FINANCIAL AID 101
FEDERAL STUDENT AID
How to Fill Out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Video
A FSA ID (individually created user id and password) is required to complete the FAFSA: https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm
The 2025-2026 FAFSA opens December 1. 2024: https://studentaid.gov/
To complete the FAFSA, you will use your prior year Tax Return (2023), so you don't have to wait. The new IRS Data Retrieval Tool makes this process quick. Your College Financial Aid Packages are available when you complete the FAFSA.
Reminder for males: You must register for the Selective Service System. https://www.sss.gov/
HOPE and STATE AID PROGRAMS
