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Continuing Students

2008-2009 Application Process for Continuing Students

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 Codes:

  • Columbia College: 2116
  • Fu Foundation School of Engineering & Applied Science: 2111

Profile data will be sent electronically from CSS to Columbia so you do not need to send us copies or printouts of your application.

May 5, 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 Codes:

  • Columbia College: E00485
  • Fu Foundation School of Engineering & Applied Science: E00486

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.

May 5, 2008
College Board IDOC Renewal Packet

Download College Board IDOC Renewal Packet:

  • College Board IDOC Cover Sheet
  • Columbia Federal Verification Worksheet
  • Columbia Undergrad Fin Aid Continuing Student Renewal Application
  • Signed copies of parent & Student 2007 federal income tax returns and W-2 forms. Please do not send state tax returns
  • Additional Forms:
    • Business/Farm tax Documents
    • Noncustodial Parent Information
    • Letter of special circumstances

Mail to:
The College Board IDOC
PO Box 4017
Mount Vernon, IL 62864

May 5, 2008