Special Circumstance Appeal Form

For more information and eligibility references visit our Special Circumstance site.

Dependent Student

A Dependent student is considered "Dependent" if he/she was REQUIRED to provide parental data on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Fall 2021 - Summer 2022 electronic form (assistance) Attachment Required * PDF versions of this form are available upon request

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Independent Student

An Independent student is considered "Independent" if he/she was NOT REQUIRED to provide parental data on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Fall 2021 - Summer 2022 electronic form (assistance) Attachment Required * PDF versions of this form are available upon request

Dependent Student

A Dependent student is considered "Dependent" if he/she was REQUIRED to provide parental data on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Fall 2022 - Summer 2023 electronic form (assistance) Attachment Required * PDF versions of this form are available upon request

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Independent Student

An Independent student is considered "Independent" if he/she was NOT REQUIRED to provide parental data on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Fall 2022 - Summer 2023 electronic form (assistance) Attachment Required * PDF versions of this form are available upon request

Note: Documents may be faxed, mailed, or brought in during office hours. Contact a financial aid counselor for help completing any form. The student's name and University ID number should be clearly written on every document submitted, including student and parent tax returns.