Once you have your award letter, use the Online Cost Planner to create an estimated financial plan for your family.
Outside Resources
If you are receiving outside assistance, such as private scholarships, please notify the Solution Center in writing using the additional resources form (pdf) and provide copies of the appropriate letters. Remember to make a copy for your records.
Accepting Your Awards
The Financial Aid Award Letter lists the types and amounts of financial aid you are eligible to receive for the academic year. All financial aid awards are considered accepted unless declined by you. If you wish to decline or reduce the amount of the federal loans and/or student employment awards offered, sign in to your SiS Self Service and go to the Accept/Decline awards link. Keep in mind that some declined aid may not be reinstated.
Federal Student Loans
The Federal Direct Subsidized/Unsubsidized loan programs require first-time borrowers to complete an online Entrance Counseling and sign a Master Promissory Note (MPN).
Adjustments To Your Aid
IMPORTANT: Your enrollment, residency, grade level and housing status have a direct impact in the calculation of your financial aid award package. Any changes may result in an adjustment to your awards. Other reasons your aid may be adjusted include; additional outside aid, verification and special circumstances. It is important you notify our office as soon as possible of any changes.