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Please read and follow the instructions carefully. If you have any questions or concerns contact the IRIS staff for Financial Aid assistance at 970.248.1177. 

Follow the steps below to apply for federal aid via the FAFSA.

Don't qualify for federal aid? Learn more about the CASFA application for ASSET students.
Step 1

Complete the FAFSA

Colorado Mesa University’s school code: 001358

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the federal government’s application to determine financial aid eligibility for most types of financial aid. Applications can be filled out online. You will need to fill out a FAFSA each year in order to renew your financial aid.

Click here for tips on applying for the FAFSA.

  1. Sign up for your FSA ID

    This is a secure way to confirm your identity and sign your FAFSA electronically. Both the student and the parent will need an FSA ID (if the student is considered a dependent). You will use the same FSA ID each year to complete the application.

  2. Complete and submit your FAFSA

    Login using your student FSA ID username and password. Be sure to list Colorado Mesa University in order for us to receive your information. Our school code is 001358.
Step 2

Check if you were selected for verification

If you were NOT selected for verification proceed to Step 3

In some cases, a student’s FAFSA may be selected for verification by the US Department of Education. Go to MAVzone to check if you were selected for verification.

  1. Login to MAVzone and go to “My Tasks”

    Look for the Financial Aid in your tasks. Click to see requirements outstanding for Financial Aid. If you were selected for verification, it will be listed here. Click on the task item and complete the required form for the verification process.
Step 3

Review and accept your financial aid offer

Now that your FAFSA is processed, you will receive an offer from the Financial Aid office.

If no other documentation is requested, first time students will receive an offer letter or email in addition to being able to view their offer online. Returning students will view their offer online.

NOTE: The calculation for the financial aid offer is complete and correct, based on the information you provided in your FAFSA. Financial aid offer may be subject to change due to changes in your financial, academic, enrollment status and/or changes in the availability of funds.

  1. View your offer

    Click the “Award Offer” tab to see the financial aid being offered to you.

  2. Accept your financial aid

    On the "Award Offer" tab scroll to your offer to accept a full or partial amounts.

  3. Accept Terms and Conditions

    You must agree to CMU’s terms and conditions to receive financial aid. After accepting an award you will be asked to accept terms and conditions.

  4. Are you accepting federal student loans? Do you want to apply for a PLUS or Private Loan?

    You re not done yet! You will need to complete loan counseling and a Master Promissory Note. Whether you’re a student or a parent, check out our guide on how to complete the loan process.