Professional study
Special circumstances
Financial aid eligibility decisions are made using federal, state and institutional regulations and policies. Students may appeal their calculated contribution if special circumstances warrant a review. Reasons for an appeal might include one of the following documented unusual circumstances:
- Loss or reduction of employment earnings.
- Disability or death of parent or spouse.
- Separation or divorce.
- Loss or reduction of untaxed income.
- Losses due to a natural disaster.
- Unusually high educational program costs.
- Unusual medical expenses.
- Dependent and child care expenses.
Any financial aid staff member can advise a student about the procedures on how to file an appeal.