The FAFSA is changing
Change can be confusing—but you can navigate the latest changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process with ease.
We’re here to help.
Nearly 100% of students at the University of Lynchburg receive some sort of financial aid. Getting financial aid at any institution begins with completing your FAFSA.
It’s the one application you need to open the door to grants, loans, Lynchburg scholarships, and work study opportunities.
This year, the Department of Education is making changes to how and when the FAFSA is completed, including fewer questions and better ways to determine who needs aid. The changes are meant to make higher education available to more families and a simpler process for everyone.
Every institution of higher learning in the U.S. is experiencing these changes at the same time. It can feel confusing, but we’re here to make it as simple as possible for you.
Here's what we know:
Here's what we don't know yet:
When we know more, so will you!
Recommendations and Resources
Explore these useful updates, tools, and resources to help you navigate the process this year.
Estimate Your Costs Today
Finding out what your college education could cost is simple. Here’s how:
1. Fill out the FAFSA (keep track of your Student Affordability Index number or SAI)
2. Opt in to our net price calculator.
3. Use the net price calculator to determine your estimated financial aid (make sure to plug in your SAI from the FAFSA)
4. Email the results from the net price calculator to [email protected]
5. Sit back, relax, and start dreaming of your future as a Lynchburg Hornet!
Important Guarantee Information:
The institutional financial aid (money from the University of Lynchburg) on your estimate is guaranteed if your official SAI calculated by the FAFSA is within 15% of your estimated SAI.
- Federal Aid (Pell Grant, SEOG, work-study, or loans) is subject to change based on FAFSA results.
- Additional scholarships or external aid could adjust your final need-based aid.
Additional Resources:- - File the FAFSA
- - Net Price Calculator
- - Solutions Center Contact Information
You've got Q's, we've got A's. (FAQs)
Filing the FAFSA is essential to determine your eligibility for federal, state, and institutional financial aid. It’s also the only way to qualify for federal grants and loans.
We recommend filing by Feb. 1 to ensure timely financial aid offers.
If your official SAI from the FAFSA differs by more than 15% from the estimated SAI, your institutional aid may be adjusted.
Yes, if your circumstances change, you can provide updated information, and we’ll work with you to reassess your package.
Visit our Net Price Calculator to get started. It only takes a few minutes to see your personalized estimate!
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