In these situations it may be possible to reanalyze the financial need of the student based upon current calendar information. In order to evaluate the appropriateness of such action, it is necessary to gather information from the student's family to assist in the reevaluation process. Below is a list of special circumstances that typically qualify a student to submit UWSP's Unusual Circumstance Form (UCF). When completing the form, it is important to provide specific dollar amounts as well as a detailed explanation of the circumstances. Supporting documentation may be required.

If you have experienced an unusual circumstance as described above, you may complete the UCF and transmit it to us. When submitting electronically, your student identification information and email address will be considered as a signature certifying that the information reported is as true, accurate, and complete as possible. If you are a dependent student submitting parental information you must receive permission from your parent(s) before doing so. Your transmission represents that you have approval from your parents to submit data on their behalf. You will be asked to provide a parental telephone number which we may use to corroborate data submitted on behalf of your parents. Please be aware that the U.S. Inspector General requires us to report all cases of fraud (and submitting parental data without permission would be fraud).

 

Below is a list of circumstances that are not eligible for consideration:

We will determine from the information you submit whether it is possible to improve your opportunity for financial assistance and notify you if your eligibility for assistance can be improved. Please keep in mind that the professional judgment is administered at the discretion of the financial aid administrator on a case-by-case basis and cannot be appealed. Multiple UCFs throughout the year may not be processed.