Federal and/or Institutional Verification Process

We are pleased to announce we have established a partnership with Inceptia to expedite the verification process for Southern University and A&M College. Verification Gateway (VG) from Inceptia is an online portal to guide students and parents through verification.

If your FAFSA application is selected for verification by the U.S Department of Education, you will receive an email from VGCS@inceptia.org, or postcard from Inceptia, containing Southern University and A&M College’s unique website link to start the verification process.

We encourage you to begin the verification process within 7 days of receiving notification from Verification Gateway to ensure you receive your financial aid in time for payments. Failure to complete the verification process could result in the delay or denial of your financial aid.

Follow these steps to complete your verification.

• Access our school’s unique website link in the email from VGCS@inceptia.org or listed
• Create your account* and choose preferences for text messages and e-signatures.
• Complete your Task List.
• Confirm your signature and review your
• Sign your account

*If you are a dependent student, your parent also needs to create their own account and complete each of these steps.

Southern University and A&M College Verification Gateway Links and Deadlines

2025-2026 Federal Verification: https://subr.verificationgateway.org 

               Deadline for submitting these documents is 9-6-26

Questions about the verification process?

Contact Inceptia, Monday through Friday 8 am – 7 pm Central at 833.932.1877 or VGCS@inceptia.org.

About Inceptia

Inceptia, a nonprofit organization, provides innovation and leadership in higher education access and success through engaging and empowering students and streamlining processes. Our mission is to support schools in illuminating a path towards educational and financial success for students and families, allowing them to pursue their dreams of reaching their full potential. Our solutions are designed to support student success by helping schools maximize resources, so they can spend more time delivering meaningful learning experiences across the student lifecycle that fosters education and personal development.

Special Circumstances

Certain applicant's financials may require special consideration due to an inability to secure the parent’s financial information. Other household circumstances, such as a significant reduction or loss of income or exorbitant medical expenses, may warrant additional consideration. The U.S. Department of Education has made certain allowances to assist students in completing the application process. You may contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance for assistance in understanding and assembling the documents required to submit your case for review.  Families with a significant reduction in income may submit the special circumstances form. Cases for special consideration generally require additional documentation. Once the Office of Student Financial Aid receives the documents, a determination will be made within 14 working days. Students will be notified of the decision by letter within 14 working days of receiving the information. Beginning the process at the earliest possible point to allow for ample processing time is critical.

If you would like to set up an appointment with a Financial Aid Counselor to discuss your case, please set up an appointment through the Jag Q Less app for your consultation.

Award Notifications 

Students who complete the verification process are mailed /emailed/texted messaged an award notification. If there are changes to the ISIR/SAR, the student will receive a revised award notification by mail /email.  Campus-based aid (Federal Work-Study) will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis except for FSEOG.

Overpayments

The OSFA policies and procedures for verification are designed to eliminate the possibility of an overpayment from any fund. If, however, an overpayment does occur, the aid is adjusted, and the student is billed for the amount of the overpayment by the Comptroller's Office. A letter from OSFA is sent to the student informing them of the overpayment. A "Hold" will be placed on the student's account, which may affect his/her ability to register for subsequent terms and receive academic transcripts.  The "hold" will remain on the account until the account has been cleared.

Interim Disbursements

The OSFA does not allow interim disbursements. Students must complete the verification process before aid is awarded or disbursed.