Refund Disbursement:

Students with a credit balance (displayed as a negative number) must  submit a Refund Request Form (located on the sidebar) to the Student Business Office. All request are processed in the order in which they are received. Please allow 2-3 weeks for receipt of your refund.

 Regulations:

• Students must drop their class by the refund deadline in order to be reimbursed. 
• Refunds will NOT be authorized for drops or withdrawals occurring after the deadline date.
• If you paid your fees by credit card, your refund will go back to your original credit card that was used. If you paid with cash or check, a refund check will be mailed to you.
• A refund for dropped courses will be charged a $10 administrative fee.

 

I just received a letter from VCCCD advising me of outstanding fees owed and that I had 30 days to pay the outstanding balance, or my account would be sent to the Franchise Tax Board (FTB). Why did I get this letter?

The letter was to formally notify you of amounts owed to VCCCD, and that VCCCD is participating in the California Community Colleges, Chancellor's Office Tax Offset Program (COTOP).

COTOP is a program that provides VCCCD with a method of collecting Accounts Receivable balances for student financial aid and non-financial aid obligations. Past due accounts will be submitted by VCCCD to COTOP for a tax offset (via an intercept by the FTB of any tax refunds, lottery winnings, unclaimed property, that might be owed to you).

Prior to submitting an account to COTOP for tax offset, VCCCD must send out a “due process” collection letter informing the debtor that an offset will occur unless payment is made or that information is received showing the debt to be in error. The letter is sent to the student’s last known address at least 30 days before the debtor data is submitted to the State Chancellor’s Office. This is to allow the debtor time to question the debt and/or pay the college before the tax offset process begins through the Franchise Tax Board.

What type of student obligations can VCCCD submit for tax offset?

Non-resident tuition; enrollment fees; library fines; library replacement material charges; parking fees; parking fines (limited to those fines submitted within 3 years of being incurred); personal checks returned for non-sufficient funds; returned check service charges; child care charges; instructional equipment breakage/replacement charges; health fees; transcript fees; foreign student insurance charges; dental health center charges; community services fees; lost key charges; transportation charges/fees; audit fees; contract class charges; instructional material fee; damage to campus facilities/equipment charges; student representation fee, student center fee; campus financial aid funds, and the Board of Governors Enrollment Fee Waivers (BOGFW) for which the student was not eligible. 
 

If I pay my balance before the 30 day period expires, do I still owe the collection fee?

No. You can avoid the collection fee if you voluntarily pay the amounts owed within 30 days of the date of the letter that you received.

I don’t understand why I owe these fees. Who can help me?

Please contact the Student Business Office at the college listed on the 30-day letter for more information and an explanation of the fees shown. If the amount said to be owed is in error, the offset will be withdrawn or the amount will be corrected.

The information listed below is offered as a guide for students and not intended to provide professional tax advice.

https://www.vcccd.edu/students/1098-t

If you have questions or need further assistance please contact your tax advisor or the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) at https://www.irs.gov/

Any posters, flyers, or other materials which advertise instruction programs, student activities, or any other events that can be clearly identified as having sponsorship from the hosting college may be circulated and posted without bearing the "approved for posting" stamp.
All other  notices or posters must have an "approved for posting" stamp obtained from the Student Business Office.

• Postings should be placed in a designated area.
• You must provide your own tacks, tape (blue painter's tape only) or staplers and staples. 

 

Photo ID card is based on academic year; a year ID is valid for Fall, Spring and Summer; a semester ID is valid for Fall only or Spring and Summer.

Student ID card may be purchased through your student portal when registering for classes.

Beginning Fall 2020 students who purchase I.D.'s will have the option of creating a digital I.D. 

FALL 2021 UPDATE: The Student Activities Office will open this fall to print IDs in person, though they will continue with the option of having cards mailed to students.

Students can find additional information on the Student Activity Office web page.

The Student Business Office will no longer be a VISTA bus service sales location. 

The "Free College Ride Program" allows students to get around Ventura County FREE of charge on public transportation with a current student ID.

Students must...

• Purchase a Moorpark College Student ID card.
• Must provide proof of enrollment to Student Business Office staff when purchasing Student ID
• Must provide proof of purchase to Student Activity Center staff.

Free College Ride Program Participants

VISTA

Camarillo Area Transit

Gold Coast Transit District

Moorpark City Transit

Simi Valley Transit

Thousand Oaks Transit

Kanan Shuttle

Valley Express

Ojai Trolley

 

 

 

Community Mental Health Resources 

In the case of a student (or anyone's) mental health concern or emergency, here are some valuable community resources. If you access this on your phone, you could just cut and paste the numbers or websites into a text or email to someone. 

