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1. How did I get this grant and what do I do with it?

If you filled out the FAFSA and marked that you are a resident of Indiana then the information was sent to SSACI. You do not have to do anything with it as long as the grant is for the correct college. The college has been notified and it will credit your account if you are eligible. The grant can only be used for tuition.

2. How do I apply for state grants?

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be received by the Federal Processor for state scholarship/grant consideration after January 1st but on or before March 10th each year. The FAFSA may be filed online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/.

3. Can this grant be used at an out-of-state institution?

No, the grant may only be used at eligible Indiana colleges and universities. Please visit the list of Eligible Indiana Colleges to view those colleges and universities currently participating in Indiana grant and scholarship programs.

4. My grant isn't for the correct college, what do I do?

5. After requesting a change of college, why did my grant go down or get withdrawn completely?

SSACI grants are calculated based on tuition only and tuition varies between colleges. Your new college choice may have a different tuition rate than your previous selection. Contact the financial aid department at your school for information on the tuition rate at your school and how it impacts your state grant award amount.

6. Why didn't I get a grant?

Visit our eStudent website to view your application materials. Reasons for not receiving a grant may include:

  • Grants are based on financial need and you did not show need at your chosen college
  • You did not correct one or more FAFSA edits by SSACI’s Edit Correction Deadline (May 15, 2012 for the 2012-2013 FAFSA)
  • You and/or your parents, if you are a dependent student, are not Indiana residents; or you are an independent student and not a resident of Indiana
  • You have exhausted your eligibility for financial aid (eight semesters at a semester school or the equivalent at a quarter or trimester school)
  • You have previously received a degree
  • You did not file the FAFSA by the March 10th receipt date deadline

7. I received a grant notice that showed a certain dollar amount; later, I received another grant notice that indicated my grant amount was changed or completely withdrawn why?

The college has a verification process mandated by the federal government in which it must verify information on the FAFSA. The number of FAFSA forms verified varies between colleges, but it must equal at least 30% of all FAFSAs received at that college. Colleges are also free to verify more than the mandated 30% of applications if they so choose. If the verification of your FAFSA results in any change, the college is required to send SSACI this information which may result in a revision or withdrawal of your state grant.

    8. Do I have to pay back the money for this grant?

    No; however, you must maintain the required enrollment. If you drop classes or withdraw completely, your state grant can be reduced or withdrawn, even after the college has applied it to your bill.