How to Apply for Financial Aid

Application Process for Students

A student must follow the steps below to apply for financial aid through Lakeland University:

Apply for Admission	Must be admitted to the university.
FAFSA	Complete the Free Application of Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) found at studentaid.gov. Please file 60 days prior to the enrollment term.
Financial Aid Application	Complete the Lakeland University Financial Aid Application via NetPartner found under quick links on the financial aid tab of my.lakeland.edu.
If Selected for Verification	Complete the verification form and submit it with the supporting tax documents and/or other documentation, as required within 30 days of the request.
Award Letter	Accept offer via NetPartner found under Quick Links on the Financial Aid tab at my.lakeland.edu.
Other Documents to Complete	If asked to complete Loan Entrance Counseling or a Master Promissory Note, go to the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov.

A student who completes this process will receive an email notification stating a financial aid offer is available online. A student has the right to accept or decline any source of assistance offered to him/her. When loans are accepted, additional online processes are required.