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Step 1: Log into Portal and open My FinAid, then confirm the award year is correct. 

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Step 2: Open the menu then "Documents and Messages". You can find your application status here. 

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Submit all required documents to complete your application. 

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Step 3: Review the status of each document. Check for any with the status "Not Received" that you must submit. 

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Use these guidelines to determine if action is required: 

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If the document has a hyperlink you must submit this.

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If a message is present view it to determine if action is required by you.

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Joe College must submit a tax return transcript, and the message explains how to obtain it.

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Some documents are internally processed and require no action by you. 

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This document "Counselor Review: Loan" will be processed by our staff. 

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If you are unsure if the document or message requires action by you, contact our office for clarification. 

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When you see all documents are received Congratulations!  

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Your application is complete for financial aid packaging. There is an estimated  6 to 8 week processing period 

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before you will receive notification that your award is ready.

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Financial Aid award notifications are sent to your student email. 

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Incoming freshman and transfer students are sent an award letter in the mail, as well. 

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Thanks for watching. We hope this helps you with the WOU Financial Aid process.

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