The Hokie Spa guest account feature provides Virginia Tech students with a secure and convenient way to share their financial aid information with parents, guardians, or other trusted individuals. This access allows guests to view important details such as award letters, requirements for receiving aid, financial aid holds, academic progress related to aid, cost of attendance, and loan history. It’s important to understand that granting guest access provides visibility to this information across all aid years.

For Virginia Tech Students: Setting Up Guest Account Access in Hokie SPA

Here’s how you, as a student, can set up guest account access in Hokie SPA:

1. Log into Hokie SPA: Begin by accessing Hokie SPA using your student PID and password. This is your gateway to managing your student information.
2. Navigate to Guest Account Access: Once logged in, locate and select the “Guest Account Access” link. This will take you to the guest account management area.
3. Enter Guest Email: In the designated field, enter the email address of the individual you wish to grant access to your financial aid information. Ensure the email address is accurate to avoid any issues with account creation.
4. Select Information to Release: Choose the specific types of financial aid information you want to make accessible to your guest. You have control over what information is shared.
5. Grant Access: Click the “Grant Access” button to finalize the setup. An invitation will be sent to the provided email address, guiding your guest through the account creation process.

Managing Guest Access: Removing or Modifying Permissions

Students retain full control over guest access. You can remove access to some or all information at any time. Here’s how to manage existing guest accounts:

1. Log into Hokie SPA: Access Hokie SPA again with your student PID and password.
2. Go to Guest Account Access: Select the “Guest Account Access” link as before.
3. Review Guest List: Scroll to the bottom of the page where you’ll find a list of individuals who currently have access to your information.
4. Select Access to Remove: Choose the individuals and the specific types of information you wish to revoke access to.
5. Remove Access: Click the “Remove Access” button to confirm your changes.
6. Confirmation Emails: Both you and the guest whose access was modified will receive email notifications confirming the changes. This ensures transparency and keeps everyone informed.

Any modifications to the information you release will automatically update in your guest’s account, ensuring they always have the most current information you’ve chosen to share.

For Guests: Accessing Financial Aid Information via Hokie SPA Guest Account

If a Virginia Tech student has invited you to create a Hokie SPA guest account, here’s what you can expect and how to access the information:

Upon invitation, you will receive two emails:

• Invitation Email: The first email will notify you of the invitation and contain a link to create your guest account. This link is time-sensitive and valid for 48 hours.
• Confirmation Email: The second email will confirm the student’s name and list the types of financial aid information that have been released to you.

To create your guest account:

1. Follow the Invitation Link: Click on the link provided in the first email. This will direct you to the account creation form.
2. Complete the Form: Fill out the required information, including your name, address, phone number, and desired password. Be sure to create a password that meets the specified password requirements (a link to these requirements is provided on the form).

Once your account is created, you can access the Financial Aid Information Gateway:

1. Access the Gateway: Use the link provided in the second email or the “Guest Account Information Gateway” link.
2. Log In: Enter your email address (the one that received the invitation) and the password you created.
3. Navigate to Financial Aid Information: Select “Financial Aid Information” from the menu.
4. View Released Information: You will be presented with a menu displaying the types of financial aid information shared with you.
5. Specify Aid Year and Student: Select the relevant aid year and student name to view the specific details.
6. Log Out Securely: Always use the “Exit” button in the top right corner and close your browser completely to protect privacy after you are finished.

If a student removes access to certain information, you will receive an email notification. You will still be able to log in and view any information that remains released to you.

Deleting Your Hokie SPA Guest Account

If you wish to permanently delete your guest account, please follow these steps: Note: Account deletion is permanent, and you will need a new invitation to regain access in the future.

1. Go to Guest Account Information Gateway: Navigate to the Guest Account Information Gateway.
2. Edit Account Information: Select the “To Edit your Account Information, Click Here” option below the login section.
3. Log into GAMS: Log in to the Virginia Tech Guest Account Management System (GAMS) using your email and password.
4. Access Account Form: You will see the same form you used when initially creating your account.
5. Delete Account: Click on the “Delete this Account” button located at the top of the form.
6. Confirm Deletion: Confirm your decision to delete the account when prompted.
7. Deletion Confirmation Email: You will receive an email confirming that your guest account has been successfully deleted.

The Hokie SPA guest account is a valuable tool for Virginia Tech students and their families to stay informed about financial aid. By understanding how to use this feature, students can easily share important financial information securely and efficiently.