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Each year, the U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid provides around $111 billion in federal student aid. Yet our annual reporting finds that only a fraction of high school students submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. So, let’s bust myths!
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is the student’s responsibility, but when a student is considered a dependent student for FAFSA purposes, parents have a large role in the application process. Educate yourself about the process and opportunities so you can provide the guidance your child needs to do their part.
Misleading information about your FSA ID (account username and password) could affect your eligibility for federal student financial aid programs. Get the facts.
If you need financial aid to pay for college, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. It’s easier to complete the FAFSA form if you gather what you need ahead of time. Here are a few items to help you fill it out.
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is the first step to obtaining federal student aid to help pay for your college or career school. Follow these eight simple steps to set yourself up for success and submit the form on time.
Learn four things you need to know about filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form if you have more than one child in college.
