What is a FAFSA?
FAFSA stands for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. We strongly recommend that you do not pay anyone to complete the FAFSA for you. The FAFSA application is required to receive any federal and/or state financial aid along with any institutional need-based aid. The FAFSA and the formulas used by the Department of Education to calculate your expected family contribution (EFC) were developed by Congress and is used to calculate your financial need.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form to be completed by students who are interested in applying for federal and state student grants, work-study and loans. The FAFSA form can be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov or paper copies may be obtained from the Financial Aid office at many high schools and colleges.
The FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. You will need to file the FAFSA, preferably before March 2, each year that you wish to receive financial aid. By completing the FAFSA you are applying for federal and state student grants, work-study and student loans. Please note that for state and college aid you may also need to complete additional forms so contact your state educational agency or college about about this.
