1Financial Aid FAQ
GW Tuition, Billing and Financial Aid FAQs
Tuition and Billing 2
GW Student Portal 4
Financial Aid at George Washington 5
Free Application for Federal Student Aid 7
Direct Unsubsidized Loan 8
Direct Graduate PLUS Loan 10
Loan Deferment and Repayment 13
Military Education Benefits 14
Tax Benefits for Education 16
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Financial Aid FAQ
Tuition and Billing
How much does the MPH@GW program cost?
Tuition is based on the number of credits for which
you register. Current tuition rates can be found
on the MPH@GW program tuition and nancial
aidpage.
Are there additional fees assessed on top
oftuition?
Visit the Student Accounts page for information
ongraduate tuition and fees.
Can any fees be waived for online students?
Fees cannot be waived for online students.
How much is the enrollment deposit, and when is
itdue?
There is a $300 non-refundable enrollment deposit
due once admitted.
Can I use nancial aid to cover the deposit?
Federal student aid cannot be used to pay
thedeposit.
Will I be able to view my award package before
submitting the deposit?
You will need to pay the enrollment deposit prior to
viewing your award package.
When will I receive a tuition bill and when is
payment due?
Payment deadlines are listed on the Student
Accounts page.
How do I view my bill?
The George Washington University bills by semester
according to registration. Statements are available
approximately 4-6 weeks prior to the start of the Fall
and Spring semesters and approximately 3-4 weeks
prior to the Summer semester. An email notication
is sent when the bill is ready to view. We do not mail
paper statements; all billing is done electronically
through the Student Account eBill.Students always
have access to their eBill and Student Account status
through GWeb. Students are strongly encouraged
to check their Student Account regularly to ensure
that the account is in good standing. Students
can add Authorized Users (e.g., a parent, relative,
spouse, etc.) so they may also review account activity
and/or make online payments on the Student
Account’spage.
What are the accepted forms of payment?
For students using personal funds the accepted
forms of payments are electronic checks, credit
cards, or paper checks.
How does my employer go about paying the
school?
Information about Third Party Billing can be found
atthe Student Accounts page.
Are payment plan options available for online
students?
The GW Student Accounts Ofce provides an
option to pay tuition in monthly payments, with
xed due dates for each term. The monthly payment
plan enables students or their authorized users
to pay current Fall and Spring semester tuition
and fees in ve equal payments per semester and
current Summer semester tuition in three equal
payments. Read more information on the Monthly
PaymentPlan.
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What are the consequences if my tuition bill is not
paid when classes begin?
The Student Accounts Ofce applies nancial
holds for outstanding balances, returned checks
and bad addresses. These holds prevent students
from registering for additional courses, receiving
transcripts and receiving their diploma.
If I’m eligible to receive a refund, what is
theprocess?
Student accounts that have been overpaid will
show a credit balance. Refunds resulting from the
crediting of Title IV funds will be automatically
generated within time frames as required by federal
regulations. For all other refunds, students can
choose to leave the credit on the account to apply
to a future term, move all or a portion of the credit
to their GWorld card, or request a refund. For the
policy and procedures for refunds, please review
theStudent Tuition Refund Policy.
What is the Title IV Authorization?
By completing the Title IV Authorization, found in
MyGW, GW can apply your federal aid to all your
charges, such as medical insurance, parking nes
and other miscellaneous charges.
Who can I contact at GW for billing and
paymentquestions?
For questions regarding billing and payments,
connect with the Student Accounts Ofce.
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Financial Aid FAQ
GW Student Portal
What is GW student portal?
Your MyGW account includes access to academic
records, billing, nancial aid, direct deposit set up,
and more. You will need your GW ID and Password
to log into MyGW.
How do I set up my GW ID and Password?