 

Numbers/links to share:

Suicide Hotline: 800.273.TALK (8255)

• Video Relay Service
• Voice/Caption Phone
• TTY 800.799.4889. (For Deaf/Hard of Hearing Students)

Veterans Suicide Hotline: 800.273.8255 (press 1)

• 24/7

Trevor Lifeline~LGBTQ+: 866.488.7386

• 24/7

Crisis Textline: 741741

• 24/7 via text.
• Volunteers text back quickly. 
• They will make appropriate referrals.

Ventura County Crisis and Referral: 866.998.2243

Ventura County Warmline

• This website easy-to-access resources right on the “homepage”.

Wellness Everyday

• Lots age group-specific and LGBTQ community resources LA County Department of Mental Health

LA County Department of Mental Health

Medical care by physician/nurse practitioners/nurses for care of acute illnesses and injuries, program physicals, immunizations, and lab work.  We offer Family Pact Services providing free sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment, birth control options, exams, and education.

A team comprised of Psychologist, Marriage Family Therapist, and trainees provides mental Health Counseling. Counseling is short term, up to 6 visits per semester. Counseling is available for

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Drug and Alcohol Use Issues
• Grief
• Isolation
• Partner Violence
• Relationship Difficulties
• Social Injustice/Micro-Aggression
• Stress Management
• Other Concerns

We offer Mindfulness Training – learn to develop greater mental attention, focus, concentration and emotional balance. Take a screening if you are concerned about a drug/alcohol problem or mental health condition. Find resources for food and homelessness, as well as other health and wellness resources. Also don’t forget to check out “Wellness Central”.

Fall and Spring: 

M/Th 8-5 pm

T/W 8-6 pm 

F 8-12 noon

The Student Health Center will be closed when classes are not in session.

Telehealth

Most of our medical and mental health services will be via telehealth (either by Zoom or phone)

On-Campus

Administration Building, Rm. 111

Some in-person services will be available on campus at the Student Health Center.

To schedule an appointment for medical care or mental health counseling, call 805.378.1413.

Once you have scheduled your appointment:

• Register at the Student Health Portal.
• Forms for your appointment will be sent to you via the Student Health Portal under “My Forms”.
• You are required to complete all forms by the day before your appointment.
• You may also receive or send secure messages to our health center staff through the secure messaging feature.
•  It will be important to check your portal the day prior to your appointment to ensure you have completed all consents and forms required before your appointment.
• Should you have trouble with the Student Health Portal please contact the Student Health Center, 805.378.1413, during business hours.

Appointments will be canceled and you will need to reschedule if forms are not completed.

Please arrive on time for your appointments. Missed appointments reduce our capacity to provide services to other students. If you are unable to keep your appointment, and to avoid the $10.00 late/no show fee, please call to cancel or reschedule as far in advance as possible, preferably 24 hours.

Same day cancellations or a no- show counseling session will count against your session limit for that semester.

Repeated cancellations or missed appointments may result in the termination of services.

(805) 378-1413

MCSHC@vcccd.edu

MC Student Health Center Policy on Privacy

Moorpark College Financial Aid is open and here to meet all student needs.  We recommend you regularly check your MyVCCCD student portal for updates or changes to your financial aid.

We offer programs and services to help meet some of your educational costs. Financial aid applications are accepted throughout the academic year but we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

The Financial Aid Office is comprised of dedicated financial aid professionals committed to serving students and provide them information to secure the necessary financial resources to meet their educational objectives. Financial aid awards are subject to availability of funds, eligibility for funds, enrollment status and financial need.

• Provide student centered service, information, and identify financing options to students seeking financial assistance

• Maintain efforts to minimize the student loan default rate

• Identify, outreach to, and increase both financial aid participation and student access to locally defined un-served,  under-served, and DI student populations

• Increase awareness on campus and at local high schools of financial aid

Students learning outcomes:

• Students who attend an application assistance session will be able to identify financial aid resources for which they may qualify, know the importance of applying early, learn how to complete & submit applications, and meet deadlines.

• Students who complete online SAP counseling session will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Satisfactory Academic Progress "SAP" standards for maintaining financial aid eligibility and apply that knowledge to their academic situation and/or circumstances.

• Students who take out a loan will gain understanding of the requirements, rights and responsibilities, and repayment obligations associated with acquiring a federal student loan.

Join our Financial Aid Canvas page  for up to date information regarding financial aid.

