Transfer Students

As with many new experiences, the financial aid application process may seem both complicated and overwhelming. However, if you meet the application deadlines and complete all of the required forms, you will find the entire process straightforward. The St. Lawrence University financial aid staff is available by phone, on-line, or in-person to assist you every step of the way.

Applying for financial aid is an annual process. There are many factors used in calculating eligibility for financial aid. For example, a student who doesn't qualify one year might become eligible during the next year when a sibling enrolls in college. Changes in family financial circumstances might affect your eligibility for need-based student aid each year.

To apply for need-based student financial aid from St. Lawrence University and the federal government, including St. Lawrence University Grants, Federal Pell and Supplemental Opportunity Grants, Federal Student Perkins and Direct Loans, and work-study, you will need to submit two applications. The first is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). There is no charge for submitting either form.

The second required form is either the College Scholarship Service (CSS) Profile form or the St. Lawrence University Financial Aid application.

You will need information from the following documents to complete the FAFSA and other financial aid application forms. (And, the SLU Financial Aid Office will request certain copies of some of these forms for verification purposes.)

Don't worry if you have not completed your income tax returns by the application deadlines mentioned above. All you need to do is provide your best estimates on the forms and make any corrections after the income tax forms are filed.

• The student's driver's license (if available) and social security card.
• The student's income tax returns, W-2 forms, and 1099 forms for the previous year. If the student is married, you will also need the documents for the student's spouse.
• The parents' income tax returns, W-2 forms, and 1099 forms for the previous year.
• Current bank statements and mortgage information.
• Records relating to stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and other investments.
• Documentation of non-taxable income, such as Social Security income, AFDC, and Veterans Benefits.
• Business and farm records.
• Records relating to any unusual family financial circumstances, such as medical and dental expenses not covered by health insurance, unusually high child care costs, death, divorce, and loss of employment.