The GWeb Information System, sometimes referred
to as Banner or Banner Self Service, allows online
access to GW student services, such as registering
for classes, viewing student accounts, viewing
grades and accepting nancial aid. Students are
assigned a GWeb account and pin when they have
been accepted and signied their intent to attend
GW, by paying a deposit. Faculty and staff are
assigned a GWeb account and pin as part of the
Human Resources hiring and intake process.
To log into GWeb, you must use your GWid,
which is an alphanumeric value used to identify
an individual’s records within GW’s administrative
systems. Your GWid is the letter G followed by an
8-digit number. You must also use a PIN, which is
usually a 6-digit number, to log in to the GWeb
Information System. If you have forgotten your
GWid, you may submit a GWid retrieval request.
How do I set up my GW email address?
For information regarding setting up your GW
emailaddress please visit the “Activate your
GWemail” webpage.
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Financial Aid FAQ
Financial Aid at GW
Does GW offer internal scholarships to
onlinestudents?
GW awards both merit-based scholarships and
partner organization benets to outstanding
students whose professional and academic
achievements set them apart as leaders in the eld.
Please feel free to reach out to your Admissions
Counselor about scholarship opportunities.
Are there GW specic supplemental nancial aid
forms I need to complete?
If you plan to apply for federal student aid, you will
need to complete the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA), Entrance Counseling, and
electronically sign the Loan Agreement Master
Promissory Note (MPN) in order for your loans to
disburse. Complete Loan Counseling on the Federal
Student Aid website. You are also required to
complete the Loan Questionnaire Form if you plan
to apply for the Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan
or an alternative/private loan.
What federal student aid is available to
graduatestudents?
The types of federal student aid graduate students
are eligible to apply for include the Federal Direct
Unsubsidized Loan and the Federal Direct Graduate
PLUS loan. Learn more about the types of federal
student aid.
Why are graduate students not eligible for the
Federal Pell Grant or the Federal Subsidized Loan?
The Department of Education awards Federal Pell
Grants and Direct Subsidized Loans to eligible
undergraduate students who demonstrate nancial
need and have not yet completed their bachelor’s
degrees. The Department of Education does not
evaluate need or income for loans at the graduate
orprofessional level. Therefore, graduate students
are not eligible for the Federal Pell Grant nor the
Direct Subsidized Loan.
Are there academic requirements I must meet to
receive federal student aid?
Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic
Progress (SAP) to continue receiving nancial aid.
What is the minimum number of credits required
toreceive federal student aid?
You must be registered for a minimum of 4.5 credits
during the Fall and Spring semesters, and 3 credits
for the Summer semester in order to be eligible for
federal student aid.
What are private loans?
Private education loans, also known as alternative
loans, are offered by private lenders to help students
bridge the gap between the cost of education and
the amount the government allows you to borrow
in federal loans. Lenders offer private educational
loans with different rates, fees, repayment terms,
andapproval requirements.
Does GW recommend specic private lenders?
There are no private lenders recommended by GW.
Students will need to research private education
lenders to assist them with their tuition.
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When will I receive my nancial aid award?
Financial aid awards are typically prepared within
4-6 weeks of completing the FAFSA.
How do I accept my nancial aid award?
You can do this by logging into your GWeb by using
your GWID and PIN. Once logged in, please follow
the steps below to access your award:
1. Click on Student Financial Aid Menu
2. Click on My Award Information
3. Click on Award by Aid Year
4. Select 2020-2021 Financial Aid Year from the
aid year drop-down menu
5. Click on the “Accept Award” tab on the top
6. You will see options to accept/decline loan
funding and to enter the amount (if any) you
wish to borrow.
Am I required to accept the full amount that I am
offered on my award letter?
No, you do not have to accept the full amount
offered. Students are encouraged to borrow only
what is needed. You can choose to accept all, part,
or none of your nancial aid award. Once all your
requirements are completed, and your loan is
posted on your student account, you can accept/
decline on your GWeb.
Does my Direct Loan eligibility cover the entire
cost of the program?
