Any student has the right to appeal the denial or suspension of financial aid. The appeal must be submitted with current appeal forms. It should contain an account of the circumstances that warrant the granting of the appeal.

The Financial Aid Office will not accept or review an appeal that is incomplete or lacks appropriate documentation. Keep a copy of all documentation submitted. Please read the specific instructions included on each form, and follow the directions fully. Do NOT substitute one kind of form for another even if you are submitting the same information. An improper form will cause the student file to have an 'Incomplete' status, and may delay disbursement of funds.

The Special Circumstance Appeal form is used to document and request special consideration because of loss of income or dependency status and are available through the Financial Aid Counselor.

The Dependency Status Appeal form (PDF file) is used to request a change from Dependent status to Independent status. To be considered an independent student for financial aid, you must meet specific criteria explained on the form.

All men who are citizens of the United States, are least 18 years of age, and are not currently on active duty with the U.S. Armed Forces, must be registered with the Selective Service. The Selective Service Appeal form (PDF file) is used to request consideration and waiver for the failure to register with Selective Service.

This information can be found at www.uvu.edu/financialaid/pnp/appeals.html

Appeals will be reviewed by the Financial Aid Appeals Committee. As needed, the Director and/or Associate Director of Financial Aid & Scholarships may review the appeal. Any adjustments will be made on the basis of circumstances, documented supporting evidence, and the availability of funds.

All petitions for adjustment to a student’s financial aid must be made within the academic year of the financial aid disbursement in question. Once the UVU Business Office closes its financial recording for the academic year in question, (on or before June 30 each year) the student is liable for any financial aid owed to the school or Federal Government.

If any repayment of financial aid for any reason, or payment to UVU is owed, the student is responsible to pay that amount or make suitable arrangements with the parties involved.