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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
from Scholarship Handbook
by cscp
Q: How do I know if I am a First-Generation College Student?
A: You are considered a First-Generation College Student if neither of your parents hold a fouryear Bachelor's Degree from a college or university. If you have a question about this, please email finaid@crosbyscholars.org.
Q: Where can I find my Student Aid Report?
A: You can access and download your Student Aid Report (SAR) by logging in to your FAFSA application at www.fafsa.gov with your FSA ID and password. Click "View or Print my Student Aid Report.
A: Your Financial Aid Award Letter is mailed to your home address, emailed to the email address on file with your college/university, or made available to you inside your college/university student account.
Q: What if information provided on my scholarship application changes after I have submitted my application?
A: Contact the Crosby Scholars Financial Aid Team to discuss your situation individually. Specific changes may impact your eligibility.
Q: How will I receive my scholarship funds?
A: All scholarships funds are sent directly to the scholar's chosen institution via check or electronic funds transfer (ACH.) The first half of funds are made available for use in the fall semester with the remaining half being made available for use in the spring semester. Please note that some scholarships may require the scholar to communicate information to the Crosby Scholars Financial Aid Team on an annual basis to receive spring semester funds.
Q: What is the difference between a renewable and a non-renewable scholarship?
A: A non-renewable scholarship is a scholarship that is awarded for one academic year. A renewable scholarship is a scholarship that can be awarded for more than one academic year. Some renewable scholarships may require certain criteria to be met to receive funds from year to year.