Assuming you are eligible for both the Direct
Unsubsidized Loan and the Direct Graduate PLUS
Loan, you can request enough aid to cover the full
Cost of Attendance for the entirety of your program.
How soon will loans disburse to my
studentaccount?
Disbursements begin on the rst day of classes
each term (spring I and spring II are combined into
one spring term with one disbursement), provided
all disbursement requirements are satised. Please
note that GW disburses aid based on the campus
academic calendar.
When disbursement runs, it pays any charges that
you have on your account. Following that, the
refund process is a separate process and is initiated
after the disbursement. Make sure that you enroll in
direct deposit to receive your refund faster.
Can I use loans to cover additional expenses such
as living expenses, books, supplies, etc.?
Your cost of attendance (COA) for the academic
year includes direct expenses including tuition
and fees as well as indirect expenses including
housing, meals, books, transportation, and
personal/miscellaneous items. If there is eligibility
for additional loan funds based on the COA, you
are able to use those resources to cover expenses
such as books, supplies, and other miscellaneous
expenses. You can nd your COA in GWeb under
the nancial assistance tab under the appropriate
academic year.
Who can I contact at GW for nancial
aidquestions?
If you have any questions about tuition and nancial
aid at GW, please contact the Milken Institute School
of Public Health (SPH) Financial Aid Team by calling
202-994-1950 or email GWSPH[email protected].
Youcan also schedule a 30-minute phone or in-
person appointment.
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Financial Aid FAQ
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
What is the FAFSA?
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA) is the application the Department of
Education uses to determine if you are eligible to
receive federal student aid.
Where can I nd the FAFSA?
The FAFSA is available online at Studentaid.gov.
TheFAFSA is a free application; you will not be asked
to pay. You can also complete the FAFSA on the
myStudentAid App. The GW school code is 001444.
Do I need to include my social security number
(SSN) in my application for admission to be eligible
for aid?
Yes, you will need to include your SSN in your
application for admissions, in order for GW to
retrieve your FAFSA from the federal database.
Please contact the SPH Financial Aid Team by
calling202-994-1950 if you nd any discrepancies
or a missing SSN. Please do not provide your SSN
via email.
Do I need my parents’ tax information to complete
the FAFSA?
If you are applying for graduate school, you are
considered an independent student, and do
not need to include your parents’ information to
complete the FAFSA.
What is the Expected Family Contribution (EFC)?
The Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is a
measurement of your ability to contribute toward
your educational costs. As a graduate/professional
student your EFC is not a factor in your eligibility for
federal student loans.
When should I complete the FAFSA?
The FAFSA is available every October 1st for the
upcoming academic year. New students planning
to use federal student aid should complete a FAFSA
while applying for admission. You do not need to
wait until you are admitted to complete the FAFSA.
Continuing students will need to submit a FAFSA
each year they plan to receive federal student aid.
Please reference the chart below to determine
whichFAFSA to complete based on your desired
start date:
Start Term FAFSA Year
January 2021 Spring 1 2020–2021
April 2021 Spring 2 2020–2021
July 2021 Summer 2020–2021
September 2021 Fall 2021–2022
Do I need to complete the FAFSA each year?
Yes. Because eligibility for federal student aid does
not carry over from one award year to the next, you
will need to complete the FAFSA for each award
year for which you are or plan to be a student.
What constitutes an academic year for federal
student aid?
An academic year at GW starts in the fall and ends
in the summer. This is used to calculate your federal
eligibility for one academic year.
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Financial Aid FAQ
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan
What is the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan?
The Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan is a federal
loan offered to students to h elp with the cost of
education. The Federal Unsubsidized Loan is not
based on income or nancial need. There is an
annual limit to the unsubsidized loan as well as a
lifetime eligibility limit.
What criteria is used to determine eligibility for
federal student aid?
