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Returning Student Financial Aid Checklist

Returning to MSU? Use our financial aid checklist to stay organized and make sure you meet all requirements and deadlines.

Apply for Aid

  1. Renew FAFSA

    File your FAFSA each year to keep receiving aid. Use code 002360 to send your information to MSU.

    Free Application for Federal Student Aid Form (FAFSA)

  2. Review Status

    Aid packages can vary, so review the status and check for any additional documents needed in the Financial Aid Portal.

  3. Accept or Decline Aid

    Decide which aid you need to accept or decline. Confirm your financial aid award information in E-Services.

    • Select "Financial Aid"
    • Choose "View Your Award Notification" under Next Steps.
    • Review your award details and respond accordingly.
      • To accept a Federal Direct Student Loan, select "request loan." You will be taken to a separate page—follow the instructions there to complete the process.
    • Provide any additional information requested.
    • Submit your Award Response to finalize your selections.

  4. Complete Paperwork

    Make sure any additional loan, grant or work study paperwork is finished. Check your email regularly for follow-up messages or requests for additional information.

  5. Maintain Enrollment and Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)

    To continue receiving financial aid, you must stay enrolled and continue to meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.

    If you withdraw from a course or leave school, your aid may be adjusted. Learn about Return to Title IV (R2T4) and how dropping classes can affect your financial aid. 

Reminder: Financial aid can only be awarded to students who have been admitted. Apply for admission to Minnesota State University, Mankato if you haven’t already.