who qualify for aid, a student in the Culinary Diploma Program will receive two (2) disbursements of

aid, credited to the student’s account twice during the academic year – one at the beginning and once at the

mid-point of the academic year as measured in credit hours earned and weeks attended.

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For those who qualify for aid, a student in the Pastry Program a student will receive two (2) disbursements.

Two (2) disbursements credited to the student’s account twice during the academic year – one at the beginning

and once at the mid-point of the academic year as measured in clock hours earned and weeks attended.

For those who qualify for aid, a student in the Culinary or Pastry AAS Programs will receive four (4)

disbursements of aid; Two (2) disbursements for the AY1 credited to the student’s account twice during the

academic year – one at the beginning and once at the mid-point of the academic year as measured in credit

hours earned and weeks attended. AY 2 consists of two (2) disbursement credited once at the beginning of AY2

as and once at the mid-point of the academic year as measured in credit hours and weeks attended.

State Aid

State Aid is distributed to students who meet the eligibility criteria as described in the specific state aid

program requirements. Students should visit the Student Finance Office for additional information on state aid

programs available to enrolled students of the institution and application.

Institutional Aid (Scholarships/Grants)

Colleges may offer various types of scholarships to students enrolled in specific programs of study, participating

in campus athletics, having met specific academic standards, etc. The number of scholarships recipients varies

from year to year depending on the funding available and the number of eligible applicants. For additional

information on available institutional scholarships students are encouraged to visit/contact the Student

Finance Office at the campus. A list of scholarships/grants available is also listed in the AESCA Catalog.

Students are also encouraged to visit their library or research on the Internet as a source for additional

scholarship programs not administered or awarded by AESCA.

Students will receive an estimated award letter listing their aid eligibility. All students need to read and

understand all forms that you are asked to sign. Contact the Student Finance Office for review of your eligibility

and aid amounts, and for clarification/questions on any forms or awards.

Diversity of Pell Recipients

Federal regulations require school to provide on an annual basis data on the diversity of its Pell recipients by

July 1st. Students should visit the AESCA Student Finance Office for campus specific Pell Diversity information.

Go to http://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator

for information on our school.

Borrower Confirmation for Loans

Subsidized and Unsubsidized Master Promissory Note (MPN)

Students have the ability to obtain loan funds not exceeding the established loan limits through the Subsidized

and Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loan program without having to sign a new Master Promissory Note for each

academic year.

The Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts awards educational loans based on student eligibility. Students

and Parents (in cases of a PLUS loan) always have the right to reduce or cancel any student loan. For the student

loan process, AESCA uses the "Passive" Confirmation option. Passive confirmation means that AESCA will not

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disburse the loan until the borrower is notified of the proposed loan package and the time given to respond has

elapsed. The borrower only needs to act if he/she wishes to decline the loan or adjust the type or amount of

the loan.

Parent PLUS Master Promissory Note (PLUS MPN)

For Parent PLUS loans made under the multi-year feature of the MPN, confirmation of the loan occurs upon

parent completion of the Plus MPN via studentloans.gov. AESCA will only process the requested amount of an

approved Plus loan. Plus loan borrowers are notified by receipt upon posting of the Plus loan proceeds.

Borrowers have at least fourteen (14) days to cancel or reduce the loan.

Statement Regarding Credit Balances

An “Authorization to Retain” is provided to students by the Student Finance Office soon after enrollment and

during the financial aid process. Students and parents (of a dependent student applying for PLUS loans) need to

review this statement, select the appropriate authorization category, and provide the signed form to the Student

Finance Office. For continuing students who previously signed this statement, the initial authorization will

continue to be valid for subsequent award years or enrollment periods. The authorization categories available

for student/parent selection are as follows:

• Based on student’s authorization, the institution will retain any existing credit balance on the account to

be applied to allowable future charges to assist students in managing those funds or to be disbursed at

their request.

• In the event that funds are not requested prior to leaving the institution, the institution will return the

credit balance to the lender as prepayment of the student loan.

