3 BASIC STEPS (refer to FAFSA INFORMATION link on the left side of this page)
Get your ID
Gather documents needed
Complete the FAFSA form online
SPECIFIC PROCESS
The Student
1. Completes FAFSA
2. Has results made available to school
3. Priority deadline is reached
The Institution
4. Calculates student need
5. Compares student attributes to the requirements of individual aid programs
6. Identifies viable programs and determines amounts to be offered to the student
7. Sends student an Award Letter
The Student
8. Reviews Award Letter
9. Accepts or rejects the aid that is offered
10. Notifies the college of his/her acceptance or rejection of the offer
The Institution
11. Holds funds for the student
12. Acquires loan guarantee (if applicable)
The Student
13. Receives the aid