In order to apply for federal student aid, you must:
• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
• Have a valid Social Security Number (SSN)
• Be registered with Selective Service, if you
are male (must register between the ages of
18 and 25), or meet the waiver requirement
• Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an
eligible degree program
• Be enrolled at least half-time (4.5 credits in
the fall/spring and 3 credits in the summer)
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress (SAP)
• Not currently be in default on previous
federal student loans
• Not have exceeded the maximum aggregate
loan limit
Learn more about federal student aid eligibility
criteria on the Federal Student Aid website.
What is the aggregate loan limit?
The aggregate loan limit is the total amount
that you may borrow in federal student loans for
undergraduate and graduate study. In addition
to borrowing limitations based on the cost of
attendance for the program, students are also
limited in terms of lifetime borrowing. The
aggregate loan limit for MHA@GW is $224,000.
If the total loan amount you receive over the course
of your education reaches the aggregate loan
limit, you are not eligible to receive additional
unsubsidized loans. However, if you repay some
of your loans to bring your outstanding loan debt
below the aggregate loan limit, you could then
borrow again, up to the amount of your remaining
eligibility under the aggregate loan limit. You can
learn more about graduate annual loan limits on the
Federal Student Aid website.
How do I nd out if I am near my aggregate
loanlimit?
Log in on the StudentAid.gov homepage to view
your federal student loan borrowing history, and
loan servicer details. Please note that private
education loans are not listed on this site.
Studentsin default are not eligible for additional
federal loans. Contact your lender for default
resolution options.
What is the difference between a Direct
Unsubsidized Loan and a Direct Subsidized Loan?
Direct Subsidized Loans are available to
undergraduate students with nancial need.
Graduate students are not eligible for subsidized
loans. The U.S. Department of Education pays the
interest on subsidized loans while students are
enrolled in their undergraduate program.
The Direct Unsubsidized Loan is available to
undergraduate and graduate students and does
not require demonstration of nancial need.
The Unsubsidized Loan begins accruing interest
as soon as funds are disbursed. Learn more
about thedifference between unsubsidized and
subsidizedloans.
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How much am I eligible for with the Direct
Unsubsidized Loan?
Most graduate level students are potentially eligible
to receive up to $20,500 per academic year in
Direct Unsubsidized Loans. These amounts are
based on maximum annual loan limits for students
who have not reached their aggregate lifetime
loan limit. Learn more about graduate annual
loan limits. Students in the MPH@GW and MHA@
GW are eligible to receive an additional $12,778
in unsubsidized loans if both fall and spring term
unsubsidized funds have been fully exhausted.
How do I apply for the Direct Unsubsidized Loan?
To apply for the Direct Unsubsidized Loan, you
must complete and submit the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
What is the current Direct Unsubsidized Loan
interest rate?
The Direct Unsubsidized Loan interest rate is
determined on an annual basis. Learn more about
interest rates on the Federal Student Aid website.
Are there any additional loan fees for the Direct
Unsubsidized Loan?
There is a loan origination fee that is a percentage
of the total loan amount. The loan origination fee
is deducted from each loan disbursement you
receive. Information on unsubsidized and PLUS loan
origination fees can be found on the Interest Rates
and Fees page of the Federal Student Aid website.
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Financial Aid FAQ
Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan
What is the Direct Graduate PLUS Loan?
The Direct Graduate PLUS Loan is a federal loan
that graduate or professional degree students can
use to help pay education expenses in addition to
the Direct Unsubsidized Loan. Learn about Direct
PLUSLoans.
Do Direct PLUS Loans affect my aggregate
loanlimit?
Only Direct Subsidized/Direct Unsubsidized Loans
(formerly referred to as Stafford loans) and federal
loans made through the Federal Family Education
Loan (FFEL) Program count toward your lifetime
aggregate loan limit.
What are the eligibility criteria to apply for the
Direct Graduate PLUS Loan?