Terms and Conditions of Federal Work Study Employment

The Federal Work Study (FWS) program provides jobs to undergraduate and graduate students to assist

them in meeting their educational expenses. To qualify for Federal Work Study program funds, the student

must meet the eligibility requirements for Federal Student Aid. The amount of FWS for which a student is

eligible depends upon:

• Degree of demonstrated financial need

• Availability of FWS funds at the school

• Availability of jobs and scheduling which do not conflict with the student’s class schedule

Federal Work Study jobs may be located on or off campus. The school may set the work schedule. The

Director of Financial Aid will take into consideration need, class schedule, health, and academic progress

prior to arranging a job and assigning work hours. The school must inform the student of the terms and

condition of employment that is part of your financial aid package.

Undergraduate students will be paid on an hourly basis. They are paid at least the current federal minimum

wage and at least once a month. AESCA pays twice a month.

If FWS is part of the student’s aid package, they will receive notification via the Job Description and other

notification which lists the amount of the award scheduled for the student.

Terms and Conditions Under Which the Student Receives Student Loans

The Federal Loan programs provide funds to undergraduate and graduate students to assist them in meeting

their educational expenses. To qualify for Federal Loan program funds, the student must meet the eligibility

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requirements for Federal Student Aid as well as the loan program specific terms and conditions specified

below:

Direct Loans (DL)

• Student must be enrolled at least half-time during the period of enrollment to retain their eligibility for

the Direct Loan program funds. Students whose enrollment status is below half-time are not eligible for

DL program funds. If eligibility is lost due to being enrolled less than half-time, a student can regain

eligibility if enrolled at least half-time during a subsequent period of enrollment.

• All students are required to complete student loan entrance counseling prior to the first disbursement of

the loan. For first time borrowers, the first disbursement of a loan cannot be made earlier than thirty (30)

days after the start of the term or period of enrollment. This 30-day delayed disbursement for first time

borrowers does not apply to Plus loans.

• DL Loans are not credit based and so a credit check will not run unless it is a Parent PLUS Loan.

• A student borrower who is in default on an FSA loan is not eligible for additional DL loan funds unless

eligibility is regained.

Perkins Loan

AESCA does not participate in the Perkins Loan Program.

Financial Loan Management

Each first-time student borrower is required to attend/complete a loan entrance interview conducted

individually, in a group, or online. The interview will include an explanation of the use of a Master Promissory

Note (MPN), the importance of the repayment obligation, a description of the consequences of default,

sample repayment schedules, information about borrower’s rights and responsibilities, as well as other terms

and conditions.

Upcoming graduates, students who officially withdraw, or students who cease to attend at least halftime will

be required to complete/attend the exit counseling session. Students who leave school without attending an

exit counseling session will receive an exit counseling package mailed by the campus. Exit counseling addresses

topics such as the requirement to repay the loan, repayment plans, updating contact and demographic

information, the consequences of default. Please see The Financial Aid Loan Exit Counseling section for

additional information.

The Student Loan Entrance Counseling

The following information will be included in the Loan Entrance Counseling, which will be presented to a

first-time student borrower prior to the first disbursement of loan funds.

• Explanation and use of the Master Promissory Note (MPN)

• Effect of accepting the loan on eligibility for other aid

• Seriousness and importance of the repayment obligation

• Option of the borrower to pay interest on Unsubsidized Stafford and Graduate PLUS loans while in school

• Interest accrual process and interest capitalization when a borrower elects not to pay interest or if the

interest is not paid by the US Department of Education

• Definition of half-time enrollment

• Consequences of not maintaining half-time enrollment

• Importance of contacting the appropriate office at the school if the student plans to withdraw before

completing the academic program to allow the school to provide exit counseling to the borrower

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• Obligation to repay the loans even if: the borrower does not complete the program or does not complete

the program within the regular time for completion, is unable to find employment, is dissatisfied with the

school/program, or does not receive the services purchased from the school

• Consequences of default, including adverse credit reports, federal offset, and other federal delinquent debt

collection procedures and litigation

• Sample monthly repayment amounts based on a range of levels of indebtedness or the average cumulative

indebtedness of other loan borrows within the same academic program as the borrower

• Information regarding the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) and how a borrower can access and

monitor his or her loan records

• Name and contact information of the person the student may contact with questions regarding rights and

responsibilities or loan terms and conditions

The Student Loan Exit Counseling

Several topics presented at the entrance counseling session are again presented at the exit counseling. Exit

counseling is required for all graduated, withdrawn, or dismissed students prior to exiting the institution. If

a student leaves school or chooses to postpone their education, the student should meet with a Financial

Aid Administrator to understand the financial impact of this decision and attend loan exit counseling.

