Office of Student Financial Services
2020-2021
COVID-19 Appeal
Appeal Policy
Your eligibility for financial aid was initially calculated based on the information you provided on the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Using this information all families undergo a consistent
evaluation of the family’s ability to pay for college. The formula assumes that 2018 income is a good indicator
of the family’s financial strength during the student’s 2020-2021 enrollment.
Marietta College understands that the COVID-19 pandemic has negatively effected students and
families' incomes with reductions and job losses. We will be diligently working with ALL students to
determine best options for them during these challenging times. As we make these decisions, we
encourage you to share your family's experience so that we can ensure that you're getting the assistance
that you need to be successful for 2020-2021.
Please remember, granting appeals is based on a one-time special circumstance. It also depends on the
availability of funds and the timeliness of your FAFSA. Submitting this form does not guarantee an adjustment
or increase in your financial aid. In the event that we are not able to offer additional financial aid please
review the alternative financing options and payment plans available to help finance your education.
Information regarding loans is available on our website at http://www.marietta.edu/tuition-financial-aid. The
interest free payment plan is available and information is located at http://www.marietta.edu/payment-options.
Appeals are reviewed within 30 days after receipt of all required and supporting documentation. However,
response times may vary depending on volume of appeals at the time of your request.
If you determine that your 2020 income will be the same or higher than 2018
’s do not complete this form.
Please do not disregard your Marietta College bill due date while waiting for the appeal decision.
COVID-19 Appeal Form
Name: Student ID:
Last , First MI
Email: Telephone Number: ( ) -
A.
Have you been awarded need-based aid at Marietta College? Y
ES
N
O
B.
Appeal Categories and Supporting Documentation:
2018 Federal Tax Return Transcripts are REQUIRED, unless the IRS Data Retrieval Tool was used, for all Appeals for
Special Circumstance.
Type of appeal (check all that apply)
Documentation to include with appeal
Decrease in student/spouse income
from employment in 2020
due to
COVID-19
Statement documenting retirement benefits for 2020.
Letter from employer documenting employment status (e.g. full-time to part-time or
termination).
Unemployment Benefits statement.
Last 3 pay stubs after separation from job.
Copies of statements indicating severance pay.
Decrease in parent income from
employment in 2020
due to
COVID-19
Statement documenting retirement benefits for 2020.
Letter from employer documenting employment status (e.g. full-time to part-time or
termination).
Unemployment Benefits statement.
Last pay stub after separation from job.
Copies of statements indicating severance pay.
Unreimbursed medical or dental
expenses paid, as a result of
COVID-19. Must exceed
11.5% of AGI.
Provide a summary of PAID unreimbursed expenses (deductibles, co-pays, after
tax insurance, prescription medications, expenses for durable medical
equipment, and other amounts not covered by insurance) for 2020.
Other reason.. (Please explain)
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COVID-19 Appeal Form
C.
Income Information For 2020:
Student ID:
The following section requires you to provide your actual and expected 2020 income. Do not put hourly wage. Instead, please
compute the full amount you have or will receive.
Expected 2020 Income
Student
Spouse
Mother/
Stepmother
Documents
Required
Gross Income EARNED from work:
1/1/2020 through present date
$
$
$
Current or Final Pay Stub
Gross Income TO BE EARNED from work:
present date through 12/31/2020
$
$
$
Current Pay Stub
Severance Pay
$
$
$
Letter from Company
Unemployment Benefits
$
$
$
Documentation from Agency
Workman’s Comp Benefits
$
$
$
Documentation from Agency
Pension Distributions
$
$
$
Pension Statement
Business Income
$
$
$
Letter from Accountant or
Quarterly Statement
Alimony
$
$
$
Letter from Court
Child Support Received
$
$
$
Letter from Court
Early Withdrawal from Retirement
Funds
$
$
$
Letter outlining how funds
were used
Total Expected 2020 Income:
$
$
$
*Do not include the value of on-base military housing or the value of a basic military allowance for housing.
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D. Personal Statement:
Student ID:
Explain below the details of your family's situation. Attach a separate sheet if necessary. Remember to write
your name and Student ID on each page.
Please submit completed form with supporting documentation to
covid19appeal@marietta.edu
F. Signature and Certification:
I certify that the information submitted for this appeal is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I agree to provide
all supporting documentation required. I understand that failure to comply may result in the cancellation of this appeal. I
further understand that if I have provided information in previous appeals, this may be reviewed for accuracy and it may
impact the outcome of this and or any future appeal. It is the family’s responsibility to notify our office if any of the above
information should change. This notification should occur within two weeks of any change.
Please do not disregard your Marietta College bill due date while waiting for the appeal decision.
Student Signature:
Date:
Parent Signature:
(Required for Dependent Student)
Email completed signed form to:
covid19appeal@marietta.edu
(Attachments must be a standard image file, or in one of the following file
formats: .doc, .docx, .pdf)
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