If you plan to use federal student loans in payment of your educational expenses, you must complete the following steps:
1. Get Your FAFSA PIN
If you have never completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you must request a Personal Identification Number (PIN).
The PIN serves as an electronic signature on the FAFSA/Renewal FAFSA. It should be kept in a safe place for use in future years.
2. Complete the FAFSA – School Code: G20961
You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form every academic year to asses your eligibility for federal student loans. The 2009/2010 FAFSA is available only if you are a Summer 2010 term applicant or loan renewal. If you are a Fall 2010, Spring 2011, or Summer 2011 term applicant, you must use the 2010/2011 FAFSA.
3. Complete Federal Student Loan Entrance Counseling is required once for new loan applicants at Fielding Graduate University. Automatic notification of your successful completion will be sent to Fielding directly.
4. Complete the Loan Request Form
Download the Fielding Federal Direct Student Loan Request form matching the FAFSA you submitted:
2010/2011 FAFSA (2009 tax year) – 2010/2011 Fielding Federal Student Loan Request form
Complete the required fields, then print, sign, and fax to 805.690.4339, or e-mail a signed, scanned copy to finaid@fielding.edu. If you are a new student you will need to complete an application and sign a master promissory note (MPN) with the Department of Education the lender’s web site before returning the form.
5. Check your E-mail – Additional Information may be Required
Check your e-mail regularly for messages from the Financial Aid Office. You may be selected for Verification, or your FAFSA may indicate the need for additional documentation. You will receive an e-mail indicating any additional forms or information that may be needed. Please respond promptly in order to expedite your loan processing.
Receipt of all information must be received by the Financial Aid Office according to your program admission calendar or your renewal deadline to ensure timely processing. Late receipt or incomplete materials cannot guarantee processing will be complete prior to your tuition due date.