FAFSA
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the application submitted to determine if a student is eligible to receive federal and state grant money for college. The FAFSA for Fall 2024 will be available for completion on December 1, 2023. To qualify for need based aid, all applicants must file the FAFSA.
Please note that it is a graduation requirement for all seniors to complete the FAFSA application or Opt Out Form.
SCAM ALERT - The FAFSA is absolutely free. If you are on a website that is requiring a fee for processing the FAFSA, you are not on the correct website.
Steps to Complete the FAFSA:
Prior to completing the FAFSA, the parent/guardian and student must apply for a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID so that they may sign the application electronically.
Complete the FAFSA at https://studentaid.gov
When applying for financial aid, you'll need your FSA ID, income tax returns, W-2 forms and other records of income. A complete list of what is needed is on the FAFSA site.
Helpful Information:
How to Complete the FAFSA (from College Board)
Ultimate FAFSA Resource Guide (Smart Scholar)
FAFSA Tips and Common Mistakes to Avoid
Your FAFSA Connection: Info, Answers, Tools – An extensive set of FAFSA tips and information.
Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Student Loans 101- Includes 12 videos and 22 lectures to help understand these topics