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@elenamartinez
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 • 4 years ago •
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How do I write a financial aid appeal?
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I was recently accepted to Georgetown University and am anticipating little to no aid. However, my family lost money due to the pandemic and our 2019 income is very different from our 2020 income. What information should I include?

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@ShaquilleOatmeal
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334 answers, 658 votes
 • 4 years ago

Check out these links, I think you will find them helpful! The sample letters will probably be especially helpful.

- https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-a-financial-aid-appeal-letter/

- https://blog.collegevine.com/can-i-appeal-my-financial-aid-award/

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@sam1223
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 • 4 years ago

I would tell them that your family lost money and what your 2020 income is (exact number), so you'll need more aid in order to attend. You can also find financial aid appeal letter templates/examples online if that's helpful!

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