If you need to appeal your financial situation or dependency status, please review the information provided below and consider submitting an appeal. You may also contact Germanna Cares about other financial resources that may be available.
Why are Financial Aid Appeals Submitted?
Appeals can be submitted to the Financial Aid Office to provide information and supporting documentation that is not reflected on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You, your spouse (if applicable), or your parents (if parental information is provided on the FAFSA) generally must have experienced special or unusual circumstances to have grounds for an appeal.
If you submit an appeal, the Financial Aid Office will determine:
- If you have provided enough supporting documentation to make a decision on your appeal,
- If you appeal can be approved based on Federal, State, and Institutional policies,
- If your financial aid eligibility will change if your appeal is approved.
Before you submit an appeal, we encourage you to discuss your situation with a Financial Aid staff member to learn more about the options that may be available for you. Guidance can also be provided on the appropriate form to use, what information should be included in your written statement, and the type of documentation that should be included with your appeal.