Forms & Applications

As a student or parent, you may need to access specific forms and applications. Whether you need scholarship forms, loan forms, or other paperwork related to your financial aid, access the forms below.

Important information for form/document submission

DocuSign

DocuSign forms are completed electronically through a direct link, NOT manually (PDF).

  • A validation code will be sent to the email submitted on the DocuSign landing page.  DO NOT DELETE this validation code email.  This code will be needed again to return or view the completed form.
  • Read instructions carefully on the landing page of the DocuSign you are completing.  Have required documentation ready to attach directly to the DocuSign form. 

If the form you are completing is a DocuSign, you DO NOT need to submit via the One Stop for Student Services unless it states otherwise.  The form will be automatically routed and processed.

PDF

PDF forms are completed manually and submitted via the One Stop for Student Services, using the "SUBMIT DOCUMENTS" option online. 

If you need to submit forms/documents in person, you may use the One Stop drop box located on the first floor of the Library at the Kent Campus. Please check the Library hours for availability. If your PDF forms/documents do not need to be submitted in person, you can also submit them by mail or fax to (330) 672-6001. If you are required to submit your forms to a Regional Campus, please check with your Regional Campus representative for hours of availability. 

Visit the One Stop for Student Services if you have any further questions.

2023-2024 Verification Forms

2023-2024 VERIFICATION FORMS

If your FAFSA was selected for verification, the One Stop for Student Services will notify you through email and/or your FlashLine account. We will let you know what forms must be submitted to our office. You need to submit a form only if it was requested by the One Stop for Student Services.  The forms are provided online for your convenience.

If your document needs to be returned in person, please check the library hours or with your Regional Campus student services area for hours of availability.  You can also return forms in a PDF format by mail.  Please see your form for details on if it needs to be returned in person.

These forms are related to the 2023-2024 FAFSA and for those students attending Summer 2023, Fall 2023 and/or Spring 2024.

DocuSign forms are completed electronically through a direct link, NOT manually (PDF).

  1. A validation code will be sent to the email submitted on the DocuSign landing page.  DO NOT DELETE the validation code email.  This code will be needed again to return or view the completed form. 
  2. Read instructions carefully on the landing page of the DocuSign you are completing.  Have required documentation ready to attach directly to the DocuSign form. 

If the form you are completing is a DocuSign, you DO NOT need to submit via the One Stop for Student Services unless it states otherwise.  The form will be automatically routed and processed. 

2022-2023 Verification Forms

If your FAFSA was selected for verification, the One Stop for Student Services will notify you through email and/or your FlashLine account. We will let you know what forms must be submitted to our office. You need to submit a form only if it was requested by the One Stop for Student Services.  The forms are provided online for your convenience.

If your document needs to be returned in person, please check the library hours or with your Regional Campus student services area for hours of availability.  You can also return forms in a PDF format by mail.  Please see your form for details on if it needs to be returned in person.

These forms are related to the 2022-2023 FAFSA and for those students attending Summer 2022, Fall 2022 and/or Spring 2023.

DocuSign forms are completed electronically through a direct link, NOT manually (PDF).

  1. A validation code will be sent to the email submitted on the DocuSign landing page.  DO NOT DELETE the validation code email.  This code will be needed again to return or view the completed form. 
  2. Read instructions carefully on the landing page of the DocuSign you are completing.  Have required documentation ready to attach directly to the DocuSign form. 

If the form you are completing is a DocuSign, you DO NOT need to submit via the One Stop for Student Services unless it states otherwise.  The form will be automatically routed and processed. 

Scholarship Applications and Forms
Academic Progress Forms

Appeal forms for the 2022-2023 academic year are now available.

Appeal forms for the 2023-2024 academic year will be available by mid-April 2023.

Post Undergraduate, Graduate Non-Degree, and Combined Students

2022-2023

2022-2023 Program of Study Form for Post Undergraduate Students

2022-2023 Program of Study Form for Post Undergraduate Students - Stark Campus Only

2023-2024

2023-2024 Program of Study Form for Post Undergraduate Students

Ad Hoc Consortium Agreement

Ad Hoc Consortium Agreement is an agreement between two eligible institutions that will allow you to receive Title IV aid while visiting one of the institutions.

For the 2022-2023 academic year including summer 2022, fall 2022 and/or spring 2023:

Cost of Attendance Increase Forms

2022-2023

Cost of Attendance increase requests requires you to select the type of expense that you will experience. Expenses that will be considered are tuition & fees/room & board, childcare expenses, computer expenses (up to $2500 following purchaser’s receipt), and other educational expenses.  Please complete the Flight Cost of Attendance Increase Application if you have flight expenses.

The Flight Cost of Attendance Increase form is for those students who incur additional expenses in the flight program.  Complete this form ONLY if your current cost of attendance is not an accurate representation of your actual costs/charges.

For more information regarding your overall Cost of Attendance, please visit our Cost of Attendance page, which illustrates that as well as tuition and other costs at a glance.

Education Abroad (Study Abroad/Away)

For the 2022-2023 academic year including summer 2022, fall 2022 and/or spring 2023:

Federal Work Study (Kent Campus)

This form is for Kent Campus students. If you are a regional campus student, please contact the financial aid representative at the campus where you intend to work.

