Family Educational Rights and Privacy for Students:

All information contained in University records is considered confidential, except for directory information which may be released publicly.  Directory information is defined in the Code of Student Life.

Students must give written authorization to Student Account Services before financial information (including financial aid) may be released to parents or spouse. 

The FAFSA4Caster

If you want to begin exploring your financial aid options and get an early start on the financial aid process, FAFSA4caster is for you! By using FAFSA4caster, you and your family will receive an early estimate of eligibility for federal student aid. This Web site provides you with an opportunity to increase your knowledge of the financial aid process; become familiar with the various types of federal student aid that are available; and investigate other sources of aid, such as grants and scholarships.

Tips for Completing the FAFSA

What is the SAR and EFC?

Not sure if your student needs additional aid? 

The Educational Expenses Planning Worksheet, provides additional information on determining your costs and need for financial assistance.

There are additional loan options available to students and families.

If your financial situation has changed since completing the FAFSA or if the financial information you provided on the FAFSA does not reflect your current financial situation, you may request a re-evaluation of the student's financial aid eligibility.  This process is requested by completing a Contribution (EFC) Adjustment or Medical Appeal Form.

Verification Information

Financial Aid Award Letter Information

Tax Benefits:

There are several education tax benefits available to students and families.  The link below provides more information on such tax credits as the Hope Scholarship, Lifetime Learning Tax Credit and other education credits.

Parent and Student Guide to Federal Tax Benefits

Minnesota Reciprocity:

Student do not have to reapply for reciprocity if they have graduated from a Minnesota High School or earned credits at UND in the previous 12 months.  If the student must apply for reciprocity, he/she must do so through the State of Minnesota. 

If the student applies late for reciprocity and does not receive confirmation of eligibility by the beginning of the term, the student will be required to pay non-resident tuition at the time of fee payment.  

However, a refund of non-resident fees will be made if confirmation of reciprocity eligibility is presented to the UND Business Office prior to the end of the term.

Contact the Minnesota Higher Education Services Office (800) 657-3866 or go to www.mheso.state.mn.us/ for more information

Financial Aid Disbursement:

Financial Aid for the 2008 Summer Session will begin disbursement on May 19, 2008.  Disbursed financial aid may be adjusted if your enrollment changes.

Financial aid will be disbursed based on the number of credit hours the student is enrolled in as of 11:59pm September 3 for fall 2008 and 11:59pm January 22 for spring 2009.  Classes dropped or added after this date will not be considered for financial aid eligibility. 

• Part-term classes dropped before their start date may result in the repayment of financial aid received or the reduction of aid awarded.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Checks will be mailed to your HOME address as it appears in CampusConnection – make sure it is up to date!  You can request direct-deposit by completing the form that is available on the UND Student Account Services website.