What is a Data Release Number (DRN)?
A Data Release Number (DRN) is a four-digit number assigned to your application by the U.S. Department of Education. It is printed on the lower left-hand corner of the paper Student Aid Report (SAR) and in the upper right-hand corner on the electronic SAR. The DRN can be provided to a customer service representative to make certain changes to your FAFSA information. These changes include: permanent mailing address, e-mail address, phone number, school code and/or housing plan. You should not give your DRN to anyone unless you want that person to have access to your FAFSA information.
Your Data Release Number (DRN) is a four-digit number assigned to your application by Federal Student Aid. It will appear close to the top right hand corner on the first page of your paper or electronic Student Aid Report (SAR). If you file electronically, you will also find your DRN below the Confirmation Number on your submission confirmation page. You will need the DRN if you contact the Federal Student Aid Information Center to make corrections to your mailing address or the schools you listed on your FAFSA. The DRN also allows you to release your FAFSA data to schools you did not list on your original FAFSA.
A Data Release Number (DRN) is a four-digit number assigned to your application by Federal Student Aid. It is printed on the lower left-hand corner of the paper Student Aid Report (SAR), in the upper right-hand corner on the electronic SAR, and on your confirmation page. The DRN can be provided to a customer service representative to make certain changes to your FAFSA information. These changes include: permanent mailing address, e-mail address, phone number, school code and/or housing plan. You should not give your DRN to anyone unless you want that person to have access to your FAFSA information.
