How To Use The Online FAFSA

 

  • If you don’t already have a PIN number, apply for one at www.pin.ed.gov
  • Have a parent get a PIN as well
  • Go to www.FAFSA.ed.gov to examine the list of documents you will need to fill out a FAFSA
  • Fill out a pre-application worksheet
  • As soon after Jan. 1 as possible, fill out the application
  • Once completed, review all answers carefully
  • If your parent has a PIN, have him or her electronically sign the application. Otherwise he or she must print a paper signature page from FAFSA, sign it and mail it in.
  • Submit the application
  • Upon submission you will receive a confirmation page that shows your Estimated Expected family Contribution (EFC). This is the number colleges use to determine the types and amounts of aid for which you are eligible. Print a copy of this page.
  • In about 2 weeks you will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) in the mail or an e-mail with a link to your SAR info.

If you have questions:

  • Use the on-line chat link to chat with an online FAFSA rep
  • Call 1-800-4-FED-AID to speak with a FAFSA rep
  • Call ISAC at 1-800-899-4722 for assistance
  • Talk with your high school counselor
 
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