Federal Verification

Some FAFSAs are selected for a review process called federal verification to validate the accuracy of FAFSA information. Additional documentation will be requested, these items may include:

  • Citizenship/eligible non-citizen status
  • Veteran status
  • High school completion
  • Documentation of independent student status
  • Identity Verification
  • Default Clearance
  • IRS income verification
  • Homelessness or At Risk of Homelessness

Next Steps

  • If you are selected, you will receive an email from the Tarleton State Office of Financial Aid.
  • Your financial aid eligibility could change because of corrections made during verification. If your eligibility changes, your financial aid awards will be adjusted, and you will be able to view your updated aid in myGateway.
  • To see what needs to be submitted, visit:
StudentForms

What if I Don’t Finish my Verification?

Your financial aid will not apply to your billing account until verification is complete, so please respond immediately to any requests from our department.