Things that May Affect Your Aid
Verification
Federal regulations require all institutions to confirm the accuracy of information submitted on the FAFSA. This process is called verification. Applicants are not selected for verification by the college. The student will be required to submit documentation to the Financial Aid Office based on federal regulations the college must follow to complete the verification process. The documents will normally include:
- Signed Verification Worksheet
- Federal Tax Return Transcript
*
- - Dependent student; student and parents tax transcript
- - Independent: student, and spouse if applicable.
* If you do not have a copy of your tax return transcript, you can request a tax return transcript and W2 transcript by: - Calling 1-800-829-1040 and request a transcript using the IRS automated system.
- By accessing the IRS Website: https://sa2.www4.irs.gov/irfof-tra/start.do
Make sure to choose "Return Transcript"
Select Option 2 (Personal Tax Account)
Select Option 2 (Personal Tax Account)
Enter your Taxpayer ID Number (SSN, ITIN, or EIN).
Verify SSN, ITIN, or EIN; Press 1
Select Option 3 (Transcripts)
Enter the Numbers in your street address
Select Option 2 (Transcript of Tax return)
Enter the year of the Return you are requesting (2010, 2011)
It may be necessary for the student to submit additional documentation in order for the verification process to be completed. The Financial Aid Office will notify the student if this additional documentation is needed. The student must submit this documentation promptly to prevent delays in completing the verification process. Delays in the verification process will cause delays in the student's aid being disbursed.
Changes in the student's eligibility and aid awarded may occur if any discrepancies are found between the initial FAFSA and verification documents.
Verification Document Links
2012 – 2013
| Dependent Students | Independent Students |
|---|---|
 2012-2013 Dependent Verification Worksheet |
2012-2013 Independent Verification Worksheet |
2013 – 2014
Note to Students: Verification for 2013-14 has changed. Each verification group below is different based on verification items chosen by the Department of Education for individual students. Please make sure you are choosing the correct worksheet by referring to your Need Requirements Letter you received, your BannerWeb Account or by contacting the Financial Aid office.