Exit counseling includes the following information:

• Explanation of all repayment plans available

• Comparative analysis of the features of each type of repayment plan, including average projected monthly

payments and the difference in interest and total payments.

• Explanation of the terms and conditions to obtain full or partial loan forgiveness or discharge.

• Explanation of the terms and conditions the borrower may obtain a deferment or forbearance.

• Debt management strategies to assist the student in successful loan repayment.

• Information regarding the average anticipated monthly repayment amount based on the student loan

borrower’s actual indebtedness or the average indebtedness of student borrowers in the same academic

program receiving the same types of loans.

• A review of the use of the Master Promissory Note (MPN) and the student’s obligation to repay the loan.

• Explanation of the student’s responsibility to repay the loan even if the student did not complete the

program, did not complete the program within the regular completion time for that program, is unable to

obtain employment, or is dissatisfied with the education received.

• Explanation regarding the consequences of default, including adverse credit reports, federal offset, other

federal delinquent debt collection procedures and litigation.

• Effects of loan consolidation, including the effect on total interest and fees to be paid, length of the

repayment term, effect on borrower benefits on underlying loans (grace periods, deferment, loan

forgiveness, and loan discharge), option to prepay or change repayment plans, and how borrower benefits

may differ between lenders.

• Explanation of the tax benefits available to the students.

• Information concerning the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) and how the student can utilize

NSLDS to access his or her records.

• Information regarding the availability of the Student Loan Ombudsman’s Office

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In addition, the Student Finance Office is responsible to collect the following information as part of the exit

counseling and provide the information to the Guarantor Agency (GA) within sixty (60) days of receipt:

• Name

• Address

• Social Security Number

• References

• Driver’s License Number and State

• Expected Permanent Address

• Name and address of next-of-kin

• Name and address of the student’s employer or expected employer.

This information is reported through NSLDS.

Loan Deferments for Borrowers

Students should visit the Student Finance Office for the terms and conditions under which students receiving

federal education loans may obtain a deferment for repaying student loan debt. In addition, students can visit

www.studentloans.gov for information on federal student loans.

Loan Deferments for Certain Individuals

Loan deferment terms and conditions are further defined for those serving in the Peace Corps; under the

Domestic Volunteer Service Act; and as a volunteer for a tax-exempt organization of demonstrated effectiveness

in the field of community service. These individuals should visit the Student Finance Office for additional

information.

National Student Loan Data System

National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) is the U.S. Department of Education’s (ED’s) central database for

student aid. Student financial aid information is submitted to the NSLDS. NSLDS receives data from schools,

guaranty agencies, the Direct Loan program, the Pell Grant program, and other ED programs. NSLDS Student

Access provides centralized, integrated view of Federal Student Aid Loans and grants so that recipients of funds

from these programs can access and inquire about the Federal Student Aid loans and/or Grant data. Once the

data is reported to NSLDS, this site and all information contained within is accessible to Financial Aid

Administrators, Guarantee Agencies, and Students. All users must sign-in and be an authorized user.

Unauthorized use of this site is strictly prohibited. To access the site, visit www.nslds.ed.gov/npas/index.htm

Federal Student Aid Ombudsman Notification

Students should contact the Director of Financial Aid who is always ready to assist with any questions or

concerns regarding financial aid programs. If a situation exists that the Director of Financial Aid cannot resolve,

students should follow procedures in the school catalog.

After all above options are exhausted and the Federal Student Aid Loan issue cannot be resolved, the U.S.

