What is the FAFSA?
- FAFSA = Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Completing and submitting the FAFSA is free and quick, and it gives you access to the largest source of financial aid to pay for college or career school. HERE IS A SAMPLE OF LAST YEAR'S FAFSA!!
- EVERYBODY!! It is the single most important thing you can do to get assistance paying for college.
- Every year, the federal government awards about $150 billion in the form of grants, low-interest loans, and work-study fund to help millions of students pay for college.
- Unfortunately, some students feel like they shouldn’t bother filling out a FAFSA because of some common myths. DO NOT FALL FOR THESE!
- The FAFSA becomes available in early January each year. The priority deadline is March 1st! Do not worry, help will be provided to all parents and students who want to fill out the FAFSA!
- Every student is different and it all depends on the amount of income each family has. To estimate your financial aid and plan ahead, use this tool, FAFSA4caster!