What is Verification for Federal Title IV Funds?

Required by the U.S. Department of Education, verification is the process of confirming information submitted on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid for various Federal Title IV Funds, including Federal Direct Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans. Student applicants should be aware that this federal regulation requires them to submit tax transcripts and other requested information to South Hills School before processing of student loan applications and/or the awarding of funds. Students must submit the required information to complete the verification process. For questions in regard to verification, please contact our Financial Aid office.

What is Review for Pennsylvania State Grant?

(formerly known as PHEAA State Grant)

Student applicants may be subject to a review since the Pennsylvania State Grant Program is a financial assistance program that is funded in whole or in part by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. PHEAA is responsible for administering the State Grant Program and ensuring that the data provided by applicants meets the eligibility requirements. PHEAA will notify you either by email or by a letter to your permanent home address if you have been selected for review. Additionally, you may visit Account Access to check your PA State Grant status. If you become selected for Review, PHEAA will request additional information from you including income information. For more information on the PA State Grant and the Review process, please contact PHEAA at 1-800-692-7392.