Department of Education’s Office of the Ombudsman for federal financial aid program issues is available. The

ombudsman resolves disputes from a neutral and independent viewpoint. The Office of Student Financial

Assistance Ombudsman will informally research a borrower issue and suggest solutions to resolve. Student

borrowers can contact the Office of the Ombudsman by:

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Via Online Assistance: www.studentaid.gov/feedback-ombudsman/disputes/prepare

Via Toll-Free Telephone: 1.877.557.2575

Via Fax: 1.606.396.4821

Via Mail: U.S. Department of Education, FSA Ombudsman Group, P.O. Box 1843, Monticello, KY 42633

Consumer Information from the Department of Education

The U.S. Department of Education has various websites available to students and financial aid staff which provide

information regarding the regulations, requirements, and application for Federal Student Aid. There is no user

fee for using ED Financial Aid sites.

U.S. Department of Education: www.ed.gov

Applying for Federal Student Aid: www.studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Information for Students: www.studentaid.gov,

Information for Financial Aid Professionals and Schools: www.ifap.ed.gov/,

Information on Student Loans: www.studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/loans and

www.nslds.ed.gov/npas/index.htm

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Students should refer to the school catalog or the Registrar for more information regarding the institution's

Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy. The Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts Satisfactory Academic

Progress Policy is also listed on our website at http://www.escoffier.edu

Services for Disabled Students

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts (AESCA) is committed to full compliance with both the Americans

with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act regarding equal opportunities for

students with disabilities. Students with known or suspected disabilities are encouraged to reach out to the

Registrar regarding services available for disabled students attending the institution.

Costs of Attending AESCA

Students can access http://www.escoffier.edu,

reference the school catalog, or contact any administrator for

detailed information regarding the costs of attending the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts (tuition and

fees, books and supplies, room and board) & any other applicable costs of the program in which the student is

enrolled or has expressed an interest.

Programs of Study Offered at the Institution

Students should refer to the school catalog for institution specific information regarding programs of study

offered at the institution. AESCA has the right, at its discretion, to make reasonable changes in program

content, materials, schedules, sequences of courses in programs, or location in the interest of improving the

student’s education, or where deemed necessary due to industry changes, academic scheduling, or

professional requirements.

The school is required to make changes in programs or policies when ongoing federal, state, or accrediting

changes affect students currently in attendance.

General Educational Development (GED) Information

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Students who have not earned a High School Diploma may be eligible to take the General Educational

Development (GED) tests to earn the GED credential. Students should visit their state’s website for additional

information and nearby testing center locations. The AESCA Registrar's office is also available for assisting

students who seek information on GED tests. Students should refer to the school catalog for program specific

admissions requirements as some programs of study may require a H.S. Diploma or GED for admission.

School Facilities Associated with Academic Programs

Students should refer to the school catalog for institution specific information regarding school facilities. The

AESCA school catalog can be accessed at www.escoffier.edu

Campus Faculty and Other Instructional Personnel

Students should refer to the school catalog for a listing of campus faculty and other instructional personnel.

The AESCA school catalog can be accessed at www.escoffier.edu

Academic Improvement Plans

Students should refer to the school catalog and/or enrollment agreement for institution specific

information regarding academic improvement plans.

It is the policy of the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts to comply with all copyright laws and not

exceed the bounds of permissible copying under the fair use doctrine. All faculty, staff, and students are

expected to comply with this policy, with state and federal law, and with the terms of application

contracts and license agreement(s) in reproducing copyrighted materials. Civil and/or criminal

charges are associated with the unauthorized use/distribution of copyrighted materials. Additional

information can be found at: http://www.copyright.gov/circs/circ01.pdf

Fire Safety Plan

AESCA does not offer campus housing. Campuses which offer on campus housing are required to

disclose the Fire Safety Plans with all residents of such housing. Students should refer to the

institutional fire safety information made available by the Campus Registrar or Campus President.

Vaccination Policy

Specific programs of study may require students to adhere to a Vaccination Policy. Currently,

AESCA students are not required to vaccinate.

Student Right to Know Act

The Student Right-to-Know Act requires institutions participating in Federal Student Aid to provide

addition disclosures to students. The additional disclosures include Graduation, Completion, and

Transfer-Out Rates. In addition, schools that have athletic teams and award athletically related aid

are required to disclose the Graduation, Completion, and Transfer-Out Rates for Student Athletes.

