At OCC, we know financial aid can be a confusing process with lots of case by case basis situations. If you have any questions about the below processes, please reach out to us at 315-498-2000 or [email protected].
Special Circumstances
Use this form when your family has experienced significant changes from what you originally filled out on the 2020-2021 FAFSA.
Dependency Override Form
Looking to be considered an independent student for Federal Financial Aid purposes? Fill out the below form.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal
Use this form if you experienced extenuating circumstances during your semester which effected your Federal and/or State financial aid eligibility.
Examples of extenuating circumstances:
- Accident or injury requiring hospitalization and recovery
- Call to military active duty with short response time
- Death of an immediate family member
- Fire or other catastrophic events
- Medical issues requiring extensive follow-up care
Appeal decisions will be made prior to the start of each semester for appeals submitted by the published deadline. Appeals submitted after the deadline will have decisions made on a rolling basis regardless of if you are financially liable for your registered courses.
Complete the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal Form