My Financial Situation has Changed. How can I get my Financial Aid re-evaluated?
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If your financial situation has changed and the FAFSA does not accurately reflect your current circumstances, you may request a Special/Unusual Circumstance Appeal so that your federal aid eligibility can be re-evaluated.
How to Request a Re-Evaluation (Special Circumstance Appeal): https://morehouse.edu/aid/financial-aid/special-circumstances-appeals
- Determine if you qualify
- Identify whether your situation qualifies under “special circumstances” (e.g., job loss, reduction in income, increased medical expenses) or “unusual circumstances” (e.g., dependency status changes) as described by Morehouse.
- Submit the appeal form
- Complete the Special/Unusual Circumstance Appeal web form using the link provided above.
- Upload supporting documentation
- Provide documentation that supports your case (for example, letters, legal orders, termination notices, medical bills, or statements
- Review & decision time line.
- The Office of Financial Aid will review your materials. You should receive a decision (and, if approved, adjustments to your aid) by 60 days after enrollment.
- Understand limitations and obligations
- Submitting an appeal does not guarantee any adjustment to your aid or dependency status.
- Even while your appeal is under review, any outstanding charges must be paid by the payment deadline.
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