A soft credit check will be conducted when applying
for the Direct Graduate PLUS Loan. In addition to
the federal student aid eligibility criteria, applicants
cannot have an adverse credit history. If you are
denied, there are options to either appeal the
creditdecision or seek an endorser.
What are the credit criteria to receive the Direct
Graduate PLUS Loan?
One of the eligibility requirements to receive a
Graduate PLUS Loan is that you must not have
an adverse credit history. A soft credit check is
performed to determine whether a Graduate PLUS
Loan applicant meets this requirement.
How much can I borrow from the Direct Graduate
PLUS Loan?
If approved for the Grad PLUS Loan, you can borrow
up to the cost of attendance as determined by GW.
This includes direct fees: tuition and other fees, and
indirect fees: housing, food, transportation, books,
and personal/miscellaneous items. You can view a
sample cost of attendance, just note that the only
portion that will be adjusted is the number of credits
you will be enrolled in.
When can I apply for the Direct Graduate PLUS
Loan?
You can apply for the Direct Graduate PLUS Loan
within 180 days of the start of your program, or once
you are enrolled. This is to make sure that your credit
check does not expire during the academic year.
How do I apply for the Direct Graduate PLUS Loan?
1. In order to apply for the Direct Graduate
PLUS loan, you must rst complete the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
2. Apply for the loan at Studentaid.gov and click
on the “in school” tab. Click on the second link
on the right-hand side titled “Apply for a PLUS
Loan for Graduate School.”
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You will then be taken to another page that
will allow you to log in using your FSA ID
andpassword:
• Check “yes” for the last question: “If you will
register for fewer than 4.5 credits in the fall
or spring semesters, or less than 3 over the
summer term, will you submit a Half-Time/
Full-Time Certication Request with your
advisor?”
• To be on the safe side, please print and sign
the form.
Once you’re done, email the form to
[email protected] and cc GWSPH[email protected].
What are the next steps if I’m approved for the
Direct Graduate PLUS Loan?
If approved, complete the Master Promissory Note
for the PLUS Loan. Make sure you complete the
PLUS MPN even if you completed the unsubsidized
MPN. These are two different promissory notes.
Please go to Studentaid.gov and click on the “in
school” tab. On the right-hand click on “complete
a loan agreement (master promissory note)”. This
will take you to another page, and you will want to
complete the loan agreement for the unsubsidized
loan, which is the rst option. Log in with your FSA
ID and password, the same one that you use to log
in to your FAFSA.
You will also want to complete the Entrance
Counseling. You can do this by returning to the
main page on Studentaid.gov and click on the “in
school” tab. The 4th option on the right is “complete
entrance counseling,” which will take you to another
page to complete it. Again, you will log in with your
FSA ID and password.
3. Make sure you complete the Supplementary
Loan Questionnaire:
Ɖ Please keep in mind that a loan fee applies
to each disbursement, which will reduce
the net loan. The current loan fee is 4.236%,
For example, if you borrow $10,000 in
PLUS loans, you will receive $9,576.40 (loan
minus the loan fee).
Ɖ If you are borrowing for 2 semesters, please
make sure that you double the loan. For
example if you want $5,000 for the fall and
$5,000 in the spring make sure you borrow
the total $10,000.
• In Section 2, choose the semester for which
you would like the loan.
• Select where your courses are held.
• For the number of credits, please make sure
you include the credits for all terms under the
correct campus.
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This is a screen shot of the studentaid.gov website
with the links needed to complete highlighted:
Second link for Loan Agreement will take you to this
What are my options if I’m denied the Direct
Graduate PLUS Loan?
If you are denied the Graduate PLUS loan, you may
add an endorser or follow the instructions on the
Department of Education’s website to appeal the
denial.
What is the Direct Graduate PLUS Loan current
interest rate?
The Direct Graduate PLUS Loan interest rate is
determined at the beginning of each academic year,
and is available on the Federal Student Aid website’s
Interest Rates and Fees page.
