Parent Waiver

To be considered for Medical Program Need-Based institutional financial aid, students are required to submit financial information from both biological or adoptive parents.
The Office of Financial Aid understands that extenuating circumstances may make it impossible to obtain information from both parents. In such cases, students may request a waiver of the parental information required.

Request are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and must include appropriate documentation.

* While all financial Parent Waivers are carefully reviewed, submitting a request does not guarantee approval

Examples of Circumstances That May Warrant a Waiver of Parent Information

Examples of Circumstances That May NOT Warrant a Waiver of Parent Information

Financial Aid Parent Waiver Process and Expectations

Contact Information

Office of Financial Aid

1300 York Avenue, Room C-114
New York, NY 10065
Telephone: (646) 962-3479
Fax: (212) 746-5981

finaid@med.cornell.edu

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Hours of Operation

Monday through Friday
Office Hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm

Note: At this time all appointments are virtual unless requested otherwise.