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The Money-Back Guarantee (MBG) Program is a tuition refund initiative established in Florida law (s. 1011.803, F.S.). It requires Florida College System institutions to refund the cost of tuition to eligible students who are not able to find a job in the field in which they were trained within six (6) months of successfully completing select workforce education programs (Florida Statute 1011.803).

At Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC), MBG applies to specific eligible workforce programs listed on this page. Enrollment in an eligible program constitutes enrollment in the MBG Program.

LSSC’s MBG Program currently applies to the following programs:

• Associate in Science in Computer Information Technology (CIP 1511010307) – Effective Fall 2026
• Associate in Science in Criminal Justice (CIP 1743010302) – Effective Fall 2026
• Associate in Science in Engineering Technology (CIP 1615000001) – Effective Fall 2026
• Associate in Science in Nursing (CIP 1351380100)
• Associate in Science in Respiratory Care (CIP 1351090800) – Effective Fall 2026
• College Credit Certificate in Medical Information Coding and Billing (CIP 0351071404)

Students who are enrolled in one of these qualifying programs are automatically considered participants in the MBG Program and do not need to complete a separate application to join.

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Program Eligibility Requirements

1. Student Attendance & Program Performance
   • Students must be continuously enrolled full-time (as defined by the program) throughout the program and meet the enrollment verification standards each term (per the LSSC Catalog).
   • Students must complete all required and recommended courses, earning a grade of C or better in all coursework. Students receiving a W, D, F, or I grade are not eligible.
   • Students must remain in good standing throughout the duration of the program, including not having an academic integrity violation or student code of conduct, disciplinary record, or sanctions. In addition, the student must pass all licensure exams associated with the program.
   • To ensure industry readiness and professional employability, all students enrolled in the Medical Information Coding and Billing College Credit Certificate must successfully earn either the AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or the AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential. Achieving one of these industry-standard certifications is essential for securing a medical coding role in the current healthcare workforce.
2. Career Development Attendance and Planning Requirements
   • Students must complete the Self-Paced Canvas MBG Module from the LSSC Office of Career Development and provide verifiable documentation of attendance at a minimum of one Career Development event (such as career fairs, career days, or other career events) or workshop while enrolled.
   • Students must provide verifiable documentation as evidence of the creation of and adherence to a career plan in conjunction with an LSSC Career Development staff member. Students must provide evidence of the career plan.
3. Participation in Internship or Work-Study Programs
   • As applicable, the student must provide verifiable documentation of satisfactory participation in an internship or work-study program related to the degree for which the guarantee is being considered.
4. Job Search Documentation & Career Planning
   • Students must be legally eligible for employment within the U.S. and must not have a criminal background that prevents employment within the career field.
   • Students must provide verifiable documentation that they have registered with Employ Florida and worked with their local Career Source office to search for employment in the field of interest.
   • Students must demonstrate through verifiable documentation that they have been actively searching for in-field employment for at least 6 months from the date of program completion. This search must include the verifiable submission of at least 25 applications that are related to the field of study. The student must provide evidence of completing at least 10 good faith interviews for jobs related to their program of study (e.g., documents such as an email or letter of invitation to interview, confirmation of non-selection etc.).
   • Students must understand that an offer of employment in the field of study is considered securing a job, even if the graduate chooses not to accept the position.
5. Financial & Other Standing
   • Students must be in good financial standing with the college.
   • Students must be legally eligible for employment in the U.S.; if a criminal background or other barrier disqualifies employment in the field, the student is not eligible.
   • Where applicable, students must pass required background checks or drug screening required by employers.
   • Students cannot be enrolled in a stackable program or continuing coursework in an advanced degree.
6. Application Timing & Other Administrative Requirements
   • Students in qualifying programs are automatically enrolled in the MBG Program.
   • Apply for the MBG refund no later than 240 days after the eligible degree or certificate is conferred (this includes six months of job searching plus up to 60 days to apply).

Tuition Refund Process

If you meet the state-required criteria above and are unable to find in-field employment within six (6) months of completion, you may request a tuition refund under the MBG Program. Please contact our Business Office at businessoffice@lssc.edu or (352) 365-3500 with questions or to submit a request.

Refund eligibility will be verified by the Office of Career Development and the Registrar’s Office.