The Student Right-to-Know Disclosures are distributed to students by July 1 of each year to

prospective and enrolled students. Our disclosures are posted on our website,

www.escoffier.edu/consumer-information/

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Constitution and Citizenship Day (September 17th)

Section 111(b) states "each educational institution that receives Federal funds for a fiscal year shall

hold an educational program on the United States Constitution on September 17 of such year for the

students served by the educational institution.'' For purposes of the Department's implementation

of this requirement, "educational institutions'' includes but is not limited to "local educational

agencies'' and "institutions of higher education'' receiving Federal funding from the Department.

Section 111 applies to all educational institutions receiving Federal funding, not only those receiving

Federal funding from the Department. However, the Department's authority only extends to those

educational institutions receiving funding from the Department, and consequently the Department

can only regulate those institutions. Section 111 requires that Constitution Day be held on September

17 of each year, commemorating the September 17, 1787, signing of the Constitution. However,

when September 17 falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday, Constitution Day shall be held during the

preceding or following week.

Family Education Rights and Privacy Act

Student Records Access and Release

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts has established a policy regarding students’ rights with

respect to their education records pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

(FERPA).

These rights include:

1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts receives a request for access.

Under FERPA, education records are defined as records that are directly related to the student and

maintained by the institution or a party acting for the institution, excepted as provided under the

FERPA exceptions. Education records can exist in any format, including, but not limited to,

typewritten, hand-written, computer generated, videotape, audiotape, film, and email.

Students may request a review of their education records by submitting a written request to the

Campus President that identifies the records the student wishes to inspect. The review will be allowed

during regular school hours under appropriate supervision, and the Campus President and/or

Registrar will notify the student of the place where records may be inspected. Students may also

obtain copies of their education records for a nominal charge.

2. The right to request that the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts amend any of the student’s

education records that the student believes are inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the

student’s privacy rights under FERPA. The request for change must be made in writing and delivered to

the Campus President and/or Registrar, must clearly identify the part of the record the student wants

changes and must explain the reason for the requested change. Grades and course evaluations can be

challenged only on the grounds that they are improperly recorded. If the Auguste Escoffier School of

Culinary Arts decides not to amend the record as requested, it will notify the student in writing of the

decision and the student’s right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. If the student

requests a hearing, the Campus President will conduct the hearing, giving the student an opportunity to

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present evidence relevant to the disputed issues. The student will be notified of the Campus President’s

decision, which will be the final decision of the school. Copies of student challenges and any written

explanations regarding the contents of the student’s record will be retained as part of the student’s

permanent record.

3. The right to provide written consent before the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts discloses

personally identifiable information from the student’s education records, except to the extent that

FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.

One exception permits the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts to disclose education records

without the student’s prior written consent to parents of a student who is a dependent for tax purposes

(as defined in Section 152 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986).

Another exception permits the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts to disclose education

records without a student’s prior written consent under the FERPA exception for disclosure to school

officials with legitimate educational interests.

The term school official includes a person employed by the school in an administrative, supervisory,

academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health

staff); a person or company with whom the school has contracted as its agent to provide a service

instead of using school employees or officials (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a

person serving on the Board of Trustees; or a student serving on an

official committee, such as a

disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks;

officials from other educational institutions, lenders, servicers and agencies that have a legitimate

interest in the student information. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official

needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibilities for the

school.

Upon request, the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts may disclose education records without

consent to officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. While FERPA requires

that the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts, with certain exceptions, obtain a student’s prior

written consent before disclosing personally identifiable information from the student’s education

records, FERPA permits the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts to disclose appropriately

designated “directory information” to third parties without prior written student consent unless the

student has advised the school to the contrary in accordance with school procedures. If the student

does not want the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts to disclose some or all directory information

without his or her prior written consent, the student must notify the school in writing within 10 days

after the date of the student’s initial enrollment or by such later date as the school may specify. The

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts has designated the following information as directory

information: student’s name, address(es), telephone number(s), birth date and place, major field of

study (program), dates of attendance, participation in officially recognized activities, most recent

previous school attended, photograph, and degrees, diplomas, and awards received.