Are there any additional loan fees for the Direct
Graduate PLUS Loan?
There is a loan origination fee that is a percentage
of the total loan amount. The loan origination fee
is deducted from each loan disbursement you
receive. Information on Direct Graduate PLUS Loan
origination fees can be found on the Interest Rates
and Fees page of the Federal Student Aid website.
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Financial Aid FAQ
Loan Deferment and Repayment
Do I have to repay my student loans while I’m
inschool?
You are not required to make any payments on
your student loans while you are enrolled at least
half-time. Repayment for federal loans begins
6months after you drop-below half-time enrollment
or graduate from the program. Your servicer will
contact you with information on how to set up your
payment when you enter repayment.
You can also request to pay the interest while you
are in school in order to avoid capitalization on your
loans. Capitalization occurs when your borrowed
amount and interest combine and charge interest
on the total amount. This occurs when loans go
into repayment. If you are interested in enrolling in
interest payments, contact your servicer after your
loan is disbursed.
Most private loans also have deferred payment
options while you are in school; however, you will
need to check with your loan servicer.
When do I have to repay my loan?
After you graduate, leave school, or drop below
half-time enrollment, you will have a 6-month grace
period before you are required to begin repayment.
During this period, you’ll receive repayment
information from your loan servicer, and you will be
notied of your rst payment due date. Payments
are usually due monthly. You are not required to pay
while in school, however if you choose to, there is no
penalty to begin making payments on your loan or
the interest. Learn more about repayment timelines.
What are the repayment plan options and how
do I select one?
The Department of Education (ED) offers multiple
options for repayment. You may visit the DOE website
for more information on loan repayment plans.
Is there a repayment calculator or estimator
that I can use?
Yes, visit the ED website for repayment calculators.
Can I consolidate my graduate loans and my
undergraduate loans?
A Direct Consolidation Loan allows you to
consolidate (combine) multiple federal education
loans into one loan including both graduate and
undergraduate loans. The result is a single monthly
payment instead of multiple payments. This can
be an option for some, be sure to review all the
requirements. Learn more about loan consolidation.
Are there any loan forgiveness options available?
In certain circumstances, all or a portion of a
borrower’s federal student loans may be forgiven
under the federal government’s loan forgiveness
program. Please review the Department of
Education website for more information on
federalloan forgiveness programs.
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Financial Aid FAQ
Military Education Benets
How do I apply for military education benets?
To begin the process of applying for eligible military
education benets, visit the U.S. Department of
Veterans Affairs website. Questions regarding
eligibility should be directed to the VA at
1-(888)-442-4551.
Are there scholarship opportunities or tuition
discounts for military students or family members
There are several scholarships available to military-
afliated students, available from the George
Washington University (GW), from Military and
Veteran Services, and from outside sources.
What documents are required to process military
education benets?
Visit VA.gov to access and manage your VA
education benets. If you are applying for Post-
9/11 GI Bill benets, complete the Education
Benets Application, which generates a request
for a Certicate of Eligibility (COE). The COE is
mailed to you within 6-8 weeks from submitting the
application. A copy of the COE must be provided to
the Ofce of Military and Veteran Student Services.
After being admitted to GW, follow the steps
on the Admitted Students Checklist to use your
educationalbenets.
What are the eligibility factors for the
Post 9/11 GI bill?
You are potentially eligible if you have at least
90days of aggregate active duty service after
Sept.10, 2001, and are still on active duty, or
if you are an honorably discharged Veteran
or were discharged with a service-connected
disability after 30 days, you may be eligible for this
VA-administered program. Learn more about the
Post-9/11 GI Bill.
How often do I need to request recertication?
As soon as you register for courses, be sure to
complete your ”Request for Certication” through
the GWeb Information System by going to the
Veteran Menu in “Student Records and Registration”
and selecting “Veteran Certication Request.”
