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Frequently Asked Questions Current Graduate Students

Are tuition payment plans available?

Yes, St. John Fisher College does have a payment plan. Please visit the Bursar’s office website at http://home.sjfc.edu/bursar for details.

Is it too late to apply for financial aid?

Probably not. The FAFSA takes approximately 4-6 weeks to process. Financial aid can be calculated and awarded to students once we receive the FAFSA data. It is recommended that you keep a copy of the FASFA for your records before sending it. We are not able to retroactively process financial aid after a student’s last term of enrollment.

My Student Aid Report (SAR) indicates that I have been selected for verification. What does that mean?

The Department of Education randomly selects students to have their submitted FAFSA information verified by the school. St. John Fisher College notifies students by mail of any required documentation needed to complete the verification process.

Do I need to re-apply every year for aid or is it automatically renewed?

You need to re-apply every year. Aid eligibility is reviewed annually and requires you to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Renewal FAFSA each year that aid is requested. TAP Grant eligible students also need to complete the TAP application every year at www.tapweb.org.

What are the school codes for St. John Fisher College?

The Federal School Code for St. John Fisher College is 002821.
The New York State Graduate TAP Code is 5415.

Can I use my aid for summer classes?

If you are taking 6 or more credit hours please complete the summer financial aid request form available in the financial aid office and in the summer course registration booklet.

What happens to my aid if I drop a class?

Please see the Bursar office refund policy and a financial aid counselor.

How do I get a loan deferment?

Obtain a loan deferment form from you lender and have the Registrar’s office complete it. You can view information regarding your Federal loans at www.nslds.ed.gov.