How do I apply for federal, state, and institutional aid?
PLEASE APPLY EARLY!!! Step 1. You will need to gather the following information to accurately complete your FAFSA application: • Your Social Security Number • Your W2 Form and other records of income earned • Your 2009 Federal Income Tax return (and that of your spouse, if you’re married) • Your parents’ 2009 Federal Income Tax Return (if you’re a dependent student) • Any foreign tax returns • Your 2009 untaxed income records • Your 2009 bank statements Step 2. Electronically submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). • For FAFSA on the Web, you can go to www.fafsa.ed.gov • For general student aid information, you can go to www.studentaid.ed.gov • You can apply beginning January 1, 2010. Be sure to check the FAFSA for the list of deadlines for state aid Step 3. Be aware of Financial Aid deadlines. Refer to the following checklist for guidance in meeting the above deadline for your financial aid application. January 1- January 31: The 2010-2011 FAFSA is available on-li
