Verification & Conflicting Information

Each year, a small percentage of financial aid applications are selected for federal verification and/or additional review due to conflicting information. If selected, you will be asked to provide additional documentation so we can ensure the information provided on your financial aid application is accurate. You must completed the process before we can provide you with a financial aid offer.

Being selected for federal verification or additional review is not a reason to panic. It is a process designed to ensure accuracy and consistency across applications resulting in an aid offer that reflects your eligibility. Below, you'll find instructions on how to proceed if you're selected, along with answers to several of our most frequently asked questions.

Federal Verification vs. Conflicting Information

Applications selected for federal verification are chosen by the U.S. Department of Education, while applications that have conflicting information between the FAFSA and CSS Profile are selected for additional review by the University of Denver. In both cases, further documentation is required before we can offer financial aid.

Overview of the Process

If you're selected for federal verification or have conflicting information, we'll notify you via email so you can help us verify that the information you submitted on your financial aid application is accurate.

What to Submit

If you're selected for federal verification or have conflicting information, you'll receive an email from our office indicating what you (and your parents, if applicable) need to submit. Required documents may include:

  • Student and/or parent W-2s
  • Signed student and/or parent tax returns (including all schedules)
  • Other forms

If applying for aid for the 2025-26 academic year, tax returns and W-2s should be from 2023. Tax returns must be signed or include tax preparer information, and should include all schedules. Not all documents will be required of all students. Prospective students should log into www.du.edu/appstatus to view the specific requirements needed to complete their application. Current students should check their Financial Aid Checklist on their My4D dashboard.

When to Submit

Make sure to submit your documents as soon as possible! We're unable to generate your financial aid offer until we complete the review process.

The final deadline for federal verification is the student's last day of attendance during an academic year or June 30 of the academic year, whichever comes first. Students submitting documents after the final deadline will not be eligible for financial aid for that year.

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Required Documentation for Other Scenarios

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Frequently Asked Questions

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