Disbursement Process

Disbursement of financial aid funds are handled through the A&M-Commerce loan office located on the first floor of the Halladay Student Services Bldg.

Difference checks
When a student accepts financial aid, money owed to the university is taken out of their award (exception FWS). If a student has a greater financial aid award than their debt to the university, they will have a difference check. If a student has a smaller award than their debt to the university, the student is responsible for paying the remaining balance. Picture I.D. is required when picking up a difference check; however, to facilitate payment and delivery of funds, students may request their difference checks be mailed or even sign up for Direct Deposit.

Loan Disbursements
All loan funds are disbursed in two installments. If the borrower has a Fall/Spring loan, the borrower will receive one disbursement in the Fall and the other during the Spring. If the student has a one semester only loan, they will receive one disbursement toward the beginning of the semester and the other about midway through. FIRST TIME BORROWERS/FIRST TIME FRESHMEN MUST WAIT 30 DAYS AFTER FIRST CLASS DAY TO RECEIVE PROCEEDS FROM THEIR FIRST LOAN DISBURSEMENT.

Questions? Contact our financial aid office (903) 886-5096 or our loan office (903) 886-5051

Texas A&M University–Commerce
Financial Aid Office
Commerce, TX 75429-3011
(903) 886-5096

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