Weather Closure: Monday, February 23 Open or Close Alert Message
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Due to the expected winter storm, the University will close campus Monday, February 23.  We expect to resume normal operations on Tuesday morning. If conditions change, we will share updates promptly.

Campus Services During the Closure

While most in-person activities will pause, essential services will remain available. Public Safety and Facilities will be on campus throughout the storm, and the following services are expected to remain open or staffed:

• Residence Halls (RDs/RAs on duty)
• Dining
• Computer Labs
• Facilities/Housekeeping
• Health Services (TBD by Director)

Students living on campus should expect regular support from Residence Life and Public Safety.

Classes and Work During the Closure

Students
All offices and in-person activities are canceled for the day. In-person classes are canceled but may be held remotely at the discretion of faculty. Faculty will communicate directly, so please check your email and course site for updates. 

Classes that are already scheduled to be fully remote will continue as usual unless otherwise communicated by your instructor. 

Staff
Staff who are able to work remotely should coordinate with supervisors as appropriate. Staff whose work requires on-campus presence should follow supervisor guidance. 

Staying Informed

The University’s Inclement Weather Policy is available on the WNE website via the homepage banner. We will communicate any changes or reopening details through WNE Alert, email, and the University website.

Thank you for your cooperation and flexibility as we work to keep our community safe during the storm.

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Loans

An Education Worth Investing In

A student’s eligibility for a subsidized loan is based on financial need, as determined by the FAFSA. Additional financial sources may include External Scholarships, Payment Plans, Direct Plus Parent Loans, or private loans (visit ELM Select for more details).

Federal Direct Student Loans

Eligibility for a Subsidized loan is based on financial need, as determined by the FAFSA, and the interest that accrues during periods of enrollment for a subsidized loan is paid by the federal government. If a student does not qualify for a need-based Subsidized loan, he/she automatically qualifies for the same loan limit through the Unsubsidized loan; the interest that accrues during periods of enrollment for an Unsubsidized loan is added to the principle. The loan limits are $3,500 per year for freshmen, $4,500 per year for sophomores, and $5,500 per year for juniors and seniors. All students can opt to borrow up to $2,000 as an Unsubsidized loan in addition to the initial need-assessed award. The total amount that undergraduates may borrow is $31,000. The interest rate for both the subsidized and unsubsidized loans are determined by July 1 for the upcoming school year by the federal government.

Parent Loans

There are several high-quality parent loan products from which to choose, including the federal Direct PLUS Loan for parents. Private student loans using a cosigner with good to excellent credit can result in fixed and variable rates lower than the federal Direct PLUS Loan. Families are encouraged to compare attributes of any loans to pick the one that is right for them.

Visit ELM Select for more details regarding private loans. Many loan sites provide repayment calculators with various options from which to choose. These can be very helpful when deciding what type of loan and repayment is best for your family.

Plan ahead; apply early for any parent or student loans to give yourself time to resolve any issues.

Payment Plans

Families should consider what they can afford to pay out of pocket prior to borrowing the remaining educational costs. This helps minimize the debt burden on students and parents. The University offers a payment plan that consists of 5 monthly payments per semester.

Contact Information

Enrollment Services
1215 Wilbraham Road
Springfield, MA 01119

413-782-3111 Phone
413-796-2081 Fax
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