Getting Started

1. Apply for a Pin Number
at www.pin.ed.gov (This will be your electronic signature)

2. Complete the Free Application For Federal Student Aid at
www.fafsa.ed.gov (Required for Federal Grants, Loans, and Work-Study)

3. Email Lender Selection to financialaid@ussa.edu
See 2008-2009 Preferred Lender’s List

4. Complete an Entrance Counseling form at
mappingyourfuture.org

5. Must Be Accepted
Into a Degree Seeking Program

6. Maintain Enrollment
In order for your financial aid to be applied to your account you must: Enrolled as at least a half-time student within your degree program

7. Renewal of Award Process
Students must reapply for financial aid each academic year using the steps outlined above previously.

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