Each year, the Central Processing System (CPS) will randomly select a portion of all aid applications for the verification process. The selection process is controlled by the Federal Government and is ...

Professional Judgement refers to the ability for a financial aid office to review a special or unusual circumstance a student may be experiencing and using their professional discretion to make a ...

The US Department of Education selects certain FAFSA files for a review process called verification. If your FAFSA is selected for verification, the SUNY Cortland Financial Aid Office is required to ...

Study Abroad may be within your reach. You may qualify for a variety of aid options to assist with your study abroad experience. Check out the steps and tips listed below to help you explore the ...

These forms may be requested by our office or could be optionally submitted for a reconsideration of financial aid eligibility. Carefully read the information on the form, provide all requested ...

Your eligibility for need-based financial aid has been determined according to federal government regulations and University policies governing financial aid programs. Using the information that you ...

If you’re a new student, apply for your FSA ID (Username and Password) to use when you complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) online. For students required to provide parent ...

Verification is the process used to ensure the accuracy of the information reported on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Selection for verification by the U.S. Department of ...

Please do not send worksheets, tax returns, or tax transcripts unless the information is requested from you. Copies of federal tax returns are NO LONGER ACCEPTED - please reference worksheet for ...