Verification is a process required by the college when a student is selected for verification by the U.S. Department of Education. Based on verification requirements, you may be required to complete and submit an Identity and Statement of Educational Purpose form. If required, the form must be completed before your financial aid can be processed. This form is used to verify a student’s identity and to verify the student understands that federal student financial assistance must be used for educational purposes and to pay for the cost of attending Jefferson State Community College.