Special Circumstances Application

If you or your family has experienced a significant change in financial circumstances in the last two (2) years, you may be eligible for a special circumstances appeal. Please complete the Special Circumstances Application and attach the required documentation to have your information reviewed.

Special Circumstances may qualify for a review include, but are not limited to:

• Reduction in Earnings or Loss of Income
• Divorce or Legal Separation
• Death of Spouse/Parent
• Disability of Student/Spouse/Parent
• One-time Income Amount

Circumstances that do not qualify for review include, but are not limited to:

• Standard living expenses
• Mortgage/car payments
• Credit card or other personal debt
• Vacation expenses
• All other discretionary expenses 

The Special Circumstance review process can take up to 4 weeks (possibly longer during peak processing periods).