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A financial aid appeal letter may help you get more money for college. Learn the steps to appeal for more financial aid, including what to include in your letter.
An appeal letter should be polite, succinct, and professional, explaining why your household income or financial situation has changed– and why this may impact your ability to attend the school.
Successful financial aid appeals are rare, experts say. But crafting a good financial aid appeal letter can give students the best chance of getting more money for college.
A GAO report found that the ways colleges present costs in their financial aid offer letters make it difficult for students to determine affordability.
To make that case, you’ll need to file an appeal with your school’s financial aid office. Here’s how that process works. When should I appeal my college financial aid?
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Learn how to write a compelling financial aid appeal letter and discover practical tips for explaining changes in your financial situation.