Forms & Applications

Max Unit and Satisfactory Academic Performance (SAP) appeals can be printed from PDFs on this webpage. Most financial aid forms are completed electronically through your Financial Aid Account(opens in new window). If for some reason you are unable to create a Financial Aid Account or upload documents, please contact our office for assistance at 530-898-6451.

A few forms for the 2021/2022 aid year are provided in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. Download the free Acrobat Reader if you don't already have it.
 

Appeals

• • Max Unit Appeal (PDF)
  • Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeal (PDF)
  • Exceptional Circumstances Appeal: Childcare/Elementary/Secondary School Tuition or Student Change in Marital Status or Travel Adjustment - Available now 
    1. To request one of these appeals select the button on your Financial Aid Account and select the appropriate appeal. If you have not logged into your Financial Aid Account before, you will need to create an account. (To create an account, enter your name exactly as it appears on your FAFSA).
    2. After selecting the appeal enter a short description, then click submit.
    3. Directly below the Chico State logo, click the tab with your appeal.
    4. Follow the directions to complete the electronic form. 
    5. Complete the electronic form and e-sign it. If you or your parents are unable to e-sign the form, download it and sign it. 
    6. Upload supporting documentation if required.
    7. Finish your appeal by clicking the “submit” button at the bottom.
    8. Appeals are reviewed in the order received. You will receive notice of our decision in your Wildcat email. For more information visit our appeals web page. 
    9. Call us at 530-898-6451 if you have any questions.
  • Family Contribution Appeal: Income Reduction appeal or Non-Reimbursed Medical/Dental/Vision appeal or Support of Extended Family Members - Available now
    1. To request one of these appeals select the button on your Financial Aid Account and select “Family Contribution Appeal”. If you have not logged into your Financial Aid Account before, you will need to create an account. (To create an account, enter your name exactly as it appears on your FAFSA).
    2. After selecting “Family Contribution Appeal” enter a short description, then click submit.
    3. Directly below the Chico State logo, click the “2021-2022 Family Contribution Appeal” tab and select the option that applies to your circumstances.
    4. Complete the electronic form and e-sign it. If you or your parents are unable to e-sign the form, download it and sign it. 
    5. Upload supporting documentation as outlined on the appeal form you completed.
    6. Finish your appeal by clicking the “submit” button at the bottom.
    7. Appeals will be reviewed in the order received. You will receive notice of our decision in your Wildcat email. For more information visit our appeals web page.  
    8. Call us at 530-898-6451 if you have any questions.
  • Dependency Status
    1. To request a dependency status appeal select the button on your Financial Aid Account and select the appropriate appeal. If you have not logged into your Financial Aid Account before, you will need to create an account. (To create an account, enter your name exactly as it appears on your FAFSA).
    2. After selecting the appeal enter a short description, then click submit.
    3. Directly below the Chico State logo, click the tab with your appeal.
    4. Follow the directions to complete the electronic form. 
    5. Upload supporting documentation.
    6. Finish your appeal by clicking the “submit” button at the bottom.
    7. For more information visit our dependency appeals web page.  
    8. Call us at 530-898-6451 if you have any questions.

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  Student Forms

  • 10 Financial Aid Tips (PDF)
  • 10 Financial Aid Tips in Spanish (PDF)
  • Checklist for Students 2021-2022 (PDF)
  • Checklist for Dream Students 2021-2022 (PDF)
  • Consortium Agreement Request (PDF)
  • Computer Budget Adjustment Form (electronic form)
  • Enrollment Update Form (electronic form)
  • GMAT Fee Waiver Application (PDF)
  • Student – Short-Term Loan Information & Application
  • Student – Federal Direct Stafford Loan Application
  • Steps for Dream Act Applicants (PDF)

Parent Forms

• • FAQ for Parents (PDF)
  • Parent-PLUS Loan Application (PDF)

Other Forms and Information

• • Authorization to Release Information 2021-22 (PDF)
  • Authorization to Release Information - 3rd Party 2021-22 (PDF)
  • Budget Planning Worksheet for Undergraduate Students 2021-2022 (PDF)
  • Financial Aid Disbursement FAQ (PDF)
  • Financial Aid Resources and Calendar (PDF)
  • Middle Class Scholarship (PDF)
  • IRS - Data Retrieval Tool (PDF)
  • IRS - Request Copy of W-2(s) (PDF)
  • Verification of Tax Information (PDF)

• Checklist for Students 2022/23 (PDF)
• Checklist for Dream Students 2022/23 (PDF)
• Dependency Status Appeal for 2022/23 (PDF)
• Financial Aid Resources and Calendar for 2022/23 (PDF)