Verification
Verification is a process required by the U.S. Department of Education to confirm the accuracy of information submitted via the FAFSA. Florida National University does not select students for verification; selection is made entirely by the Department. However, institutions are responsible for resolving any conflicting information. It is defined as any discrepancy between data received from different sources about a student’s Title IV eligibility, related to financial aid eligibility, regardless of whether a student is selected for verification. Students may be required to submit documentation if discrepancies are identified at any point during the aid process.
All students will be notified by email on a timely basis if they have been selected for verification, as well as the required supporting documentation. Students selected for verification must provide specific documents to their financial aid offices. Commonly requested items include:
- Tax Transcripts: Required to confirm the income reported on the FAFSA.
- W-2 Forms: To verify wages earned during the year.
Students should be proactive in gathering these documents to avoid delays in the disbursement of their financial aid. Failure to complete the verification process can result in significant consequences. If the required documents are not submitted in a timely manner, students risk losing eligibility for federal financial aid.
Students selected for verification must provide the school with the verification documents no later than 90 days after receiving the notification. Once the verification process is complete, students will receive a financial aid offer letter notification informing them of their financial aid.