Financial Aid Suspension Appeal Process
Federal regulations provide for hardship waivers based on the death of a relative, personal injury, illness (self and family), or other extenuating circumstances that prevent the student from making progress.
Students must complete a Financial Aid Services Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal packet and a narrative explaining the circumstance(s) that prevented SAP and attach supporting documentation such as
- A death certificate.
- A letter from a doctor on official letterhead.
- Police records or court documents.
- Other verifiable documents that support the student’s claim.
In addition, students must also provide a statement indicating what provisions have been made to ensure the circumstance(s), if any, will not recur or interfere with future academic progress. A signed copy of an up-to-date degree plan along with a degree plan summary sheet must also be submitted to the Financial Aid Services Office. Students may not appeal for the same reason twice.