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Financial Aid Appeal Deadline

The Financial Aid Appeal Deadline: August 28 (for decisions prior to full term Fall 2024 classes)
  • Note: 5 business days before the full semester census/drop date.
Please consult academic calendar for full deadlines and dates.
Academic Calendar

 

Filing a Financial Aid Appeal

If you do not meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and become ineligible for aid, you may submit a Financial Aid Appeal to explain your circumstances.

Common reasons for appealing include injury or illness, the death of a relative, being called to military service, or returning for a second degree, among other special circumstances. 

Important Appeal Information

It is imperative that all the directions listed on the appeal form are followed, as an incomplete appeal will automatically be denied.

  • Once an appeal is submitted, a financial aid appeals committee will consider your situation and either approve or deny the appeal.
  • Appeal Deadline: 5 business days before the full semester census/drop date.
  • You should not assume that a Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) appeal will be approved. If you enroll for classes and a SAP appeal is not approved, you remain responsible for paying all charges without financial aid.
  • If the appeal is denied, you will remain ineligible for financial aid.
  • You can re-appeal after attending a minimum of 6 credit hours without the use of Federal Financial Aid and meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements for those 6 credit hours. If approved, you will be awarded financial aid based on their eligibility from the FAFSA.

Appeal Video

Overview of Process

This video walks you through the entire appeal process.  

  • Understand SAP requirements (GPA, completion rate, and timeframe) for Financial Aid Appeal
  • Learn about common appeal reasons (medical, family, financial, military service related, etc.)
  • Discover the four steps of an appeal – 1) choosing the right appeal type, 2) applying and submitting documents, 3) signing electronically, and 4) awaiting a decision
  • Get tips on writing a strong appeal statement and submitting complete supporting documents.
 

1. Understand Appeal Form Differences

The appeal type you need, will depend on the SAP requirement you failed to meet.

  1. Qualitative Appeal: Use this form if your GPA is below 2.0, completion rate is under 67%, or you failed/withdrew from your last semester.
  2. Quantitative Appeal: Use this form if you’ve attempted 150% of the credits needed for your degree.
  3. Combination Appeal: Use this form if both of the above circumstances apply.
Have question? Contact our office.

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2. APPLY and DOCUMENT

  • PPSC must have FAFSA on file before an appeal can be submitted.
  • Go to pikespeak.studentforms.com  
  • Select CCCS Appeal
    • If CCCS Appeal is not an action item, you should first select "manage access" 
    • Then, select "CCCS Appeal" and add a brief sentence as to why the appeal is needed.  

Start Your Appeal
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Your Appeal Statement is Crucial!


Your typed Appeal Statement is crucial, and must:

  • Detail what happened and why satisfactory progress wasn’t maintained.
  • Outline changes you’ve made and your plans to improve Satisfactory Academic Progress
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3. AWAIT APPEAL DECISION

You will be notified via your PPSC assigned email account regarding the outcome of your appeal.

Appeal Approved: If you appeal is granted, your applicable aid will be reinstated. 

Appeal Denied: If your appeal is denied, your aid will be canceled.
Other conditions may apply to your approved or denied appeal.

  • Appeals are reviewed in the order they are received.
  • Submit your appeal as soon as possible to avoid delays.
  • Have a backup payment plan ready in case your appeal is denied.
  • Appeal Deadline Is 5 Working Days Before The Full Semester Census And Drop Date.
  • It typically takes 1-2 weeks for the committee to make a decision
  • You will be notified of your appeal decision via your student email account.
For more information on the academic appeal policy and committee decision outcomes, review the Financial Aid Handbook.
Financial Aid Handbook [PDF]

Medical Documentation

If you are submitting a Financial Aid Appeal due to medical or health reasons, please complete the Medical Documentation Form.

This form must be included with your appeal.

IMPORTANT: This is the only acceptable form of documentation for medical or health reasons. Other forms of medical documentation are not acceptable. 

MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION FORM

Official supporting documentation of extenuating circumstances :

  • Medical Documentation Form
  • Hospital records
  • Doctor or counselor letter (signed by attending doctor stating what occurred, dates, and services provided)
  • Eviction notices
  • Death or birth records
  • Divorce decrees
  • Military orders
  • Court records
  • Notarized third-party statements

Questions about acceptable supporting documents? Contact us at: financialaid@pikespeak.edu

financialaid@pikespeak.edu

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Still Need Help?

Our financial aid advisors are here to help answer your questions regarding federal financial aid, including:

  • Student Loans
  • Federal Grants (Pell Grant)
  • Work Study
  • Special Circumstances
  • Applying for Aid
  • Dependency Status
  • Aid Appeals
 
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