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Program and School Changes: Step-by-Step Instructions
Program and School Changes: Step-by-Step Instructions

Changing your program is possible, but the process depends on the stage of your application. This article will guide you through the steps involved in changing your program, including the necessary actions and timelines for each scenario.

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Changing a program selection depends on the stage of the application process. Here's a step-by-step guide for each scenario:

1. Before Paying the Application Fee

If you haven’t paid the application fee yet, changing your program is simple:

  • Create a new application for your desired program.

  • No payment has been made for the old application, so there are no additional complications.

  • You can either manually withdraw it or let the system automatically withdraw it upon submission of the new application.

2. After Paying the Application Fee

If the applicant has already paid the application fee but wants to change their program:

  • Applicants need to create a new application for the desired program.

  • The application fee for the new program may be waived if the initial application hasn't been submitted to the school and it meets the criteria outlined in our fee waiver guidelines. To request a fee waiver, please contact support at [email protected].

3. After Reaching the Collateral Stage

If the applicant has reached the collateral payment stage:

  • The entire process will need to start from the beginning of the new program.

  • Applicants must create a new application for their desired program.

  • The credit team will need to reevaluate the applicant's situation based on the new program.

Potential risks involved:

  • Admission to the new program is not guaranteed.

  • The reevaluation by the credit team may lead to a different decision regarding credit approval.

Important Timeline Instructions

  • Before the application fee is paid: Changing the program is simple and quick.

  • After reaching the collateral stage, The entire process will restart, and the credit team will reevaluate the application, which may result in a different outcome. This will follow the standard process timeline.

4. Program or School Changes Post-Loan Activation:


Once the loan has been activated, any changes to the program or school are subject to review. Please check our withdrawal policy for detailed guidelines and procedures.

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