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Verification Frequently Asked Questions

Was I selected for Verification?

  • Student Aid Report (SAR) – Students receive a Student Aid Report from the Dept. of Education after submitting their FAFSA. This shows whether or not they are selected.
  • Financial Aid Portal – Students can view a full list of financial aid requirements after valid FAFSA has been received by UMW.
  • UMW Email– Students with unsatisfied requirements receive monthly emails from Financial Aid Office.

Why are students selected for Verification?

  • FAFSA randomly chosen by Dept. of Education
  • FAFSA  incomplete
  • FAFSA contains estimated information

 

What do I have to submit and where do I send it?

  • View your requirements through the Financial Aid Portal
  • Possible documentation:  Verification Worksheet, tax information from the IRS, and copies of W2s or other wage statements, etc.
  • Submit items via our document upload or by fax to (540)654-1858.

HELPFUL TIP: The Office of Financial Aid is not able to accept copies of tax returns to satisfy tax requirements.  You must order and submit a Tax Return Transcript.

What happens once I submit my documents?

  • Continue to check the status through your Financial Aid Portal
  • When we receive your documents, the status changes to “Received but not Reviewed.”
  • When Verification is complete, your document status changes to “Received and Reviewed”.

HELPFUL TIP: It is common for your Financial Aid Officer to request additional documents during this process. Please be sure to also monitor your UMW email account.

What if I don’t complete the Verification process?

  • The verification process is a federal regulation
  • In order for a student to receive financial aid, as well as any state or institutional need-based aid, this process must be complete.
  • If you do not plan to complete this process or receive financial aid, please contact the Office of Financial Aid office so we can update your status.

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