Disbursements
Assuming applications were submitted prior to their respective deadlines, loans and scholarships can be viewed on your tuition bill as anticipated credits. The actual funds are disbursed to Columbia University tuition accounts 10 days before the official start of the term, determined by the program-specific Business School academic calendar.
Refunds
Those students who borrowed above the cost of tuition and fees will receive a refund towards their living expenses. Students who have entered their direct deposit information in the refund section of SSOL can expect to receive their funds 3-5 business days after the refund is processed. Those who have not will receive a paper check mailed to their local address within 7-10 business days. It is highly recommended for students to sign up for direct deposit to avoid the possibility of checks getting lost in the mail. Please make sure to update your local address on SSOL.