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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.
Each year, the U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid provides around $112 billion in federal student aid. But students may miss out. Our FY 2021 Annual Report found that only about 61% of high school students submitted the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form between October 2020 and September 2021. 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.
You’ll have a better chance at receiving money for college if you avoid several common mistakes when filling out your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form, such as not completing it on time, not filling it out correctly, or forgetting to sign and submit.
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.
Misleading information about your FSA ID (account username and password) could affect your eligibility for federal student financial aid programs. Get the facts.
