2008-2009 Application Process for Combined Plan Applicants
The following information will help you determine which applications and forms you need to complete and the dates you should submit them.
| U.S. Citizens and Eligible Non-Citizens | ||
|---|---|---|
| Required Forms | How to Apply | Due Dates |
CSS Profile |
Complete the 2008-2009 CSS Profile online. CSS School Code: |
March 1, 2008 |
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) |
Complete the 2008-2009 FAFSA online. Please note that the 2008-2009 FAFSA will not be available until after January 1, 2008 FAFSA School Code: Be sure to sign your FAFSA either electronically with a PIN number provided by the Department of Education or by printing out and mailing a FAFSA signature sheet to the processor. More information on PIN numbers will be found at www.pin.ed.gov. |
March 1, 2008 |
2007 Tax Returns & |
Submit signed copies of your and your parents’ 2007 federal tax returns (including all schedules, W-2 forms, and any business returns). If your parents will not file a 2007 federal tax return, they must submit a Parent Tax Non-Filer certification. |
March 1, 2008 |
CSS Noncustodial Profile |
If you indicated on the CSS Profile that your parents are divorced, separated, or were never married then your non-custodial parent will need to complete the CSS Noncustodial Profile. You will be sent an e-mail which will contain a link and login instructions for the Noncustodial Profile website that you will need to forward to your noncustodial parent. In addition, your noncustodial parent must send a copy of their 2007 tax return directly to Columbia. |
March 1, 2008 |