Complete your FSA ID
Parent and Student each need to have an FSA ID
Both Parents and Students need to have a different E-Mail Address to create an FSA ID
Students should not use their school issued email to create this FSA ID.
Begin the FAFSA on the Mobile App or through the Website
Sign the FAFSA with your FSA ID
Receive your Student Aid Report (SAR)
You may get pulled for verification. If you do, check with the college
Receive Offers from Colleges and Universities
FAFSA Overview
How to Fill Out The FAFSA
Overview of the Financial Aid Process
After the FAFSA: What Happens Next?
Iowa College Aid and the Iowa College Access Network have some very helpful resources to help you answer some of your questions about your financial aid.
https://www.iowacollegeaid.gov/ScholarshipsAndGrants
https://www.icansucceed.org/financial-aid