4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the

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Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and

address of the office that administers FERPA is:

Family Policy Compliance Office

U.S. Department of Education 400

Maryland Avenue, SW

Washington, D.C. 20202-5901

US Voter Registration

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts encourages all students that are US citizens and of eligible age to vote

in federal and state elections. Students residing in TX while attending school at AESCA can obtain voter

information by visiting the following site: www.votetexas.gov/register-to-vote/

. In addition, voter registration

forms are available on campus or by going to www.webservices.sos.state.tx.us/vrapp/index.asp. Students that

wish to vote in a home state other than TX can find voter information on the following website: www.eac.gov/.

Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Information

Federal regulation requires an institution that participates in any Federal Student Aid program to provide

information to its students, faculty, and employees to prevent drug and alcohol abuse. Students should refer to

the Campus Security and Drug-Free Campus/Workplace report.

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts – Austin recognizes the responsibility as an educational institution to

promote a productive and healthy environment. This responsibility demands implementation of programs and

services to facility that effort.

In order to meet these responsibilities, AESCA Austin’s policy is summarized:

1. Requires all students and employees to abide by the terms of this policy as a condition of an initial and

continued enrollment/employment.

2. Recognizes that the illegal use of drugs and alcohol I sin direct violation of local, state, and federal laws as

well as school policies set forth within this policy

3. Strictly prohibits the illegal use, possession, manufactory, dispensing, or distribution of alcohol, drugs, or

controlled substances in the workplace, on its premises, or as a part of any school sponsored activities.

4. Considers a violation of this policy to be a major offense, which may result in requirement for satisfactory

participation in a drug or alcohol rehabilitation program, referral for criminal prosecution, and/or

immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination from employment and suspension or

expulsion from the school. A criminal conviction is not required for sanctions to be imposed upon an

employee or student for violations of this policy.

5. Recognizes that violations of applicable local, state, and federal laws may subject a student or employee

to a variety of legal sanctions including but not limited to fines, incarceration, imprisonment and/or

community service requirements. Convictions become a part of an individual's criminal record and may

prohibit certain career and professional opportunities.

6. Requires an employee to notify the Campus President in writing of a criminal conviction for drug or alcohol

related offenses occurring in the workplace no later than five calendar days following the conviction.

7. Provides referral assistance for counseling services access to AESCA Austin’s Employee/Student Assistance

Program or the Student Resource Service and will refer employees/students for counseling services

programs that inform students and employees about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse. Voluntary

participation in or referral to these services is strictly confidential.

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8. AESCA Austin is a “smoke free” campus. “Smoke” is a general term which encompasses the use of all

tobacco products, whether smoked or chewed, as well as the use of vapor-inhaled products. Students and

employees may not use any of these products on school grounds, including in parked cars.

9. Contact the Campus President at 512-451-5743 for referral assistance. AESCA Austin employees may also

contact our health insurance provider for various assistance. Contact information may be obtained from

the Campus President.

10. The Campus President is responsible for notifying federal funding agencies within ten calendar days

whenever an employee is convicted of a drug-related crime that occurred in the workplace.

11. AESCA forbids an employee from performing sensitive safety functions while a prohibited drug(s) is in his

or her system.

12. AESCA could mandate drug testing of employees prior to employment, when there is reasonable cause,

after an accident, on a random basis, and before returning to duty after refusing to take a drug test or after

not passing a drug test. Health risks generally associated with alcohol and drug abuse can result in but are

not limited to a lowered immune system, damage to critical nerve cells, physical dependency, lung damage,

heart problems, liver disease, physical and mental depression, increased infection, irreversible memory

loss, personality changes and thought disorders.

13. AESCA provides for annual distribution of this policy to all staff, faculty, and students.

Your Role in the Drug-Free Workplace Program

● Know AESCA Austin’s policy and program.

● Follow AESCA Austin’s drug-free policy.

● Report to class and/or work fit for duty. Come to the school free of alcohol and other drugs.

● Do not abuse alcohol or use illegal drugs in the workplace, on school property, or as part of

any AESCA Austin school sponsored or required activity.

● Seek help if you think you have a problem.

Talk to the Campus President if you think a coworker or student may need help or if you see a policy violation.

