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IMPORTANT DETAILS FOR NEED BASED & MERIT RECIPIENTS 2009-2010

The professional staff in the Office of Student Financial Assistance looks forward to working with you and your family to assist with the financing of your educational expenses during your academic career.

The Financial Aid Source Book is designed to acquaint you with the various aid programs administered by The George Washington University and to share with you the answers to questions most frequently asked by students and their parents. Hopefully, you will find this information helpful in understanding your financial aid award. Above all, carefully read your award letter for special instructions or personalized information printed on the letter itself.

We know some families will find it easier to handle that obligation if they can spread out their payments or borrow, so we have also included sections on University Payment Plans and Financing Options for your convenience. Also, you may want to visit the Colonial Central web site (http://www.colonialcentral.gwu.edu) to learn more.

Please be assured that every consideration has been given to you in our evaluation of your application.

We believe that your award coupled with your expected family contribution, a set tuition that will not increase, and modest adjustments to housing and food costs, will make it possible for you to plan accordingly and with confidence to meet your financial obligations to the University.

Please visit our web site (http://gwired.gwu.edu/finaid) to learn more about the financial aid process, procedures on applying for loans, download forms, and more information as it relates to financial assistance. The GW web site will be updated on current issues related to the Office and provide information/links to award notification(s) and other important subjects.

Should you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Again, welcome to GW!

Daniel E. Small, Executive Director

Office of Student Financial Assistance