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Reduction-Cancellation of Athletic Aid

Reductions or cancelation of athletically related aid during the period of the award may only occur if the student athlete:

  • renders herself/himself ineligible for competition;

  • fraudulently misrepresents any information on the letter of intent or athletic grant‐in‐aid;

  • engages in serious misconduct warranting substantial disciplinary penalty by Cumberland University; or

  • Voluntarily withdraws from a sport at any time for personal reasons.

Bylaw 15.3.4.3.3 Cumberland University may not decrease a prospective student‐athlete’s financial aid or a student‐athlete’s financial aid from the time the prospective student‐athlete or student‐athlete signs the financial aid award letter until the conclusion of the period set forth in the financial aid agreement, except under the conditions set forth in financial aid award agreement.

Other reasons for reduction/cancellation of a student-athletes athletic aid including, but not limited to:

  • Distribution of Illegal Drugs (See Page 15)

  • Third Positive Drug Test (See Page 17)

  • Attendance Policy (See Page 20)

  • Dismissal from the Team

As a student-athlete you have the right to appeal any scholarship reductions in writing within 48 hours. The appeal must be made in writing within 48 hours of notice to the Director of Athletics. Appeals will be considered by the Athletic Department Appeals Committee.