Steps to Financial Aid

• Complete the 2008-2009 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using completed 2007 tax information to apply for Fall 2008, Spring 2009, and Summer 2009. Using estimated taxes will slow your financial aid processing down considerably.

• List Sul Ross State University's School Code 003625 on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

• Submit all required financial aid forms and requested information to the Sul Ross State University Financial Aid Office as soon as possible. No federal or state need-based aid can be awarded untill all documents are received.

• Read and respond promptly to any information received from the Financial Aid Office.

• Request loan funds be sent to Sul Ross State University by electronic funds transfer.

• Complete Loan Counseling/Debt Management by Internet if you are applying for a student loan.

• Enroll in at least six hours each semester for which you apply for financial aid and meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

• Consult the Financial Aid Office if you are an undergraduate student planning to drop below twelve (12) hours or a graduate student planning to drop below six (6) hours.

• Keep your mailing address up-to-date with the Office of Admissions and Records.