This request needs to be submitted before every
semester you wish to use benets.
Will my military benets cover the entire cost
of the program?
Please visit the GI Bill comparison tool to view what
your VA benets will cover at GW.
Students who are at the 100% eligibility rating
for Post 9/11 GI Bill and are eligible for the Yellow
Ribbon Program typically have little to no out of
pocket cost for year-round full-time enrollment.
How are Post-9/11 GI Bill® benets calculated
atGW?
Military and Veteran Services reports all applicable
tuition and fees to the VA. Per VA policy, all tuition
specic scholarships are deducted from what is
billed to the VA.
What other military benets does GW accept
asidefrom the Post-9/11 GI Bill?
The George Washington University is committed to
providing our student veterans, dependents, and
military personnel with excellence in service through
timely and accurate benet processing, high-quality
customer service, and supportive community-
building activities. In addition to assistance with
education benets, students will have access
to career, social, and wellness/mindfulness
programmatic activities.
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What is the deadline to apply for VA
educationbenets?
Students must request certication before the
add/drop period in a given semester to avoid
incurring late fees or nance charges related to an
accountbalance.
What are current rates of benets including the
Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA)?
The tuition and fee payment rate, and MHA are
determined at the beginning of each military
academic year on August 1st. The current rate table
is located on the Education and Training page of the
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs site.
Because GW is a private university, students who
receive Post-9/11 GI Bill benets are subject to
a maximum tuition and fee reimbursement per
academic year (August 1 through July 31). The
amount of the national cap changes each year on
August 1, and is available to be used from August 1
to July 31 of the following year.
When VA benets are calculated, the amount of
this national cap must be expended before Yellow
Ribbon Program benets can be awarded.
What is the Yellow Ribbon Program (YRP)?
The Yellow Ribbon Program allows degree-granting
colleges and universities to voluntarily enter into
an agreement with the VA to fund tuition and fee
expenses that exceed the national maximum per
academic year.
Participating institutions choose their contribution
amount, the VA matches that amount, and
issue payment directly to the school. Additional
information on the Yellow Ribbon Program available
benets and eligibility, visit the U.S. Department of
Veterans Affairs website.
Does GW participate in the Yellow Ribbon
Program(YRP)?
Yes GW participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program.
This program allows institutions of higher learning
(degree granting institutions) in the United States
to voluntarily enter into an agreement with the
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to fund
tuition expenses that exceed the maximum base
payamount.
Who can I contact at GW for questions about using
Military Education Benets?
For questions about military education benets,
visitthe GW Veterans Services Department page.
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Financial Aid FAQ
Tax Benets for Education
How do I qualify for a tuition tax credit?
For details on tax benets for education, see IRS
Publication 970. Tax Benets for Higher Education,
which provides detailed information. George
Washington University is unable to provide tax
advice. We urge you to contact your tax advisor or
the IRS at 800-829-1040 or visit www.irs.gov if you
have any questions regarding the HOPE or Lifetime
Learning Tax Credits.
What is the 1098-T Form?
It is an informational form led with the Internal
Revenue Service to report the amounts billed to you
for qualied tuition, related expenses, and other
related information. The primary purpose of the IRS
Form 1098-T is to inform you that we have provided
this required information to the IRS.
Form 1098-T reports amounts paid for qualied
tuition, scholarship and grants processed in 2018 to
students enrolled in courses at GW for which they
receive academic credit. The information reported
on the 1098-T form helps students evaluate whether
he or she is eligible for an educational tax credit.
How do I obtain my 1098-T Form?
The 1098-T is available to eligible students by
January 31st of each year. You can either opt into
receiving your 1098-T electronically. Please make
sure to add @ecsi.net to your list of trusted emails.
If you don’t opt in, then the forms are mailed to the
billing address on le.
If you have any questions relating to your 1098-
T, please contact ECSI at 1-866-428-1098, or visit
theFAQs.