Tip #1: Financial Aid paperwork: Be sure that you have completed all the necessary paperwork that will allow your financial aid to disburse onto your student account. This includes the promissory note and Entrance Interview for the Federal Perkins, Nursing or the Federal Direct Loans, the Student Directive for the Washington State Need Grant if you haven't completed one in a prior year, the Verification Worksheet and federal tax returns if selected for verification, and your university Payment Contract. Be sure to update your FAFSA information if you filed with estimated income information. Failure to complete all required processes will prevent your aid from going on to your account.
Tip #2: Spring Semester Employment: Open positions for spring semester are posted on the Student Employment website by clicking on JobX. You can apply on-line for posted positions. New students should also bring to campus photo identification necessary to complete the INS I-9 form so you can begin working as soon as possible. State Work Study funds for off-campus employers are still available for eligible Washington residents. If you have questions about work study eligibility contact the Financial Aid Office.
Tip #3: Borrow movies from the PLU Library. It is free and you can have a "night in" with your friends.
Tip #4: Take advantage of PLU's commute smart program with the ORCA card. See Commute Smart.
Tip #5: Buy used books or utilize textbook rental options.