Apply for Aid – FAFSA
FAFSA® – Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Did you know that you might be eligible for financial aid to help pay for college? Start the process by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). The FAFSA is available starting October 1 for students who plan to attend college between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024.
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1. Begin your FAFSA process by creating FSA ID. This code will give you access to the FSA online systems and can serve as your legal signature.
2. Submit your FAFSA as soon as possible. Federal student aid application can be submitted starting October 1st each year. Federal financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so apply as early as possible to maximize your financial aid. Make sure to gather the information you will need to complete the FAFSA:
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- Your driver’s license and Social Security Number
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- You may need your parent’s Social Security Numbers and birthdates depending on your filing status
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- Your family’s federal income tax returns.
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- W-2 forms
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- Bank Statements
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- Information on your family’s investments (real estate, money market funds, stocks, etc.)
3. Some states offer financial aid grants so check into your specific states requirements.
4. Apply for the FAFSA annually. Once this is completed each year we can create your offer letter to review for the upcoming year.