Accepting Your Award

Verification:

  • The College participates in the Quality Assurance Verification Program (QAP).
  • Students randomly selected to participate in QAP will be notified.
  • Tax returns and other financial documents will be requested by the College, if needed.
  • Changes in award(s) may result if application data was estimated or inaccurate.

Conditions of Award:

  • Federal and state funds awarded will be used solely for expenses related to the attendance at SUNY Potsdam.
  • Satisfactory academic progress, as stated in the Undergraduate Catalog, must be maintained.
  • Financial Aid Transcripts are required of entering transfer students only if requested by the Financial Aid Office.
  • Confirmed Federal Pell Grant, TAP, FSEOG, Federal Perkins and Direct loans will be deferred against the College bill.
  • Scholarships, grants, and loans awarded by outside sources other than SUNY Potsdam must be documented for the Financial Aid Office for inclusion in the aid package.