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FSA ID https://fsaid.ed.gov/ An FSA ID gives you access to Federal Student Aid's online systems. Only create an FSA ID using your own personal information. Parent and Student must apply for FSA ID

FSA ID Something you will remember Numbers Upper Case Lower Case Special Characters example: # @ $ % ? 8 to 30 Characters If you forget ……. don’t panic

FAFSA Free Application For Federal Student Aid https://fafsa.ed.gov

Why fill out a FAFSA? The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step in the financial aid process. You use the FAFSA to apply for federal student aid, such as grants, work-study, and loans. In addition, most states and colleges use information from the FAFSA to award nonfederal aid

There is more than $150 billion available in federal aid to help students pay for college 10 10 15

Basic Eligibility Requirements Students must have: A high school diploma, GED certificate, or completed homeschooling. A Social Security Number (with limited exceptions) U.S. citizenship or be an eligible non-citizen Registered with the Selective Service (Males) Students also need to: Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an eligible program Be pursuing a degree, certificate, or credential Maintain ‘Satisfactory Academic Progress’ 11 15

FAFSA Dependency Status If any of the following criteria applies, the student is considered independent: 24 years or older Married Pursuing a Master’s or Doctorate Program Children and you provide ½ support In foster care since turning the age of 13 Emancipated minor Currently or was in legal guardianship Homeless or self supporting and at risk of being homeless Veteran or serving active duty in U.S. Armed Force

Special Circumstances Some examples of special circumstances are: Parents are incarcerated or deceased Left home due to an abusive family environment Unsure of parents whereabouts Circumstances must be well documented Financial aid office has final say (professional judgement)

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