Your School's Forms College Planning Calendar Frequently Asked Questions Contact Us Frequently asked questions We've been steering parents through the college-aid process for a lot of years, and every year we hear many of the same questions. Additional information about applying for federal aid is also available on this Web site.
Some schools require additional forms.
Find out if your school chose to have forms available through this Web site. When your child applies for admission, make sure he checks the box that indicates he wants to be considered for financial aid. Only the financial aid administrators have access to this legally protected information. Unless you provide written permission, no one else can see your financial information. In addition, the financial aid administrator may request that you and your child provide copies of tax returns so that the financial aid office can adjust the award package if there are any changes in your family's financial situation or the school's fees.