2008-2009 Application Process for Transfer 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 |
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Required Forms |
How to Apply |
Due Dates |
CSS Profile |
Complete the 2008-2009 CSS Profile online. CSS School Codes: |
April 21, 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: 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. |
April 21, 2008 |
2007 Tax Returns & W-2 Forms |
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. If you will not file a 2007 federal tax return, you must complete the Student Tax Non-Filer Certification. |
April 21, 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. |
April 21, 2008 |