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My friend had thsi same problem she said a lot of the paper apps are being held cuz ppl filled stuff out wrong. Like they need signatures or missed some sections. But no one tells u there's a problem until weeks later when they send a letter in the mail. Might wanna call to check if yours is actually being processed or sitting in some problem pile
That's a good point. I was super careful filling it out but it is my first time doing it so who knows if I made a mistake. Definitely going to call tomorrow to see if they can tell me anything about the status.
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Just to give everyone an update - the Department of Education officially announced today that the 2024-2025 FAFSA will be available starting December 1, 2023. They also noted a few important changes: 1. The form will be available in 11 languages 2. More students will qualify for federal student aid due to the new Student Aid Index calculation 3. Families with multiple students in college will see changes to how their financial need is calculated Mark your calendars for December 1st, and I recommend trying to submit in the first week if possible to avoid technical issues that might come from everyone trying to access the system at once.
THANK YOU!! This is exactly what I needed to know. Going to tell my parents we need to set aside time that weekend to get it done.
Finally some official communication! Though I'm not holding my breath that the system will actually work properly on day one...
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UPDATE: Relieved to share that nothing changed with our aid package! I checked again today and everything is still showing as processed with the same SAI. The financial aid office confirmed they haven't received any updates or verification requests. Thanks everyone for the help and information - this forum saved me a lot of stress and unnecessary phone calls!
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That's so frustrating! I'm already worried about deciphering what's a grant versus what's a loan. Did you find any good resources for understanding the aid packages when they arrive?
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my cousin went to suny last year and they told him the negative sai mainly just get him the subsidized loans instead of unsubsidized. still have to pay it back but at least no interest while in school i guess 🤷♂️
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Keisha Williams
•That's something at least. The subsidized vs. unsubsidized distinction does make a difference in the long run with interest costs.
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Natasha Ivanova
One more thing to check - look at the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) listed in any communications from the schools. Sometimes schools still use this older term instead of SAI. If they list an EFC number that's different from your -1500 SAI, that could explain the discrepancy. Some schools use institutional methodologies that calculate need differently from the federal formula. For SUNY schools specifically, they typically meet only a portion of demonstrated need. Their institutional aid often goes to students with SAI scores much lower than -1500. But you should definitely be seeing some Pell Grant funds with that SAI.
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Keisha Williams
•Thanks again! I'll look for EFC numbers too. I'm learning so much about how this all works. I appreciate everyone's help in figuring this out!
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