Awards for returning students

Awarding for returning students will begin on or before June 5. Watch your WMU email for details.

New limit for Pell

Beginning July 1, 2012, students are limited to six years of Pell eligibility, or the full time equivalent of six years for those attending less than full time. See an example of how the new rule works on the Department of Education website.

What is my remaining lifetime eligibility?

In mid-July 2012, you will be able to log on to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) Student Access website using your Federal Student Aid PIN to view the amount of Pell you've used. This number, called your Lifetime Eligibility Usage percentage, or LEU, will be found on the Financial Aid Review page. If you need additional help, call Bronco Express, (269) 387-6000.

Summer applications available

Financial aid applications for summer I and II are available online. Graduates, be sure to use the grad form for summer I.

IRS data retrieval -- use it!

When filing your FAFSA online, be sure to use the IRS data retrieval tool when prompted. This tool automatically pulls in and loads your tax information into your FAFSA. Your tax information is available in 1-2 weeks after filing an e-return with the IRS; longer for paper returns. When you use this tool, you reduce the risk of inputting incorrect information, and it helps ensure your FAFSA is processed as quickly as possible. If you do NOT use the IRS data retrieval tool and your file is selected for verification, you will be required to submit an official IRS tax transcript (NOT a copy of your tax return.) To order a transcript, go online to IRS.gov or call the IRS at 1-800-908-9946. Please note: If you send in a copy of your tax return, it will be shredded to protect your personal information. We cannot use it for verification purposes.

Get all the data retrieval and tax transcript details online here.

But I haven't filed my taxes yet...

If you haven't filed your taxes, or your data isn't yet available using the IRS data retrieval tool, input the information you do have. Then, as soon as you can, go back and correct your FAFSA online, and use the IRS data retrieval tool. Your updated information will be sent to us automatically.

Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) appeals

Submit all forms and documentation -- incomplete appeals will not be processed

The Satisfactory Academic Progress policy requires students to maintain SAP in order to be eligible for financial aid. If you wish to have your eligibility for financial aid reinstated, you may submit an appeal. Need help? Get all the info about SAP appeals here.

You must submit all required documentation. We cannot process an incomplete appeal. Read the complete SAP policy for details. Questions? Call Bronco Express, (269) 387-6000.

 

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Updated: 05/23/2012 9:19 AM