Financial aid appeals are requests made to a college or university’s financial aid office to reconsider a financial aid award. They are typically submitted when a student believes that their financial situation has changed significantly since the time they initially applied for aid, or if they have extenuating circumstances that were not considered in the original award.
Appeals can be based on a variety of factors, including changes in income, family size, or medical expenses. Students may also appeal if they have experienced unexpected financial hardship, such as a job loss or a natural disaster.