Western Carolina University

Satisfactory academic progress policy: In order to receive financial aid, you must be making satisfactory academic progress (SAP).

Satisfactory academic progress appeal process and form: If you receive a notice of ineligibility for federal aid based on SAP guidelines, you may send a SAP appeal form, a signed and dated letter of appeal and all supporting documentation, in accordance with the satisfactory academic progress appeal process and calendar.

Alternative Loans: If you do not meet SAP, you can apply for a private alternative loan. Make sure the loan does not require SAP.

SAP Appeal Calendar

• To receive aid for Fall 2013 term, you should submit an appeal between May 7, 2013 and August 9, 2013.
• To receive aid for the Spring 2014 term, you should submit an appeal between October 3, 2013 and January 3, 2014.
• To receive aid for the Summer 2014 term, you should submit an appeal between March 1, 2014 and May 16, 2014..