"Special Circumstances", such as changes in employment, loss of a benefit or other type of income, or unusual costs associated with your education, such as child care to enable you to attend school, should be brought to our attention throughout the academic year.

You may elect to inform us about your situation by downloading our "Special Circumstances" form (available below), and returning it to this office, or addressing your concerns in writing to the Director of Financial Aid.

• 2012-2013 Special Circumstances Form (Fall 2012 & Spring 2013 semesters)
• 2013-2014 Special Circumstances Form (Fall 2013 & Spring 2014 semesters)

More information regarding Special Circumstances or Unusual Family Circumstances is available from:

• The Guide to Federal Student Aid (PDF Download)
  (Search within the PDF for "Unusual Family Circumstances")
• FAME: Financial Aid Basics
  ("Special Circumstances" section)

Additional resources and information may be found on our Related Links and Resources page.