Financial Aid & FAF$A
Helpful Financial Aid Information and Links:
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Federal Student Aid, a part of the U.S. Department of Education, is the largest provider of student financial aid in the nation. At the office of Federal Student Aid, our 1,200 employees help make college education possible for every dedicated mind by providing more than $150 billion in federal grants, loans, and work-study funds each year to more than 15 million students paying for college or career school. We are proud to sponsor millions of American minds pursuing their educational dreams.
For assistance by phone call 1-800-4FEDAID
Click here to create your FSA ID.
Click here to access the FAFSA website.
Get a head start-complete the FAFSA4caster
Allows students and parents to get an early start on the financial aid process by providing an estimate of their eligibility for federal student aid. Click on the link below for more information:
Click here to access the FAFSA4caster web page.
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The Arizona Family College Savings Plan is a state-sponsored 529 plan designed to provide a parent, grandparent or future student an opportunity to save for educational expenses in a tax-deferred manner. You can open an account today for $25 or less.
Download a free college savings planner.
College Board's Big Future Aid Award Comparison Tool
Received financial aid offers from several different colleges? This tool can help you figure out which one is your best choice. Enter details on up to four colleges’ aid packages and costs to get a comparison. Click here to access the comparison tool web page.
Priority FAFSA Filing Dates
Arizona public universities have moved up their FAFSA filing priority dates!
Students who have completed a college application, and been admitted, and have filed and completed their FAFSA by the priority deadlines listed below will be considered for the most financial aid possible, including institutional scholarships and grants.
January 1, 2024
November 15, 2023
March 1, 2024
Types of Federal Student Aid:
Use this link to connect with Sallie Mae for help with FAFSA, Student Loans, Scholarships, Grants and Loans.
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