Special Circumstances & Unusual Circumstances

Sometimes family or financial circumstances can impact your ability to afford Stevens. In cases like these, you may wish to contact the Office of Financial Aid regarding this information for assistance.

Examples of Special Circumstances include:

  • Unemployment or loss of income

  • Divorce or separation

  • Death of a parent

  • Disability

  • Retirement

2024-2025 Special Circumstance Request Form

Examples of Unusual Circumstances include:

  • Parental abandonment

  • Refugee/Asylee status

  • Foster Care Youth

  • Abusive home environment

  • Parental incarceration

2024-2025 Unusual Circumstance Request Form

If you would like to discuss your particular situation, please reach out to your financial aid counselor. It is your decision whether you would like to share information with our office.