To request an advance check*, the following is required:
All advances should be submitted two weeks prior to the event;
For travel advances:
Submit advance request form (available at the Business Office, E 1601) with your voucher;
Include name and social security number of the individual/s or traveling;
Attach documentation to support the request (e.g. brochure describing the conference and cost; copy of bus, train or plane ticket etc.);
Clear advance within 7 working days of your return by submitting original receipts, train ticket stubs or boarding pass to the business office; and
Deposit any unused portion of the advance back into the account at the Bursar's Office using Deposit slip (A copy of the Deposit slip must be taken to
the College Association Office, TH 214 and the Business Office, E 1601).
For non-travel advances:
Attach estimated invoice to advance request form;
Attach a stamped flyer of the event (if applicable);
Account for advance within 7 working days of the receipt of the check; and
Submit all receipts to the Business Office, E 1601 within 7 days (retain copies of your receipts for your files).
* A student may request an advance for up to $500, however only $250 can be used to purchase from a single vendor. In addition, travel advances
over $500 require a quote from the vendor, and Power of attorney is required if the individual requesting the advance is an employee of Hunter College.