Process of Updating Aid

bizmlover
Sat, 02 May 2015 04:36:02 +0000

Yes, updating your fafsa is the first step.

Based on my personal experiences and what I know about fa system so far, here’s what you need to do next:

Wait 3-4 business days for the fafsa system to update. FA of each UC update really quickly. I updated my fafsa 2 days before the d-day but by the time I checked my offer, all school has my latest information.

While waiting, keep checking your FA package to see if there is any change reflected. If not, call the FA office after 3-4 days and ask them to review your case directly.

90% the FA office will contact you first for verification. If they don't contact you and there's nothing change, keep knocking on the door. If they adjust your aid, then, congrats, everything is settled.

Remember, make sure you hear something back within one week. You don’t really have much time left to keep waiting.