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types of aid
types of aid
Money to pay for a college education is available in a variety of forms through FAFSA. The Federal Student Aid program includes the following:
Grants = free money, based on financial need
Work-study = a part-time job while you are enrolled in school
Loans = money you borrow and pay back at a low, fixed interest rate; loans are made to students and parents
Scholarships are another source of money for college. See the next page for more information.
To be eligible for Federal Financial Aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. When you submit the FAFSA form online, you will get a Student Aid Report (SAR) generally within two weeks. The SAR lists your Student Aid Index which can help your family in planning and selecting colleges that are a good financial fit. The colleges you list on your FAFSA form use the information they receive to determine your eligibilty for federal financial aid.
NOTE: Many states and institutions also require FAFSA completion for students to be eligible state and institutional grants. Therefore, it is critical to meet the FAFSA priority filing date for each institution to which you apply. Check their websites for this information.
Links and Help
Links and Help
Special Note for 2025-2026 FAFSA:
The FAFSA is being revised and tested. It will open in December. Watch for information regarding Better FAFSA Better Future.
Links below will be updated as new information becomes available.
Federal Student Aid Office of the U.S. Department of Education
Lots of information and guidance for completing FAFSA
Chatbots: Ask questions via text messages!
Federal Student Aid Help Center
Free FAFSA Hotline:
Talk to a live person Monday-Friday from 8 AM - 5 PM
English: 1-833-AzFAFSA
Spanish: 1-833-MiFAFSA
See Mrs. Meyer or your Peer Coach for help completing the FAFSA.
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