What is verification?

Answer

The Federal Government selects applications for verification as they are submitted. It is then the school's responsibility to request copies of tax return transcripts and other information to verify that the data reported on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) is accurate. Errors must be corrected and sent to the Federal Processor. Eligibility for financial aid can change due to verification.

Please note that if the tax information for a student, and parent, if required, is added via the IRS Direct Data Exchange (DDX) when filling out the FAFSA®, they may not be required to turn in additional tax documentation. Students, and parents, if required, may go back into the FAFSA® to make corrections.