Financial Aid Forms and Additional Info
It's important that you apply for financial aid as soon as possible to help you cover the costs of your education. The forms and links below can help you with the financial aid process, whether you are a new or returning student at Ship.
For information on colleges and universities across the country, use the "College Navigator" hosted by the National Center for Education Statistics.
Authorization to Release Information Form
If you need the Financial Aid Office to release information from your financial aid record to external individuals or agencies, complete this form and return to the Financial Aid Office.
Grade Level Adjustment Loan Worksheet
If you are an undergraduate advancing from your freshman to sophomore year or from your sophomore to junior year, you can request additional loan funds to pay for your education. Download this form and submit it to the Financial Aid Office.
Loan Change Request Form
If you need to make adjustment requests to your Direct Student Loan, Direct Parent PLUS Loan, or private alternative loan, download this form.
Raider Success Scholarship Appeal Form
To appeal the decision that you were not eligible for a Raider Success Scholarship, download this form.
Special Circumstances Form
If you or your family’s financial situation has changed significantly from what is reflected on your federal income tax return (for example, if you’ve lost a job or otherwise experienced a drop in income), you may be eligible to have your financial aid adjusted. Complete the FAFSA questions as instructed on the application (including the transfer of tax return and income information), submit your FAFSA form. Once you have received a completed financial aid offer, submit the 26-27 Special Circumstance Request form.
Note that the school's decision is final and cannot be appealed to the U.S. Department of Education.