Paying for college shouldn’t be stressful. At Northwestern State University, we make it easier to access the scholarships, grants, and aid you’ve earned—so you can focus on your future, not your finances.
Financial Aid Forms
Financial Aid Forms – Your Next Step to an Affordable NSU Education
If you’ve been notified by email that you need to submit one of these forms, complete it as soon as possible so your aid isn’t delayed.
2025–2026 Verification Forms
Only for students selected for verification. You will be notified via email if these are required.
2024–2025 Verification Forms
Only for students selected for verification. You will be notified via email if these are required.
General Financial Aid Forms
Need to update your aid, apply for exemptions, or access special scholarships? Use these forms to stay on track:
- Aid Adjustment Request Form
- Discharge Certification
- Faculty Staff Exemption
- Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
- Financial Aid Appeal Form
- Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) – Online
- Law Enforcement Exemption Application
- Military Verification Form
- Ochsner LSU Shreveport Tuition Reduction Form
- Parent Plus Denial Form
- Police Officer / Firefighter Dependent Exemption
- Purple Prestige Transfer Scholarship Application
- Purple Prestige Transfer Scholarship Flyer
- Request to Disclose FAFSA Information
- Scholarship Appeal Form
- Summer TOPS Session Payment Request Form
- 2024–2025 TEACH GRANT Application
- 2025–2026 TEACH GRANT Application
- 2025–2026 Tuition Hardship Waiver
- Willis Knighton Tuition Reduction Form
Financial Aid Checklists
Don’t miss a deadline—stay organized with the checklist that fits your student type.
- Continuing Student Calendar & Checklist
- Graduate Student Calendar & Checklist
- Pre-College Calendar & Checklist for Incoming Freshman
- Transfer Student Calendar & Checklist
Take Action Now
Financial aid works best when you act early. If you’ve been selected for verification or need to complete a form, download it today and submit it right away to keep your aid moving forward.
Need help? The NSU Financial Aid team is here to guide you through every step. Call us, visit our office, or start by exploring FAFSA online to maximize your aid opportunities.