What are some tips for completing a FAFSA?
The information supplied on the FAFSA is taken from you and/or your parents’ prior-year federal income tax forms. Please make an effort to prepare the income tax forms early enough to complete the FAFSA accurately and completely. If you or your parents are unable to prepare your taxes this early, use estimated income figures to complete the FAFSA. When doing so, you will need to have copies of all tax and W2 forms submitted to the financial aid office as soon as possible after your taxes are completed for verification. Warning: A student submitting estimated numbers may not receive a correct EFC number. When filling out the paper form, remember to complete the entire form, use black ink, and do not leave any questions blank unless instructed to do so. Be cautious when entering numbers like your social security number—an error in reporting your social security number can delay the application process (this applies to the online form as well). Get someone to proofread and fact check the
