SAP/ PELL
FAFSA
Unusual and Special Circumstances
Customer Service
Miscellaneous
200

Student not meeting 67% and 150% and needs to submit which appeal?

What is the standard SAP appeal form?

200

The FAFSA needs to be completed this often.

What is every year?

200

Parent refuses to contribute to the student's education.

What is not considered an unusual circumstance for the FAFSA?

200

Empathy, Communication, Patience, Problem solving, Attentiveness, Tenacity

What are qualities of good customer service?

200

Subsequent changes may necessitate course substitutions, but these can only be made with the approval of the appropriate division.

What are program changes?

400

1972

What year was the Pell grant created?

400

You and or your parent can use this to sign your financial aid application online.

What is the FSA ID?

400

Change in employment. Change in housing status. Medical and or dental expenses not covered by insurance.

What are some examples of special circumstances ?

400
One that goes beyond basic expectations, making the customer feel understood and satisfied.

What is a memorable customer service experience? 

400

Credit/Debit card/ E-check, payment plan, Virginia College Savings Plan, Cash, check or money order, Employer provided assistance.

What are payment methods to pay for college tuition?

600

You are not meeting SAP with attempting 165 credits. 

 What is an automatic denial?

600

The FAFSA was created in 1992 as part of this reauthorization.

What is the Higher Education Act?

600

Use open ended questions. Try to avoid using leading questions. Implement intrusive advising.

What is using a PJ in unusual circumstances?

600

Trader Joe's, Chick fil A, Starbucks

What are examples of companies that exhibit memorable customer experiences?

600

Benefits of flexibility, location, impact, and earn money while gaining valuable work skills.

What is the Federal Work Study program?

800
The person that created the Pell grant.

Who is Senator Claiborne Pell?

800
The goal of the FAFSA and other government-funded education programs is to create equal opportunities for parents seeking higher education. (true/false)

What is False?

800

Parent is incarcerated. Left home due to an abusive or threatening environment. Abandoned or estranged from parents and have not been adopted.

What should I do if I have an unusual circumstance and can't provide parental information on my FAFSA?

800

Listening, understanding your customers' needs, thanking the customer and promoting a positive, helpful and friendly environment.

What are the 4 key principles of good customer service?

800

Students that are not eligible for federal aid and can't complete the FAFSA application.

What are undocumented students?

1000

You are under 33 years old as of January 1 of the year prior to the start of the school year. (i.e. January 1, 2024 for the 2024-25 school year).

What is you may be eligible to receive a maximum Pell grant, even if you are not eligible for a Pell grant based on your SAI?

1000

The HEA established the US government as the main provider of financial aid for students. It also introduced federal student aid and loan programs in this year.

What is 1965?

1000

Student recently lost employment and needs to pay their water bill within 48 hours.

What is the proper referral, FA for a Special Circumstance or the Empowerment Center?

1000

Be patient. Engage with customers. Be knowledgeable. Be respectful. Listen. Promote a positive and helpful environment.

What are tips for good customer service?

1000

You won't get federal aid.

What if my parents don't want to give consent?