Financial Aid Appeals
If you’ve lost your financial aid or been told you’re not eligible, don’t panic - you might be able to file an appeal.
If you’ve lost your financial aid or been told you’re not eligible, don’t panic - you might be able to file an appeal.
An appeal is a formal request asking the Financial Aid Office to reconsider your eligibility for aid. It’s typically used if you didn’t meet the requirements for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) due to circumstances like illness, family emergencies, or other life challenges.
A completed appeal form
A typed personal statement explaining what happened and what’s changed
Supporting documents (like medical records, death certificates, or letters from counselors, if relevant)
How to Submit:
You can fill out the form below or pick one up in the Financial Aid Office. Once you’ve completed everything, return it to the office for review. Appeals are reviewed by a committee, and decisions are final.
Important: You are responsible for all tuition and fees while your appeal is being reviewed. If your appeal is denied, you’ll need to make payment arrangements to stay enrolled.
The Financial Aid Appeals Committee in the Counseling and Support Services Office will review the petition and supporting documentation, once reviewed the committee will make a determination of eligibility. If an appeal is granted, the student will be placed on a financial aid probationary status, a counseling hold will be placed on their account and the student will need to consult with a counselor before making any changes to their schedule. If the student is interested in taking out a student loan they must complete a Loan appeal worksheet and submit it with the Loan Request form, Master Promissory Note and Entrance Interview.
The Financial Aid Appeals Committee will process the petition and supporting documentation within 7 to 10 business days. Please Note: All Petitions will be listed as incomplete until supporting documentation is received.
The supporting documentation can be brought to the Center for Student Success office on the Mays Landing Campus, J-Building, first floor or the Student Development Office on the Worthington Atlantic City Campus or the Student Services Office on the Cape May County Campus. Documentation can also be faxed to (609) 343-4926. Please indicate your Name and College ID Number on each page of your documentation. If you have any questions, contact us at (609) 343-5667.
Please call the Center for Student Success office for more information at (609) 343-5667.