Financial Aid Verification

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Financial Aid Verification

Verification is a federal process that requires some students to confirm the information reported on their FAFSA.

Each year, the U.S. Department of Education selects certain FAFSA applications for review. If you are selected, Wentworth must verify specific information before federal financial aid can be finalized.

You will be notified in your FAFSA Submission Summary (formerly Student Aid Report), and by Student Financial Services with instructions on what documents are required.

Depending on your situation, you may be asked to provide documentation such as:

  • Federal tax return information (if not transferred through the IRS Direct Data Exchange)
  • W-2 forms
  • Verification worksheets
  • Proof of household size or other requested items

Important Deadlines

Verification must be completed before federal financial aid can be disbursed. Students should submit all items as early as possible to allow for processing time or by July 11th for the fall semester. This allows time for processing prior to the bill due date.

We strongly encourage you to submit all requested documents as soon as possible. Delays in completing verification may result in:

  • Delayed financial aid
  • Adjustments to your aid eligibility
  • Cancellation of aid if verification is not completed within required federal timelines

If additional information or corrections are needed, we will notify you through your Wentworth email account.

Student Forms

Both new and returning students use Student Forms to submit financial aid documents online. This secure, paperless system means you don’t need to print or mail anything.

If you’re using Student Forms for the first time, you’ll be prompted to create an account. After that, you can log in using your Wentworth credentials. You’ll also have the option to sign up for text message updates.

Once logged in, you can:

  • View your required financial aid documents

  • Complete forms online

  • Electronically sign (e-sign) your documents

If you are a dependent student, you can send an e-signature request directly to your parent if their signature is required.

After you submit your forms, Student Financial Services will review them. You’ll receive an email if additional documents are needed or if corrections are required.

Important: All official communication is sent to your Wentworth email account, so please check it regularly. If you have questions at any time, we’re here to help.

To obtain a copy of your IRS Tax Return Transcript

Note: Tax transcripts should not be sent to Wentworth Institute of Technology. Please have this form sent to you directly and then upload it to Student Forms.

Providing Parent/Spouse Information

Wentworth Institute of Technology adheres to the basic premise that you and your parent(s) or spouse have the primary responsibility for financing your education. Financial aid is intended to assist with the educational expenses that remain after your family's resources have been considered. Therefore, all applicants must provide their parent’s or spouse’s information when completing the FAFSA.