When Applying for Financial Aid Plan ahead. Stay in touch. Respond promptly to any correspondence you receive from the Office of Student Financial Aid, and keep a record of all correspondence. Complete forms carefully.
Mistakes can cause delays.
Make sure that all information is accurate and that your name and Social Security number appear on all application documents. Sign in all of the right places and fill in all of the blanks. Write down with whom you spoke and when. Keep good records. Save copies of forms, correspondence, and any other financial aid information.