What is FAFSA?
A. FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The FAFSA is the application that will allow you to be considered for free federal money (grants), federal work/study programs, and/or federal loans to assist you with the cost of higher education. Most accredited postsecondary educational institutions strongly recommend that all potential students apply/submit their FAFSA each year. EOC recommends that all students submit their FAFSA early each year your school will determine your eligibility and award amount. Make sure you check with your school’s financial aid office what federal student aid programs it offers.