Important Financial Aid Updates for Families of Continuing 91ÊÓƵ Students
As we prepare for the 2026–2027 academic year, 91ÊÓƵ’s Financial Aid Office is sharing several important reminders for families of continuing students, including FAFSA filing information, financial aid requirements, academic progress policies, and upcoming federal aid changes. As a reminder, students should continue checking their 91ÊÓƵ email regularly for important updates and notifications.
Complete Financial Aid Requirements Early
As the new academic year approaches, families are encouraged to remind their students to and complete any outstanding 2026–2027 financial aid requirements as soon as possible. Financial aid cannot be finalized until all required documents have been submitted and reviewed.
Completing requirements and resolving balances early can help students avoid late fees and ensure a smoother start to the semester.
It’s Not Too Late to File the FAFSA
Continuing students who have not yet filed the 2026–2027 FAFSA still have time to do so. When , students should use the appropriate 91ÊÓƵ school code:
- New York City Campus: 002791
- Pleasantville Campus: 002792
Understanding Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
To remain eligible for federal and institutional financial aid, students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), which includes both QPA and course completion requirements.
91ÊÓƵ reviews SAP at the end of each spring semester. Students who are not meeting SAP standards may be at risk of losing financial aid beginning in Summer 2026, including merit scholarships, 91ÊÓƵ grants, Federal Direct Loans, and other aid programs.
Students who may need to improve their QPA are encouraged to consider Summer 2026 coursework at 91ÊÓƵ. Please note that summer courses must be taken at 91ÊÓƵ in order to count toward a student’s 91ÊÓƵ QPA.
Families looking for additional information can visit 91ÊÓƵ’s SAP webpage to learn more about the policy and appeal process.
Stay Informed About Upcoming Federal Financial Aid Changes
Beginning July 1, 2026, new federal financial aid regulations tied to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), enacted on July 4, 2025, will take effect.
These updates may impact student eligibility, borrowing limits, and financial aid processing. Families are encouraged to stay informed by reviewing 91ÊÓƵ’s OBBBA website and the Federal Student Aid changes chart (PDF) as additional guidance becomes available.
A Reminder for Families of Graduating Students
For families celebrating a graduating senior in the Class of 2026, congratulations!
Students who borrowed Federal Direct Student Loans during their time at 91ÊÓƵ are required to before graduation.
We’re Here to Help
The Financial Aid Office is available Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is here to support students and families throughout the financial aid process. Contact us by phone at (877) 672-1830, or encourage your student to or schedule an appointment.