Students who
are selected for verification must provide documentation
supporting the information given on their FAFSA. The financial
aid counselors review your documents and correct any errors
found. We then award your financial aid after receiving a new
calculation of eligibility back from the government.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VERIFICATION
Dependent Students and their Parents:
· Federal Tax
forms for the student and parent(s) (1040,
1040 A, 1040 EZ, IRS Form 2555, etc. - Schedules are only needed
if specifically requested.)
·
Dependent Verification Worksheet
Independent
Students (and, spouse, if married)
·
Federal Tax
forms for the student and spouse if married
(1040,
1040 A, 1040 EZ, IRS Form 2555, etc. - Schedules are only needed
if specifically requested.)
·
Independent Verification Worksheet
All Students selected for Verification
If requested,
the following documents or verification of income/expenses must
also be provided:
·
Proof of child
support received or paid
·
Proof of untaxed
pensions, IRA/Keogh, or 401(k) plans
·
Proof of retirement or disability benefits
·
AFDC, ADC, or
other welfare benefits
·
Workers'
compensation received
· Social Security
1099 or a Social Security letter showing income received.
·
Veteran's
Non-educational benefits (Death Pension or DIC)
· Affidavit (for
Independent student or parent of dependent student)
· Federal Tax return schedules or W2
forms
· Other
documentation necessary to substantiate the accuracy of the
information provided on your application.
