General Info for Returning Students

The Financial Aid Office requires returning undergraduate students to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the Verification Statement, and to provide prior year Federal Income Tax Returns and W-2 earning statements. All required financial aid documents are due by April 15 for returning students. If you do not complete your paperwork by the deadline, we cannot guarantee renewal of need-based University sponsored grants or some federal funds.

  • The Returning Undergraduate Application must also be submitted by April 15.
  • Undergraduate Students are required to provide a signed copy of their previous year's Federal Income Tax Return and all W-2 earning statements by April 15.
  • Dependent Students must provide a signed copy of their PARENTS' previous year's Federal Income Tax Return and all W-2 earnings statements by April 15.
  • Independent Students who are MARRIED must also provide a signed copy of their SPOUSE'S previous year's Federal Income Tax Return and all W-2 earnings statements by April 15.
  • Be sure to sign all forms, report the student name and social security number on all paper work, and keep copies of everything for your records.

Other Financial Resources

Institutional Employment
Campus employment is not limited to the Federal Work-Study Program. Many students without FWS eligibility work in dozens of different departments on campus.
Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loan
The Direct loan program also offers an unsubsidized version for students whose financial need is met through other resources (e.g merit aid, family contribution, etc.). The interest on this low interest educational loan accrues while the student is in school. The maximum yearly limit is determined by the Department of Education.
Federal Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)
The PLUS program allows parents to borrow up to the cost of attendance minus any financial aid offered. This loan offers a fixed interest rate of 7.9% and repayment begins 60 days after full disbursement is made. Interested parents can access the application for this loan on our website. The PLUS application requires a parent signature and can be accepted by our office via mail or fax.
Alternative Loans
There are many private alternative loan options available. Please visit Related Sites for a list of links for various alternative loan opportunities.