Student Financial Responsibilty Agreement
At Centralia College, 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.
All Washington State Community and Technical Colleges are requiring students to acknowledge responsibility for any unpaid balances. 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. Centralia College is here to support you and ensure you have all the information you need to make informed decisions about your education.
Who needs to complete the SFRA?
Most students enrolling in courses that charge tuition/fees will be required to complete the SFRA before their first registration for the year.
Student who are younger than 18 years old at the time of registration and students who are only taking Continuing Education (non-credit) classes are exempt from completing the agreement.
What is the SFRA and how do I complete it?
The SFRA is an important agreement that outlines financial obligations and responsibilities for attendance at Centralia College.
To complete the SFRA, login to Student Portal/Okta and click ctcLink in the My Apps – CC Apps section. You will find the SFRA under the Holds section.
The SFRA may also be provided to you electronically or via paper if requested.
The SFRA must be completed once per year (summer through spring) or if changes to the current agreement are required.
If your status requires completion 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. This also covers any changes in funding that may result in a balance.
The SFRA Hold will take effect the first time you register during the year (summer to the following spring). Completion of the SFRA will allow you to register for that quarter and future quarters during that year.
If you are completing the SFRA in ctcLink, the hold will be removed immediately. If you are completing an alternative form of the SFRA (electronically or via paper), the college registration office will release your hold within 2 business days.
You will find a copy of the SFRA in the ctcLink Tasks menu. After signing it, you will be able to go back and review it.
To view the SFRA in another language, login to Student Portal/Okta and click ctcLink in the My Apps – CC Apps section. You will find the SFRA under the Holds section. After opening the SFRA, it can be translated using the following browsers:
Using Google Chrome
- Right-click anywhere on the webpage.
- Select "Translate to [your language]".
- If your preferred language isn't displayed, click the three dots in the top-right corner of the translation bar and select "Choose another language."
Using Microsoft Edge
- Right-click on the page and select "Translate to [your language]".
- Use the translation pop-up to switch to a different language if needed.
On Mobile Browsers
- In Chrome or Edge, tap the three-dot menu, choose "Translate", and select your language.
Contact
Welcome Desk (TransAlta Commons, first floor)
outreachcc@centralia.edu
360-736-9391