Spartan Financial Aid Checklist

Welcome to the Spartan Financial Aid Checklist

The Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you navigate the financial aid process and make paying for college easier.

Use this checklist to view your financial aid, understand your college costs, and complete important loan and payment steps.

Follow the steps below to complete your financial aid and payment requirements.

STEP ONE: Log In

• Sign into Single-Sign-On for First Time Users
• Login to Banner Self Service

STEP TWO: View and Manage Your Financial Aid

• Review Aid and Accept/Decline Loans
• Understand Your College Costs
• Understand Your Award Letter

STEP THREE: Complete Loan Requirements and Review Payment Options

• Complete Student Loan Requirements
• Complete Parent PLUS Loan Requirements
• Explore Private Loan Options
• Set Up a Payment Plan or Make a Payment

Additionally, you MUST review the Important Information Regarding Your Award Notification in order to process your financial aid. For more information, feel free to contact our office.

• Apply for Federal Aid – FAFSA  (STAC’s School Code: 002832)
• Apply for NYS Aid- TAP (STAC’s School Code: 0830)
• Federal Student Aid Estimator
• Types of Gift Aid
  • ​St. Thomas Aquinas College Scholarships
  • Grants
  • Outside Scholarships 
• Tuition and Fees
• Resources
  • ​Financial Aid Video Library
  • True Cost Calculator 
  • College Financial Planning Sheet