… aid programs awarded in the student's aid award offer. If a student feels he/she has special or unusual circumstances that do not reflect their current situation, a request for reconsideration may be requested. An explanation of the portion of … financial aid is a violation of the law and is considered a criminal offense subject to penalties under the U.S. Criminal Code and will subject the student's application to denial. Additionally, regulations require that all cases of suspected fraud, emanating from misrepresentation, be reported to the U.S. Department of Education Office of the Inspector General. … …