Completing the FAFSA
Below is a step-by-step guide on how to complete the FAFSA. Keep scrolling to see frequently asked questions and answers, videos that will help you along the way, and helpful reminders. For additional questions, fill out the contact form on the home page to schedule a meeting with Mrs. Precure.
FAFSA Frequently Asked Questions
What is FAFSA?
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (known as the FAFSA) is a form that can be prepared annually by students (undergraduate and graduate) in the United States to determine their eligibility for student financial aid (including the Pell Grant, Federal student loans and Federal Work-Study).
Do I have to pay to submit it?
NO! If you had to pay to submit, it was a scam!
Do I HAVE to do it?
In accordance with Texas Education Code (TEC), §28.0256, beginning with students enrolled in 12th grade during the 2021-2022 school year, each student must do one of the following in order to graduate:
Complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA);
Complete and submit a Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA); or
Submit a signed opt-out form.
When do I fill this form out?
The form becomes available each year on October 1, but you can start on the FAFSA ID now.
When is the deadline?
Priority Deadline: January 15
You may complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) between October 1 and midnight Central Time, June 30.
First come first serve! Most schools have a January 15 priority deadline.
What should I do now?
Get a FSA ID. Get a U.S. Department of Education personal identification number (PIN) by filling out the short application at FSA ID HERE. Write this down somewhere you will remember.
Helpful Videos
FAFSA and FSA ID Tips for Parents
¿Eres elegible para recibir ayuda financiera de FAFSA?
Way to Pay: FAFSA (Spanish)
Way to Pay: Finanical Aid (Spanish)
Remember:
Make sure you know your Social Security Number.
Make sure you have set up a personal email account that is not your school email.
If possible, do not use an iCloud email. FAFSA, TSI, and major companies may not receive information from these emails.
Keep in mind that once you create your FAFSA ID--DON’T LOSE IT!
You may have to help your parent/s create their FAFSA ID
Your parent/s might have a FAFSA ID if you have an older sibling
You will use this Financial Aid ID during college and re-submitting future FAFSAs
Need additional help? Try the FAFSA Toolkit Resources:
https://texasoncourse.org/educators/popular-links/the-new-financial-aid-graduation-requirement