We encourage the use of this technology as it offers quicker results, easier access to current status, and gives the family an estimate of the family contribution. Continuing students may also file a Renewal Application on the Web at the site above. The renewal form allows students to update certain data elements instead of completing an entire application. When completing the renewal process, students must use their PIN number provided to them by the federal government. All students and parents have the option of requesting a PIN number which will serve as an electronic signature.
Inaccurate information can result in time-consuming corrections.
Students and parents should always make an extra copy of their federal tax return in case they are required for verification purposes by the Financial Aid Office. Applications submitted after March 15 may be too late for many aid programs. The SAR reports to the student the information processed by the Federal Student Aid Programs. The student may also make corrections on the paper form and mail it to the address indicated on the form. However, this process is more lengthy.