10.16.2020
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Attention: All Graduates
Graduates will want to submit an application online to qualify for grants, loans, and other types of financial aid for college and career training. Here are a few important things to know:
- FAFSA opens on Oct 1 and closes on March 2. It is recommended that you fill it out ASAP (before January) to secure grants.
- Prior to filling out the FAFSA, learners and parents must have their own FSA ID. Create your FSA ID at fsaid.ed.gov. Requesting your FSA ID is very easy and takes about 4-5 minutes. Make sure you have your social security number on hand. One of your parents will need their own FSA ID. You will receive your FSA ID between 3-4 business days.
- Upon receiving your FSA ID, complete your FAFSA at fafsa.gov. Learners and parents should sit together when filling out the FAFSA. You will report your prior income and tax information from 2019.
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