What are some tips for applying for financial aid?
You must reapply for financial aid EVERY YEAR. For priority consideration you must submit your FAFSA by March 1st. You can use estimated tax figures on the FAFSA if you have not yet filed your taxes by the March 1st deadline. It is better to estimate than to miss the March 1st priority deadline, but keep in mind that if you estimate, the information you receive regarding your awards is also estimated. We may need to correct the information later and if that takes place your eligibility could change. Respond to all requests for forms or information from the Office of Student Financial Aid Services immediately. Failure to do so may affect your aid and timeliness of awards. Put your name and Social Security number on all documents that you submit. Keep a copy of all documents. Start a financial aid file now. Keep a record of all loans and disclosure statements for your records. Keep your address updated with the Office of the Registrar.
