Simplifying the financial aid application process: the FAFSA Simplification Act is an initiative by the United States Department of Education to make applying for federal student aid easier for students. When will the new FAFSA® be availabl…
This section lays out the application process in a simple, clear, and easy to understand timeline. At the University of Florida, the cornerstone of your financial aid application is your FAFSA. SFA encourages students to complete their FAFS…
“Federal Verification” is a review process, mandated by the federal government, to check the accuracy of information reported on financial aid documents submitted by students and their families. If your application is selected for verificat…
The Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships (SFA) is the financial aid office at the University of Florida. The mission of the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships is to enhance recruitment and retention of students thr…
Remember, financial aid is not renewed automatically. You must re-apply each year in order to keep your financial aid. “Financial Aid Application Help Sessions” are held every year. Students can get individual help completing the FAFSA onli…
For many students, financial aid can greatly affect their decision about whether or not to attend college, or which institution they attend. Because of its importance, the decision to apply for financial aid, and which programs to accept, s…
Cost of attendance (COA) is the average annual cost to attend a particular college or university. It includes tuition and fees, living expenses, books, supplies, and other expenses. The costs below reflect estimated expenses. Your costs may…
The late Senator Robert C. Byrd, a former West Virginia Democrat and Congress’ unofficial Constitutional scholar, believed that American primary, secondary and post-secondary students lack significant knowledge regarding the United States C…
University of Florida Student Grievance Procedure (UF Regulation 4.012) defines a grievance as a dissatisfaction occurring when a student believes that any decision, act or condition affecting them is illegal, unjust, or creates unnecessary…
Students who wish to withdraw from UF must follow UF’s official withdrawal policy. As withdrawal from UF can have important academic and financial consequences, we urge students to familiarize themselves with these policies. Withdrawing fro…