At TCC, we believe it's important for students to feel informed and empowered about
their financial responsibilities. As part of our commitment to transparency and your
success, you may be asked to review and accept the Student Financial Responsibility
Agreement (SFRA) each year.
This agreement is designed to help you understand your financial obligations when
enrolling in classes and outlines the college’s policies.
It’s a simple way for you to acknowledge your financial responsibilities and be aware
of what to expect if any issues arise. We're here to support you and ensure you have
all the information you need to make informed decisions about your education.
SFRA Q&A
Find answers to your questions about the SFRA.
Most students enrolling in courses that charge tuition/fees will be required to accept
the SFRA prior to their first registration for the year.
Some students, including those who are younger than 18-years-old and those students
who are not charged tuition, may be exempt from accepting SFRA while they are in that
status.
If you are not charged tuition due to a waiver, you may still be required to accept
the SFRA.
The SFRA is an important agreement that outlines financial obligations and responsibilities
for attendance at TCC. If required, you will accept the SFRA in ctcLink by selecting
the “Tasks” tile, and then selecting "Holds." The SFRA may also be provided to you
via paper at Building 7 Enrollment Services and at the Building 14 Cashier's Office.
The SFRA must be accepted once per year (summer through spring), or if changes to
the current agreement are mandated.
If your status requires acceptance of the SFRA, you must review and accept it annually
to register for classes.
Each student is responsible for their account and unpaid balances, especially if a
third-party payer does not cover the full amount. It is important to be aware of this
and understand the terms outlined in the SFRA.
It's important to know that if you're receiving financial aid or other funding, there
may be some charges on your account that aren't covered fully. For example, your student
account might include things like library book fines or lost equipment fees. In these
cases, you are responsible for those extra charges. Also, if there happens to be a
balance on your account due to changes in your funding situation, you will be responsible
for that amount.
The SFRA hold will take effect the first time you register during the year (summer
– the following spring). Acceptance of the SFRA hold will allow you to register for
that quarter and future quarters during that year.
If you are accepting the SFRA in ctcLink, the hold will be removed immediately. If
you are accepting an alternative form of the SFRA (electronically or via paper), the
college will release your hold.
You will find a copy of the SFRA in ctcLink self-service Tasks menu. Click on "Completed
Agreements." After accepting it, you will be able to go back and review it. You can
also see a copy of the SFRA here.
Please contact sfs@tacomacc.edu if you have any questions regarding the SFRA.
