FAFSA

To apply for federal student aid, such as federal grants, work-study, and loans, you need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA^®). Completing and submitting the FAFSA is free and it gives you access to the largest source of financial aid to pay for college or career school.

In addition, many states and colleges use your FAFSA information to determine your eligibility for state and school aid, and some private financial aid providers may use your FAFSA information to determine whether you qualify for their aid.

What will I need to fill out the FAFSA?

To complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA^®), you will need:

• Your Social Security Number

• Your Alien Registration Number (if you are not a U.S. citizen)

• Your federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned. (Note: You may be able to transfer your federal tax return information into your FAFSA using the IRS Data Retrieval Tool.)

• Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)

• Records of untaxed income (if applicable)

• An FSA ID to sign electronically.

If you are a dependent student, then you will also need most of the above information for your parent(s).

To complete the FAFSA, follow these steps:

1. CREATE FSA ID HERE.

2. START APPLICATION HERE.

3. CREATE WEBGRANTS ACCOUNT HERE.

Resources for Families & Students Filling out the FAFSA

Family & Student Resource Guide