Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
College is expensive, which is why filling out the FAFSA is essential for every student. Below provides information, tips, and resources about this process.
What is it?
- FAFSA is a free form that can be filled out to determine your eligibility for financial aid based on you and your family's demographic and financial information.
- The link to the form can be found here, and it must be submitted every year : https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
- Aid, loans, and scholarships all begin with FAFSA, which is why everyone will benefit from filling out this form, even if you think you may not qualify for aid!
Helpful FAFSA Tips
- File the FAFSA early! This can help to make sure you are meeting deadline requirements, and it may even allow you to receive more aid.
- Research what documents you may need to complete the form.
- Be cautious of scams! You should never have to pay to fill out the FAFSA form.
- Avoid any mistakes and errors. This can delay your application and can even limit the amount of aid you receive in some cases. So, always proof-read!
Click the images below to view four more sites that provide valuable information you should know, as well as mistakes to avoid when completing the FAFSA:
