Report external awards to your college and ask how they will be applied to your package.
Program rules, amounts, and dates can change. Check the linked official sources for the current cycle.
Report outside awards
Follow the financial aid office process for reporting scholarships from employers, foundations, community groups, or other sponsors.
Ask how the package may change
Treatment depends on the school’s packaging rules, total aid, cost of attendance, and program requirements. Do not assume an award always stacks on top.
Review the updated offer
Ask for an explanation of changes and keep the award notices. Confirm how funds are credited, disbursed, or restricted.