<p>Is the difference in whether I can log in as a first time user?</p>
<p>If I simply use my CUID and birthday as a password it works. However if I choose new user it does not work and says something like “unable to activate account refer to code IA”</p>
<p>I think you’re golden, @plslivegrrm . </p>
<p>How long did it take for people to actually get their financial aid package after being admitted and submitting the planned enrollment form?</p>
<p>Yay you were right @boots2!! I just got a call saying I’ve been accepted and I cannot concentrate at all at work haha. Sorry though I obvi have no idea about financial aid but if it’s in the welcome packet then they said I should get it by Thusday</p>
<p>@plslivegrrm will you please post your stats? Thanks!</p>
<p>Oh yeah!
High school GPA 4.0
College GPA 3.49/PTK member
SAT 1900 (math is not my strength)
My essay was about my unique childhood and how I kind of built up ambition over time, what skills I’ve gained both in & out of class and why it’s the perfect time for me to attend Columbia GS
Went to college after hs for a year, then took 3 years to work/internships/travel </p>
<p>Anybody who already got their financial aid: How long after you got your decision did you find out about aid?</p>
<p>@plslivegrrm When did you submit your application?</p>
<p>@Seatown37 SO long ago it feels like! April 24th everything was in. However at the end of May or early June I called to check on my status and they found a mistake-my college transcript was submitted along with a letter, and they thought the envelope was simply a letter or something so I don’t think it was actually reviewed until early June</p>
<p>I’ve been accepted and couldn’t be happier! 
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<p>Congrats, @WonderWoman23! Can you post your stats? Did you get a phone call?</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>@achtungtree88 I attended several colleges during the years, so I’m not sure how they calculated my GPA (mostly As and Bs), but I believe my essay (interesting life story, lots of adversity) and recommendations helped out a lot. I got an email first then a FedEx package. </p>
<p>What I got from this experience is that while perfect grades are impressive, they will also be impressed with amazing drive and dedication. They want to see great leadership qualities and an excellent work ethic that will transfer over to the workplace once you graduate.</p>
<p>Hispanic
Navy veteran
DLI graduate with honors (Persian-Farsi)
AS degree
Work for a Fortune 500 company</p>
<p>Thanks, @WonderWoman23! </p>
<p>Also, my account has been updated and I can now log into the financial aid page. However, I don’t want to get too excited, I remember reading someone was able to login but was still rejected somehow.</p>
<p>I, too, was able to log onto the financial aid website today for the first time. How was this backdoor acceptance method rumor started? Someone earlier posted that they could sign in, but were then rejected. </p>
<p>@Seatown37, I’ve seen many posts from people stating they could login, and then a few days later they recived a call or email.</p>
<p>However, there was someone a few years ago in an old thread that could sign in but was still rejected. So nothing’s for sure.</p>
<p>A page or so back @plslivegrrm was able to login, and then was accepted.</p>
<p>I’ll post as soon as I hear something.</p>
<p>has anyone received word from student housing yet?</p>
<p>To those who may still be waiting to hear from housing, please be sure you have submitted a housing application. The application deadline is July 1, and housing offers will be sent out later that month. If you do not receive an offer, you will automatically be placed on the waitlist. </p>
<p>For more information about housing, or to submit an application, visit the GS housing website: <a href=“https://gs.columbia.edu/housing-new-students”>https://gs.columbia.edu/housing-new-students</a></p>
<p>Christina
GS Tour Guide</p>
<p>@GSTourGuides What is the Dean’s Scholarship for New Students? It has that listed on my financial aid page, but it doesn’t say what it is or how much it’s worth? </p>
<p>Hi everyone! </p>
<p>I just received a phone call informing me of my acceptance. </p>
<p>Quick stats:</p>
<p>4.0 GPA at time of review
Founder and President of Psychology club.
Didn’t take the SATs, so I took the General Studies exam… I thought I flunked it to be honest, not a great test taker.
I had really good letters of recommendation. </p>
<p>My essay was 700 words over, which I was nervous about, but they seemed to be OK with that.</p>
<p>If you have any question, let me know. I was on this site 24/7 grasping for hope. </p>
<p>Good luck to you all.</p>
<p>@boots2,</p>
<p>Have you logged into the financial aid system? The address is <a href=“https://studentviewer.finaid.columbia.edu”>https://studentviewer.finaid.columbia.edu</a>. Login using your Student ID (CXXXXXXXXX) and your birthdate (MMDDYYYY).</p>
<p>Under the “Messages” tab, there should be a description of each award you are being offered. Under the “Awards” tab, you should see a breakdown of the amount of each award. If the information is missing or incomplete, it’s possible the Financial Aid office hasn’t finished processing your awards. </p>
<p>If you have further questions, contact the Financial Aid office at 212-854-5410 or gs<em>financial</em><a href=“mailto:aid@columbia.edu”>aid@columbia.edu</a>. </p>
<p>Christina
GS Tour Guide</p>
<p>@GSTourGuides I don’t have an “awards” tab. Just the messages one. Hm.</p>
<p>Guess I’ll email the Fin. Aid office.</p>