If you do not see a FWS award listed on FlashLine, that means that you have not been awarded FWS.  If you would like to have your eligibility for FWS reviewed, complete the Federal Work Study Request Form.

2022- 2023 Fall/Spring Federal Work Study Request Form (DocuSign)

 

Loans

Federal Direct Loan CHANGE Request

This form is provided for students who are requesting additional Federal Direct Loan funds after the initial Award Letter was processed.  Complete the Increase form if you need to increase your Federal Direct Loan amount or if you declined Federal Direct Loan funds and now want to accept them. Complete the Decrease form if you want to reduce or cancel your Federal Direct Loan.

Federal Direct Loan Change Request Form - INCREASE (Dynamic Forms)

Federal Direct Loan Change Request Form - DECREASE (Dynamic Forms)

Graduate permission for undergraduate courses

This form is for Kent State University graduate students who register for undergraduate courses that apply to their graduate degree. 

Federal regulations governing the Federal Direct Loan and Graduate PLUS Loan Programs require that:

  • graduate students taking undergraduate courses must be enrolled at least half-time in courses that can be applied to the graduate program requirements.
  • graduate students who register for undergraduate courses provide academic approval that the undergraduate course applies to the graduate program. 

2022-2023

2022-2023 Graduate Permission for Undergraduate Courses (PDF)

Federal Direct Parent PLUS*

In addition to the Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans available to student borrowers, parents of dependent students are able to borrow additional funds under the Federal Direct Parent PLUS program. The PLUS loan requires that the parent complete and submit the PLUS Application. The parent information is forwarded to the Dept. of Education for credit evaluation.

2022-2023

*Applications for Summer Only, Fall Only and Fall/Spring 2022-2023 are now available. Applications for Spring 2023 become available in December 2022.

2022-2023 Parent PLUS Loan Application

The Parent PLUS Loan Change Form is provided for parents who are requesting a change to their Parent PLUS loan that has already been awarded to the student’s Kent State University account. 

 2022-2023 Parent PLUS Loan Change Form (DocuSign)

If you have exceptional circumstances and were approved for a PLUS loan or are unable to apply due to your citizenship or bankruptcy status, you may complete a PLUS loan Appeal form.

 2022-2023 Parent PLUS Loan Appeal Form (DocuSign)

Federal Direct PLUS for Graduate Students Application*

Federal Direct PLUS for Graduate Students is a loan from the Department of Education that allows graduate students to borrow additional funds to pay education expenses. The amount is determined by the cost of education less other financial aid including Federal Direct Loan eligibility. The Grad PLUS requires a credit evaluation. The Grad PLUS loan requires the student to complete and submit the PLUS Application. 

2022-2023

*Applications for Summer Only, Fall Only and Fall/Spring 2022-2023 are now available. Applications for Spring 2022 become available in December 2022.

2022-2023 Graduate PLUS Loan Application

The Graduate PLUS Loan Change Form is provided for students who are requesting a change to their Graduate PLUS loan that has already been awarded to their Kent State University account.  

2022-2023 Graduate PLUS Loan Change Form (DocuSign)

total and permanent disability discharge process

If you have previously completed the Total and Permanent Disability Discharge (TPDD) process, the forms below are for you to regain your eligibility to borrow new student loans or TEACH. 

Please review the terms and conditions of your Discharge.  You may be subject to a 3-year-post-discharge monitoring period.  Some additional information can be found at Federal Student Aid.

Do I have to submit this form to receive any aid?

  • No.  ONLY students wanting to borrow new federal student loans or TEACH should complete these forms.   
  • Students who have completed the TPDD process and are not looking to borrow will be packaged based on their eligibility without federal student loans or TEACH.
    • Based on your federal eligibility, you may still be awarded Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant, Federal Work Study and Merit Scholarships without changing your Disability status. 

2022-2023

2022-2023 Total and Permanent Disability Discharge Form (PDF)

2023-2024

2023-2024 Total and Permanent Disability Discharge Form (PDF)

FEDERAL NURSING STUDENT LOAN

This form is for students enrolled in eligible nursing programs at Kent, Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Stark or Tuscarawas campuses.  Complete this form if you want to be considered for Nursing Loan funds in Fall and/or Spring.  Once you submit the form, it will be reviewed by the financial aid office for eligibility.  Please see the Nursing Loan eligibility criteria.  

2022-2023

2022-2023 Federal Nursing Loan Request Form (DocuSign)

Private Loans

This form is provided for students who are requesting a change on the original request of the private loan requested with the lender in which they are borrowing.  The eligibility for a loan to be canceled or reduced depends on the timing of the request.  We cannot guarantee that a loan can be reduced or canceled upon request. 

2022-2023

2022-2023 Private Loan Change Form (DocuSign)

Special Circumstance Application

Applications are available for the 2023-2024 academic year (Summer 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024). If you have a special circumstance for the current year, please contact your regional campus or the One Stop For Student Services.

Learn more about Special Circumstance

Request to Cancel Aid

This form is to be completed for cancellation of aid for an upcoming semester.

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