University Policies
The University has established a variety of regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure the proper operation of the institution and achievement of its goals. Many of these policies are located on the University's Institutional Policies page. Below you will also find information about policies specific to students that are not currently available on the Institutional Policies page. Students should read and become familiar with all University policies, as they may be held accountable for violations of any and all policies.
The Financial Aid Office is here to support you! Visit our website for key information about your financial aid, and stay updated on your current status by logging into AMOS. Simply click the Financial Aid button under the Current Students tab.
Important Reminders:
- Complete your FAFSA every year–even if you think you might not qualify for aid.
- Loans can be declined or adjusted anytime–just send us an email!
- Your academics matter! Review the SAP policy to understand how academic performance affects your financial aid.
- Enrollment status impacts aid. Please check with us before dropping any classes.
- Housing status also affects aid. Reach out to us before deciding to move on or off campus.
Have questions? Email us at finaid@moravian.edu–we're happy to help!
Fundraising and Philanthropy Collection Policy
Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) are prohibited from hosting activities using crowdfunding platforms such as GoFundMe or Facebook, or utilizing mobile wallets such as Venmo or CashApp for organization business. Additional examples include PayPal, Square, and Kickstarter. Sale proceeds, donations, or dues, may not be channeled through an individuals personal account (Venmo, PayPal, bank accounts). Use of campus names, registered trademarks, or campus/team logos in conjunction with crowdsourcing is prohibited.
The use of cash collection and Crowdchange for events in which an RSO needs to register or is selling merchandise is permitted.
- Cash donations: Work with the RSO advisor to determine the best way to collect and deposit cash.
- Credit card option: To offer credit cards as a payment option, RSOs should use Crowdchange. New users should create an account and work with the Office of Campus Life.
- Once a month, the Business Office will transfer funds into RSO campus accounts. Fraternities and sororities with access to approved financial accounts connected to a national organization should connect with the Office of Greek Life
- RSOs should submit their fundraising request by submitting their proposal through 25LIVE at least 2 weeks prior to the event. A staff member will review the request and contact the designated representatives from the RSO.
Accountability
RSOs that fail to adhere to the policy will be referred through the Student Organization Code of Conduct.
Prohibited Fundraisers
There are many appropriate ways to raise funds and goods. Examples include: hosting a 5K, hosting a sports tournament (eg: cornhole, kickball), running a t-shirt drive, selling merchandise, hosting a themed dinner, working with a non-profit to host a materials or food drive. To create a new type of fundraiser, schedule an appointment with The Center for Career & Civic Engagement or Office of Greek Life to discuss and plan the fundraiser.
Fundraisers and philanthropy events may not promote violence or harm to one's body. Furthermore, events that involve eating contests, objects or substances being thrown at, poured on, attached to, or otherwise applied to people or property are not permitted. Examples may include but are not limited to the following: pieing, pelting, dunking, painting, hair dyeing, shaving, car bashes, hot dog eating contests, etc.
In addition, no individual or group may be auctioned for "services" or a "date." The sponsor of these types of auctions has no way of knowing the motivations of the person doing the bidding and date auctions can perpetuate a dangerous attitude that "whoever pays is entitled."
In addition to this policy, RSOs must also be in compliance with the institutional Fundraising and Sales Policy.
Donation Drive Policy
RSOs interested in collecting items for community organizations should complete this Donation Drive Approval Form at least 1 week prior to the start of the collection period.
AMOS (Accessing Moravian Online Services) is the portal for accessing the University's network as well as numerous advising and registration tools. Students may access their student account (bill, payments, etc.), course schedules, unofficial transcripts, and other important information through AMOS.
Sometimes, students’ access to AMOS may be blocked for the students’ failure to meet certain administrative obligations on campus in their role as a student. Additionally, students' access to other network resources (including but not limited to the wireless network, Canvas, and applications accessed through login.moravian.edu) may also be blocked.
Many offices have the capability of installing a Hold (block) and/or Warning Indicator on a student AMOS account.
Examples include:
| Student Accounts Hold or Warning | Unpaid balance on student account Incomplete financial aid documentation |
| Health Center Hold | Incomplete new student onboarding requirement(s) |
| Registrar's Office Hold | Missing final transcript from high school (new first-year students) or previous college or university (transfer students) Failure to declare a major (after 14 course units earned towards the degree) |
| Reeves Library Hold | Failure to return library materials from previous semester |
If your access to AMOS is on Hold you will be restricted from obtaining information regarding registration, grades, and other important information. It is strongly recommended that students log on to AMOS on a daily basis to receive important information in a timely manner.
Moravian University undergraduate students, full time graduate students (9 or more credits), and International students are required to have health insurance. If you do not currently have health insurance, there is the option to enroll and purchase coverage.
Learn more by clicking here including step by step instructions on how to waive or enroll in coverage, insurance plan details, billing procedures, and more.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 and its amendments are federal laws that afford students certain rights with respect to their educational records. The University's full policy on student records can be reviewed here.