FAFSA Overview

Overview of the FAFSA

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FAFSA Deadlines

Federal Deadline

2020–2021
Academic Year

FAFSA® forms must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Central time (CT) on June 30, 2021. Any corrections or updates must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. CT on Sept. 11, 2021.


IL State Deadline

As soon as possible after Oct. 1. Visit isac.org for Monetary Award Program renewal deadline information. Awards are made until funds are depleted.



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Helpful Links From Federal Student Aid

More details on:

FAFSA Dependency: Image PDF

Who's My Parent When I Fill Out My FAFSA: Image

Steps to Transfer Tax Information into Your FAFSA: Image

2020–21 FAFSA® Demo Line by Line webinar