Verification

The review and verification of a student's application for financial aid is required by law.  When income documents are compared to reported FAFSA information, changes to the student's eligibility for financial aid awards may result.  Families should complete the FAFSA carefully.

Radford University began participation in the U.S. Department of Education's Quality Assurance Program with the 2000-2001 academic year.

The review of particular items, such as estimated tax information, number in household/college, etc., will be requested and reviewed throughout the year.  Parents and students must return the items requested within 30 days.  If requested items are not received within 30 days, financial aid awards will be canceled.

It is very important to report accurate information on the FAFSA.  Keep copies of all tax documents submitted to the IRS.  If matches do not occur, you will be asked to submit appropriate documents to the Financial Aid Office.

Important things to remember:

• When completing forms, complete all information accurately and legibly.  Make sure that all signatures are included on the form.
• Read directions carefully and follow them.
• If you are filing your FAFSA based on estimated income, be prepared to submit copies of tax forms later to the Financial Aid Office.
• If tax returns are requested, make sure that all pages (including schedules) of the tax return are sent to the Financial Aid Office.
• Answer all requests for information immediately.

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Verification

What causes processing delays?

Financial Aid publications, applications, and forms on line