Crime and Punishment – Alcohol and Drug Offenses

Misdemeanors (M) are punishable by imprisonment in county jail for not more than one year and/or a fine

not exceeding $500 unless a different amount is specified for the offense.

Felonies (F) are punishable by imprisonment in the state corrections system for up to two years and/or a fine

not exceeding $1,000 unless a different amount is specified for the offense.

AESCA maintains a standard of conduct that prohibits the unlawful use, possession, or distribution, of drugs

or alcohol by students and employees on school property, or at school activities.

Policy violations are taken seriously and AESCA Austin will impose sanctions on students and employees

(consistent with local, state, and federal law). Disciplinary action(s) for violation of this standard of conduct

could include expulsion from school, termination of employment and referral for prosecution.

Campus Security/Clery Act

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Federal regulation requires an institution to compile an Annual Security Report disclosing the institution’s

security policies and reporting of Crime Statistics. Students should refer to the Campus Crime section of the

campus website at: www.escoffier.edu/consumer-information/

for the latest copy of the AESCA Annual

Security Report.

Prevention of Financial Aid/Scholarship Fraud

Every year, millions of high school graduates seek creative ways to finance the markedly rising costs of a

college education. In the process, they sometimes fall prey to scholarship and financial aid scams. On

November 5, 2000, Congress passed the College Scholarship Fraud Prevention Act of 2000 (CSFPA). The CSFPA

enhances protection against fraud in student financial assistance by establishing stricter sentencing

guidelines for criminal financial aid fraud. It also charged the Department, working in conjunction with the

Federal Trade Commission FTC), with implementing national awareness activities, including a scholarship

fraud awareness site on the ED web site

According to the FTC, perpetrators of financial aid fraud often use these telltale lines:

• The scholarship is guaranteed or your money back

• "You've been selected by a 'national foundation' to receive a scholarship" or "You're a finalist" in a

contest you've never entered.

• "You can't get this information anywhere else"

• "I just need your credit card or bank account number to hold this scholarship"

• "We'll do all the work"

• The scholarship will cost some money

To file a complaint, or for free information, students or parents should call 1.877.FTC.HELP (1.877.382.4357)

or visit: http://ftc.gov/bcp/menus/consumer/education.shtm

Statement of Non-Discrimination

AESCA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, or physical

disabilities in the administration of is educational or admissions policies, financial assistance programs, job

placement services, or any other school sponsored program. Admission of applicants is based solely on the

potential of the applicant to succeed in the foodservice industry or benefit from the course of study.

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in

programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. All federal agencies that provided grants of

assistance are required to enforce the Title VI regulation.

Know Your Rights – Title IX:

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”), 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq., is a Federal civil rights law that

prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs and activities. All public and private

elementary and secondary schools, school districts, colleges, and universities (hereinafter “schools”) receiving

any Federal funds must comply with Title IX. Under Title IX, discrimination on the basis of sex can include sexual

harassment or sexual violence, such as rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, and sexual coercion.

All students are encouraged and welcome to visit the Administrative Office for any questions, clarification, or

additional information regarding any of the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts' policies & procedures.

Auguste Escoffier Schools of Culinary Arts- Austin

Student Consumer Information

Reviewed/ Revised June 2022

Appendix A: Placement, Retention and Completion Rates

Placement Rates

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts reports placement rates to the Council on Occupational Education (COE)

and the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The reported rates are available on the campus website

(https://www.escoffier.edu/consumer-information/

) and are updated annually.

Retention Rate

Per IPEDS definition, retention rates “examine the percentage of first-time students enrolled in the fall of the prior

year that are still enrolled in the fall of the current year,” measures the percentage of first-time students who

return to the institution to continue their studies the following fall. The retention rate reported for First-Time, Full-

Time students entering in Fall 2019 in the IPEDS Fall Enrollment Survey for Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary

Arts in Austin and reported on the College Navigator

website is 66%.

Completion Rate

The completion rate described in these disclosure documents is determined by using U.S. Department of Education

guidance for disclosures and is not the same as used for IPEDS. Graduation rates for each campus can be found on

the IPEDS database, searching for each institution on the following site: https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/use-the-data