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Current Questions
The Current Questions page is designed to list the most common currently asked questions of our office, so you may want to check back often for timely updates.

Current Questions was last updated on: 5/30/2008

08-09 Financial Aid Award Letters
Q. When will I receive my 08-09 Financial Aid Award Letter?
A. If you have not yet received your award letter and you have already submitted a FAFSA, we anticpate that your Financial Aid Awards will be mailed out in June. We appreciate your patience at this time.

Accessing your Financial Aid Information Online
Q. How do I view my financial aid awards and updates online?
A. (1.) Log onto http://flashline.kent.edu (2.) Sign in using your @kent.edu username and password (3.) Click on the "Student Tools" on the menu bar (4.) Under "My Account"Financial Aid" Click Summer or Fall 2008 (5.) View all information under Financial Aid Status, Eligibility and Awards. If you need assistance with your username and password, please call the KSU Help Desk at: (330)672-HELP
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Summer Aid

Q. What is the deadline to apply for summer financial aid?
A. We will accept summer aid requests througout the summer until August 16th. Please expect a processing time of 2-3 weeks. Be sure to complete the 08-09 FAFSA, register for classes, and complete the online summer aid request form.
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FAFSA

Q. When is the deadline to complete the FAFSA?
A. The priority processing deadline is March 1st. To meet this deadline, submit the online FAFSA or paper FAFSA to the Federal Processor by February 1st. However, financial aid is awarded year-round on a rolling basis. Students who miss the priority processing deadline will still be considered for Financial Aid and should submit the FAFSA within a timely manner.

Office Hours
Q. What are the Student Financial Aid Office hours?
A. Our office is open from 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. Appointments are not necessary. A walk-in counselor is available to meet with you in-person and our phone counselors are available during business hours. We remain open during winter & spring breaks. The Student Financial Aid website is always available 24/7 to provide in depth Financial Aid information and assistance.
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Summer Financial Aid
Q. I plan to attend summer school, how do I apply for summer financial aid?
A. To request summer aid, you must complete 3 steps: 1) Submit the 2008-2009 FAFSA, 2) Register for Summer classes, and 3)Submit the Summer Aid Request form on our website (see the link below). Please allow 2-3 weeks for your summer aid request to process.
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Refund Checks
Q. When will I receive my refund check?
A. By federal regulation, Financial Aid disburses 10 days before the start of each semester. To determine the amount of your refund and when it will process, please refer to your Flashline Bursar's Account or contact the Bursars Office for all questions regarding refunds. Their phone number is: (330) 672-2626.
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