My financial situation has changed. What can I do to see if I qualify for more financial assistance?

Financial Assistance Options for Changes in Your Financial Situation

If your financial situation has changed, the Financial Aid Office may be able to review your circumstances and determine whether you qualify for additional financial assistance.

Special Circumstances Review

The Financial Aid Office can evaluate special circumstances on a case-by-case basis when changes in your financial situation may affect your financial need.

Examples of situations that may be considered include:

• Loss of income due to a layoff
• Disability
• Divorce
• Separation
• Loss of untaxed benefits
• Other significant financial changes
   

How to Request a Review

To begin the process:

1. Visit the Financial Aid Office.
2. Meet with a Financial Aid Specialist.
3. Obtain a Recalculation Form and a checklist of required documentation.
4. Submit all requested forms and supporting documents.

Requests are reviewed in the order they are received once all required documentation has been submitted.
 

Review and Processing Timeline

If the professional judgment review is approved:

• The Financial Aid Specialist will submit the necessary FAFSA recalculation corrections.
• The updated information will be processed by the Department of Education.
• The process typically takes 10 business days to complete.

Cost of Attendance (COA) Adjustments

Students may also request a Cost of Attendance (COA) Adjustment through the Budget Appeal process.
 

Eligibility

A COA adjustment may be considered only when:

• School-related expenses exceed your current Cost of Attendance (COA)
   

Important Information

• Requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• Supporting documentation is required.
• Students and/or parents should speak with a Financial Aid Coordinator or Director for assistance with this type of request.

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