The information I have submitted in my California State University LSAMP Application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that to track the progress of the CSU-LSAMP students and to evaluate program effectiveness, CSU-LSAMP requires access to student information. The CSU-LSAMP program is required to report individual student data to the National Science Foundation including social security number, ethnicity, GPA, and enrollment status. This information is also used to study student transfer, retention, progression, and graduation. Photographs and research abstracts may also be obtained for use by the CSU-LSAMP program in program dissemination materials such as websites, newsletters, and reports. The student data are collected by the CSU-LSAMP Statewide Office at California State University, Sacramento and each of the 23 affiliated Alliance CSU campuses. I authorize release and use of personal information, as described above, to the CSU-LSAMP program. I understand that this information is to be used solely for evaluating the impact and effectiveness of the CSU-LSAMP program and that individual student data will not be released to parties other than those directly involved with the program.
Furthermore, I understand that if I am receiving financial aid from Cal State LA, and if I have no unmet need but have loans that I have accepted as part of my financial aid packet, any funds that I may receive from the LSAMP program may result in a reduction in my loans received from Financial Aid. I understand that loans must be paid back and receiving awards from this program will result in less money I will have to pay back (as long as the information that I have provided is accurate and approved by the Office of Financial Aid). Alternatively, if I am receiving financial aid from Cal State LA, and I have no unmet need and no loans as part of my financial aid package, LSAMP MAY NOT be able to provide me with any stipend for which I may be eligible. I understand that the Financial Aid Office determines whether or not I am eligible for a stipend– LSAMP does NOT control this decision. If I fall into this category, I may be eligible for other incentives.
I have read and understand all of the statements above.