Helpful Hints When Applying for Financial Aid
- Apply early - funds are limited. Submit all documentation on or before the deadlines whether or not you have been accepted for admission.
- Apply online. Whenever possible, Southwestern recommends that you take advantage of the convenience of online applications for the FAFSA form and the Application for Financial Aid. These forms are required, and by using the online application, you can shave weeks off the turn-around time for completion of your file.
- Read and follow all instructions carefully as each application or document is completed.
- Keep a copy of everything submitted as part of your application process.
- If you need to document that you mailed a form for deadline compliance, request a Certificate of Mailing form the Post Office rather than sending documents by Certified Mail. This less expensive means of verifying a date of mailing is just as valid.
- Respond to all inquiries and requests for additional information as quickly as possible.
- Print your name and Student Identification Number on all documents submitted.
- Reapply for financial aid every academic year by the appropriate deadlines.
- Review your credit report.
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