2008  Summer Funding DO's and DON'Ts

DO:

·         Submit all required documents and forms by the deadline – March 31, 2008  (2008 Summer Funding Application, General Student Information Form, Current Resume, and photocopies of  the 2008-2009 Student Aid Report (SAR) PDF Version) with an EFC# and 2008-2009 Student Eligibility Notice (SEN) or a Statement of Degree Candidacy (if you are a senior graduating in August 2008)

·         Keep a copy of all information submitted (a soft copy can be made by saving the forms on your account or disk)

·         Complete all questions on each form that pertain to you

·         Follow-up on your application status

·         Check your e-mail account for funding information

·         File your FAFSA, preferably on line (www.fafsa.ed.gov), by March 1, 2008 to ensure you receive an EFC# (which appears on the to right corner of your SAR)

·         Meet with your Student Development Specialist or Professional Development Program Participant to review your application packet (make sure you bring your disk)

·         Keep EOP informed of any changes (e.g. change in request, address, residence accommodations, etc.)

·         Attend all recommended EOP supportive services

·         Complete your Support Services Agreement Form - Summer 2008 (this form must be completed every term)

·         Please type your application and save all forms on a disk

DON'T:

·         Submit original copies of your Student Aid Report ( SAR) and Student Eligibility Notice ( SEN)

·         Submit tax documents

·         Wait until the due date to complete your application packet

·         Add/Drop courses or change residential accommodations without informing EOP (this can revoke your funding)