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The 2026-2027 Application will open October 1, 2025!
This is the application you need if you are starting college the fall of 2026.
BASIC ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
BASIC ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
demonstrate financial need (for most programs);
be a U.S. citizen or an eligible noncitizen;
have a valid Social Security number
be registered with Selective Service, if you’re a male (you may register while you complete the FAFSA)
be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a regular student in an eligible degree or certificate program;
be enrolled at least half-time to be eligible for Direct Loan Program funds;
maintain satisfactory academic progress in college or career school
Click here for more information on eligibility criteria.
CREATING AN FSA ID
CREATING AN FSA ID
The FSA ID is a username and password you use to electronically sign your FAFSA application and also will need it to login into certain U.S. Department of Education websites. You will need your FSA ID every year you complete a FAFSA application. Only one FSA ID can be associated with an email and phone number. A parent will also need to create an FSA ID (unless you have independent student status).
To create an FSA ID you will need your social security number and date of birth. Keep your FSA ID in a safe place! The counseling office will not be able to retrieve your ID number for you.
For more information: TexasOnCourse Student Financial Aid Toolkit
For more information: TexasOnCourse Student Financial Aid Toolkit
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