If your FAFSA has been selected for verification, please follow the instructions below to complete the verification process.
1. Verify household information
2. Verify parent income information
3. Verify student income information
Reminder: the 2026-27 FAFSA uses 2024 tax information.
STEP 1: Verify Family Size
Most Lawrence students are considered "dependent" when applying for financial aid.
STEP 2: Verify Parent Income Information
Verify the parent income information in one of the following ways:
Option A: Parent(s) provides consent on the FAFSA to transfer federal tax information (FTI) directly from the IRS.
Option B: If the parent did not file a 2024 tax return and was not required to, please submit the 2026-27 Parent Non-Tax Filer form and copies of their 2024 W-2 forms (if applicable).
STEP 3: Verify Student Income Information
Verify the student's income information in one of the following ways:
Option A: Student provides consent on the FAFSA to transfer federal tax information (FTI) directly from the IRS.
Option B: If the student did not file a 2024 tax return and was not required to, please submit the 2026-27 Student Non-Tax Filer form and copies of your 2024 W-2 forms (if applicable)