The Board of Governors of the California Community College system offers a fee waiver program for low-income residents of California that are attending a community college. The California College Promise Grant (CCPG) will waive all per-unit enrollment fees ($46 per unit) for an eligible student.  If you need money to help with books, supplies, transportation and other costs, please complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Application (for eligible AB 540 students).  It's OK to file both a CCPG and a FAFSA. We will let you know if you qualify for an automatic  FEE WAIVER.  If you do NOT qualify using the simple online application method, you should file a FAFSA.  Many, many students do not qualify under Methods A or B, but still qualify for a Method C fee waiver and additional financial aid by filing the FAFSA.

Apply now for a California College Promise Grant 

To qualify for the California College Promise Grant [CCPG] Program, you must:

         Be classified as a resident of California or be a non-California resident eligible for tuition exemption AB 540, or AB 1899 student by Admissions and Records,  and for California resident homeless youth as determined by the Financial Aid Office.

     If you have not had your California residency or eligibility status determined by the Admissions or the Registrar or homeless status determined by the Financial Aid Office, see one of those offices to obtain the determination. California College Promise Grant eligibility cannot be determined until your status       has been verified. 
 

        Meet income criteria by:

• o     Providing proof that you are receiving monthly cash assistance from TANF/CalWORKs, SSI/SSP or General Assistance (or, if a dependent student, your parent(s) receive this assistance) or
• o     Establishing that your income (or your parent's income, if you are a dependent student) was within set income standards for the CCPG or
• o     Completing a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and have remaining financial need or
• o     Being a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient (or dependent); being a dependent of a victim of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack; having certification from the California Department of Veteran Affairs or the National Guard Adjutant General; or being a dependent of a deceased law enforcement/fire suppression personnel killed in the line of duty that you are eligible for this waiver.

California College Promise Grant Program Part B

These standards are based upon the federal poverty guidelines as published each year by the US Department of Health and Human Services. Under Title 5 of the California code of Regulations, the income standards for the program equal 150% of the federal poverty guidelines for the base year.

These standards are to be used to determine Fee Waiver B eligibility.

What is the Moorpark College Promise?

• First two years free at Moorpark College!
• You can qualify, even if you're not eligible for federal financial aid!

How do I receive the Moorpark College Promise?

• Apply to Moorpark College
• Must be first year/first time student
• Submit a FAFSA or Dream Act application each year
• Add Moorpark College to your FAFSA or CADAA school code 007115
• Must be a California Resident or AB 540 Student
• Enroll full time (12+ units)

How do I receive the Moorpark College Promise in my second year?

• Complete FAFSA or Dream Act applications each year
• Add Moorpark College to your FAFSA or CADAA school code 007115
• Enroll full time (12+ units)
• Must be a California resident or AB 540 student

How do I register for classes?

• Check your VCCCD portal for registration appointment or contact Admissions and Records

Award Notifications

• Moorpark College Promise awards will be posted on your student portal after you have obtained full time enrollment and provided a financial aid application. You will receive an email notification to your my.vcccd.edu email account. You may inquire to the financial aid office if you do not see the award about your eligibility. Awards for future terms may not occur until close to term start and dependent on funding from state legislation
• Monitor your VCCCD portal weekly to be aware of any changes in your status

APPLICATION SEARCH

One application can lead to many scholarship opportunities.
To ensure your application receives full consideration, complete the application by answering as many questions as possible.  The more information you provide, the more opportunities you have to be matched to various scholarships.  Scholarship matches are based on the answers you provide on the questionnaire.  Also, on the essay that will require a personal statement, information on community service, leadership, work experience, and financial need.  You will need to provide an unofficial transcript, a letter of recommendation from a faculty member, counselor, administrator, employer, or co-worker.
The deadline to submit your online application is:
Friday, February 26, 2021 by 11:59 pm.
Don't miss out and apply today.

Scholarship Webpage

FEDERAL DIRECT LOAN INFORMATION

Moorpark College participates in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. The U.S. Department of Education is the lender for the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program.

Loans must be repaid with interest so it is important to understand your rights and responsibilities as a borrower. 

Dependent Student
Grade Level	Base Annual Amount	Additional Unsubsidized	Total Annual
1st Year	$3,500	$2,000	$5,500
2nd Year	$4,500	$2,000	$6,500
Undergraduate Aggregate Loan Limit $31,000 (no more than $23,000 may be Subsidized)
Independent Student
Grade Level	Base Annual Amount	Additional Unsubsidized	Total Annual
1st Year	$3,500	$6,000	$9,500
2nd Year	$4,500	$6,000	$10,500
Undergraduate Aggregate Loan Limit $57,500 (no more than $23,000 may be Subsidized)

Annual Interest Rates:

Annual Interest Rates are set each July 1st.

