If you are a first time filer, a few weeks after you receive the SAR you will receive a document giving you a PIN Number. You will also need it to file electronically in future years. Verification is a process required by the Federal Government and involves selecting applications for review to ensure accurate information is provided. Illinois State University is a Quality Assurance school. Even though your SAR may tell you your file is selected for verification, we make the determination and will notify you in writing if you are required to complete the verification process.
Aid is available in the form of grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans.
You must sign and return one copy of the award letter to our office. Student loans are available to students who meet eligibility criteria. You may want to visit the Department of Education Direct Loan WEB site for additional information on Direct Loans, or visit the Federal Direct Loan section of the Student Guide for 2001-2002 . You may also want to visit the Federal Direct PLUS Loan section of the Student Guide for 2001-2002 . Depending on the type of loan you have, it might be sooner than you think.