What is the FAFSA Form?
FAFSA is the acronym for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This one form must be submitted by all students interested in receiving any form of financial aid to include grants, student loans, work-study and even lottery tuition assistance. Don’t let the application intimidate you; this is information that you already know. How do I start the financial aid application process? We suggest that students first apply for a PIN number at www.pin.ed.gov. The PIN number is a unique four digit code linked specifically to your Social Security number and issued by the Department of Education. This number will not only serve as your electronic signature throughout your entire college career, but with this four digit PIN, you will be able to access your information online. How is the FAFSA submitted? Students have two available options for submitting the FAFSA. The preferred way is to submit your application electronically at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The processing time for an online application is
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Form is used to determine how much your family can afford to pay toward your college based on household income and other factors, including how much you will need to meet the cost of attending college. A new FAFSA Form must be completed each year that you wish to be considered for financial aid. The new paper FAFSA Form is usually available in November or in January for the online form prior to the new school year. You can also obtain one at your school’s financial aid office or the public library.
