Financial Aid FAQs
What is my school code?
010438
This number is unique to Haskell Indian Nations University. Every school is assigned a number, so if you are interested in attending a different school you will be able to do a “search” on the FAFSA by school name. You can put up to twenty different schools on your FAFSA. For each school code entered, that school will have access to your FAFSA information.
This number is unique to Haskell Indian Nations University. Every school is assigned a number, so if you are interested in attending a different school you will be able to do a “search” on the FAFSA by school name. You can put up to twenty different schools on your FAFSA. For each school code entered, that school will have access to your FAFSA information.
When do I apply for the FAFSA?
Apply as soon as you can AFTER October 1. You must reapply for federal student aid every year. Also, if you change schools, your financial aid does not automatically go with you. Check with your new school to find out what steps you must take to continue receiving aid. Do not sign, date, or send your application before October 1.
What is the Renewal FAFSA?
If you applied for federal student aid last year, you will have the option to fill out a Renewal FAFSA. Some of the data will be pre-filled, saving you time and hassle.
How do I apply for a Pell Grant?
Submit a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) studentaid.gov When you complete your FAFSA on the web the information you entered is directly sent to the Central Processing System and processed within 72 hours. You will receive a copy of the FAFSA in the form of a Student Aid Report (SAR) and your school will receive an electronic copy within 3 to 5 business days. Make sure you list our School Code (010438) on your application.
What is the FSA ID? Where do I get an FSA ID? Who needs an FSA ID? What is the FSA ID used for?
The FSA ID is your electronic signature. You request your FSA ID at https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch The FSA ID serves as your identifier to let you access your personal information in various US Department of Education systems. If you are a dependent student, a parent will also need to obtain an FSA ID and Password. You should not give your FSA ID and Password to anyone. You can use your FSA ID and Password to:
- Electronically sign your FAFSA on the Web
- Make corrections to your FAFSA application information
- Access your applicant data records online
- Access your processed FAFSA data from the CPA, including your SAR
- Complete your Renewal FAFSA
- Let parent(s), if dependent, electronically sign the FAFSA, Renewal FAFSA, and make corrections to FAFSA on the web.
If you need assistance in updating or resetting your FSA ID or Password, please contact the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-433-3243.
Haskell does not participate in the federal student loan programs.
What happens after I complete my FAFSA?
In 2023-2024, you will be sent a Student Aid Report (SAR). The SAR outlines the information you provided on the FAFSA and, if there are not any questions or need for additional information your SAR will report the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), the number used in determining your eligibility for federal student aid. Your EFC will appear in the upper right-hand portion of your SAR. The results will be sent to you and to the schools that you list on your application. In 2024-2025, your EFC will change to Student Aid Index (SAI).
How can I change or add a school code on my SAR?
If you want to have your application information sent to a school that you did not list on your SAR, you may:
- Go online to studentaid.gov
- Make corrections
- Add school code(s), or search by school name up to 20
What happens after I submit all my documents requested?
Processing time to review documents may take up to 7-10 business days. If inaccurate or conflicting data is found, corrections may be performed based on information received. You will be contacted on what corrections are needed in order to further process your application. Once corrections are received and the file is verified for completeness, information on eligibility or ineligibility will be viewable in the Financial Aid module of the student portal.
How do I know if my file is completed?
Eligible applicants will receive an Award Letter stating the Financial Aid Awards presented to them for acceptance or denial. Ineligible applicants will receive a letter stating the Reason for their Ineligibility.
How can I check on the status of my application?
You will need to check your Student Portal to ensure all documents for FAO show as completed. If your documents are complete and no award is present, then you can email faoffice@haskell.edu or call the office 785-749-8468 during normal business hours. Confidentiality measures will be strictly enforced.
What records are needed to complete my Tribal Needs Analysis?
The following records are needed:
- A completed and accurate Student Aid Report
- An Acceptance Letter on file
- All “Documents Requested” received.
- A class schedule
- A signed FERPA release on file for the entity you are requesting the FNA for.
How long does it take to complete my Needs Analysis?
Any student requesting a Needs Analysis form to be completed must have a completed Student Aid Report on file. Needs Analysis forms will not be completed until an Award Letter or a Statement of Ineligibility is completed. Once you have been awarded, the Needs Analysis form can be completed within 2-3 weeks. Please submit your Needs Analysis 2-3 weeks prior to your deadline.
What is the deadline for financial aid?
FAFSA® forms must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Central time (CT) on June 30th. Any corrections or updates must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. CT on Sept. 14th.
What happens if I WITHDRAW after I receive my financial aid?
The law requires that if you withdraw from school the amount of financial aid assistance that you have earned up to that point is determined by a specific formula. If you received more assistance than you earned, the excess funds must be returned. Once you have completed more than 60 percent (9 weeks) of the period of enrollment, you earn all of your assistance. A notification will be sent to you explaining what amount must be paid back.
