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What types of financial aid programs can I apply for by completing the Grinnell College Office of Student Financial Aid application process?
How do I apply for the aid programs listed in Question 1? What are the required forms?
What forms should I complete if I want to renew my merit scholarship?
How can I be certain that I will be considered for the need-based aid programs listed in Question 1?
What should I do if my parents or I file our federal tax returns with the IRS after the MARCH 1 deadline?
What must I do if no tax return will be filed?
Iowa is my state of legal residence. Am I required to apply for the Iowa Tuition Grant?
What must I do if I am participating in a Grinnell College approved Off-Campus Study (OCS) program?
After I submit all of the required information, when can I expect to hear about my eligibility for financial aid?
If I still have questions about the application process or the documents, what should I do?

How do I apply for the aid programs listed in Question 1? What are the required forms?

The following forms must be completed and returned to the Grinnell College Office of Student Financial Aid by March 1, 2009:

  • Renewal FAFSA or Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) -- Complete all sections of either form and mail directly to the federal processing center. Or, you may complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
  • Institutional Verification Form (IVF) -- The U.S. Department of Education requires a verification form. Please complete and return the enclosed IVF with all other requested documents. Do not tear this form in half.
  • Parent 2008 Federal Income Tax Return -- Submit a signed and dated copy (including all supporting schedules and W-2 forms) to the Financial Aid Office. Write the student's name, social security number, and indicate "returning student" on the top right corner of the tax return(s).
  • Student 2008 Federal Income Tax Return -- Submit a signed and dated copy (including all supporting schedules and W-2 forms) to the Financial Aid Office. If you file a 1040 TEL, be sure to sign this return.
  • Divorced/Separated Parent's Statement (D/S) -- if applicable, is completed by your non-custodial parent.
Remember to return all forms, except the Renewal FAFSA or FAFSA, to the Financial Aid Office by March 1.


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