What provision is made for special circumstances?
While the process of determining your financial aid eligibility is basically the same for all applicants, there is some flexibility for specific circumstances. Situations which might merit special circumstances include but are not limited to 1) unusual medical and dental expenses, 2) loss of employment or change in employment, 3) one-time income payment, or, 4) a family and financial situation where a student normally considered dependent could be considered independent. If you feel you have any special circumstances that might affect the amount you and/or your family is expected to contribute, talk with a Financial Aid Counselor before you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
While the process of determining your financial aid eligibility is basically the same for all applicants, there is some flexibility for specific circumstances. Situations that might merit special circumstances include 1) unusual medical and dental expenses, 2) income reduction or non-recurring income, and 3) a family and financial situation where a student normally considered dependent could be considered independent. If you feel you have any special circumstances that might affect the amount you and your family are expected to contribute, talk with the Director of Financial Aid after your financial aid has been processed by the U.S. Department of Education and the Financial Aid Office has received their copy electronically.