 

Loans will be processed once you have completed online loan entrance test, and Master Promissory Note, MPN at https://studentaid.gov/mpn/ . Once you've completed these steps expect an email from our office to confirm the amount you'd like to borrow or feel free to call us to discuss.

Maximum annual award for PLUS is the student's Cost of Attendance minus any resources the student has been awarded.  Plus Eligibility is contingent on approved credit which is only valid for 90 days. Do not apply prior to July 1st.  Interest is charged on Direct PLUS Loans during all periods, beginning on the date of your loan's first disbursement.  There is an origination fee.

**Please notify FA office if you are applying for Plus Loan.**

Dependent students whose parents have applied for but were unable to get a PLUS Loan may be eligible to receive additional Direct Unsubsidized Loan funds. Students must provide a copy of the PLUS credit denial to the Financial Aid Office.

Loan Exit Counseling

Federal regulations require that all student borrowers who graduate, withdraw, or drop below half time enrollment complete Loan Exit Counseling. Always notify your servicer of your current address, phone number and contact information in a timely manner.  The National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) website has the most current contact information for the Holder/Servicer of your loan(s).

Federal Subsidized Student Loan Borrowing Limitations

As of July 1, 2013, a first-time Federal Subsidized Student Loan borrower is no longer eligible for the Subsidized Student Loan program if he or she exceeds 150% of the published length necessary to graduate.

For more information view the FACT Sheet from the U.S. Department of Education.

References                                                                                                                                      

• Government Printing Office: Congressional Public Law 112-141 mandates this change.
• National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators: Limiting Subsidized Loan Eligibility to 150% of Program Length

APPLICATION SEARCH

One application can lead to many scholarship opportunities.
To ensure your application receives full consideration, complete the application by answering as many questions as possible.  The more information you provide, the more opportunities you have to be matched to various scholarships.  Scholarship matches are based on the answers you provide on the questionnaire.  Also, on the essay that will require a personal statement, information on community service, leadership, work experience, and financial need.  You will need to provide an unofficial transcript, a letter of recommendation from a faculty member, counselor, administrator, employer, or co-worker.
The deadline to submit your online application is:
Friday, February 26, 2021 by 11:59 pm.
Don't miss out and apply today.

Scholarship Webpage

•  Individual counseling sessions are 45 minutes in duration and scheduled with a specific staff clinician 
• Students are able to receive up to 6 sessions a semester. Sessions are free, confidential, and do not go on academic records  
• Counseling is provided by licensed psychologists and licensed marriage and family therapists. Sessions are also provided by advanced unlicensed psychology trainees who work under close supervision of our licensed staff. 
•  You and your clinician will discuss treatment goals, which may include referrals to long-term services or psychiatric services for more comprehensive care. 
• Couples counseling is available only if both parties are currently registered Moorpark students
• One-time sessions for problem-solving or to resolve a crisis are also available
• For a higher level of care, the SHC may refer you to community providers or providers in your private health insurance network.

Our counseling staff includes a licensed Psychologist, Marriage Family Therapists, and post- doctoral psychology fellows who are sensitive to your needs.

• Depression 

• Thoughts of suicide, death or non-suicidal self-harm

• Anxiety

• Relationship distress with an intimate partner, a family member, friend or other close interpersonal contact

• Mental health distress triggered by issues related to social injustice, racial trauma, and other forms of oppression and discrimination

• COVID-19 related mental health distress

• Alcohol and other drug/substance use/abuse 

• Prior or recent issues related to abuse and/or trauma

• Sexual assault

• Intimate Partner Violence (DV)

• Low self-esteem and self-confidence

• Disordered eating

• Human sexuality and identity development

• Mindfulness/Meditation/Coping

This is not an exhaustive list.  Call to make an appointment if you are feeling distress from any source.  We are here to help you.  (805) 378-1413

An appointment is required to access mental health counseling.

To make an appointment, contact the MC Student Health Center at (805) 378-1413.

If You Are in Crisis:
Certain situations require immediate attention. If you are having:

• suicidal feelings
• difficulty controlling the urge to hurt yourself, or anyone else, you need to deal with this NOW. (See Mental Health Emergencies.)

Mental Health Services, available during the regular academic year, are not equipped to handle 24-hour emergencies.

 

For emergencies or urgent needs outside regular business hours, the following agencies will connect you with someone who can evaluate your situation now and ensure that you are safe.

For life-threatening situations CALL 911

Ventura County Crisis Team: 1-866-998-2243 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255(TALK)

Crisis Text 741741

Suicide Hotline (VETS) 1-800-273-8255  

Trevor Project Suicide Hotline: 866.488.7386 or Visit Trevor Project Online