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Financial Aid Tips
- FAFSA applications are available January 1 each year
- Complete the FAFSA application each year and update all necessary information
- Complete the FAFSA online for faster processing
- There is NO FEE to fill out a FAFSA application
- Check with your college about the financial aid priority deadline
- Most colleges require that you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year to be considered for any type of financial aid.
- Make sure you update your FAFSA school codes, especially if you are transferring to a new school
- Review your Student Aid Report (SAR) for errors
- Always keep record of your PIN (Personal Identification Number)
- Print your FAFSA application confirmation page for your records
- Continue to check your email for financial aid requests – you might be asked to submit additional documents for verification purposes
- Contact your financial aid counselor if you have questions
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