Financial Aid       

West Chester University

25 University Avenue, Suite #030
West Chester, PA 19383
Phone: (610) 436-2627
Fax: (610) 436-2574


Verification

The U.S. Department of Education selects approximately one-third of all students nationally for verification. It is a process for confirming the accuracy of the information students and parents provide on the FAFSA. West Chester University also selects students for verification when the FAFSA data appears incomplete or conflicting.

THE FEDERAL AID IN YOUR PACKAGE IS ONLY ANTICIPATED AID/AN ESTIMATE. THE RESULTS OF THE VERIFICATION MAY CHANGE THE VALUE OF THE AID OFFERED IN YOUR PACKAGE. AID WILL NOT BE POSTED/PAID TO YOUR ACCOUNT UNTIL THE VERIFICATION IS COMPLETE.*

Selected students will be receive instructions on how to complete this process. The Financial Aid Office will request information to confirm the data on the FAFSA. These documents may include, but are not limited to, signed copies of federal tax returns, W-2 forms, documentation of asset value and debt, confirmation of household size and number in college. Students and parents are encouraged to submit ALL requested documents within 30 days of the date request. If you do not have copies of the tax return or W-2s, you are responsible for calling the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 to request a tax summary . You can obtain copies of W-2 forms from employers. We have provided a guide to assist you with understanding these forms and their purpose. Please do not download and submit these forms to our office if they have not been requested by our office. Doing so will only complicate and burden the process, this includes sending multiple copies of materials. Always include the student’s name and WCU ID# on all materials. Make certain that all documents are complete, legible and signed by all parties.

While our policy permits time to gather information needed to complete the verification process, we encourage you to provide this information to the Financial Aid Office as quickly as possible. *Funds can not be released for off-campus expenses until the verification process is complete. Any tentative credit applied to your University bill may be removed at any time during the verification process.

Verification Forms

Dependent Verification Worksheet

2011-2012

Independent Verification Worksheet

2011-2012

Dependent Verification Worksheet

2010-2011

Independent Verification Worksheet

2010-2011

Clarification Forms & Worksheets (2010-2011)
Additional Financial Worksheet
Proof of Dependents Form
Business Asset Verification Form
Rental or other Property Asset Form
Business Verification Form
Sibling/Spouse/Dependent Enrollment Form
Expense Breakdown Form
Trust Fund/Estate Worksheet
Martial Status Form
Untaxed Income Worksheet

FAQ- Frequently Asked Questions