It is the application that is required to be used by all schools in awarding federal and institutional student aid. Completing the FAFSA can qualify students for federal loans, federal grants, and federal work-study.
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The release of this year's Free Application for Federal Student Aid, also known as FAFSA, has been delayed by the Department of Education. This delay will affect both current college students and the high school Class of 2024.
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PARENTS & STUDENTS MUST CREATE A FSA ID
For parents and students, having a FSA ID prior to starting the FAFSA is the fastest way to sign your application and have it processed. It’s also the only way to access or correct your information online or to prefill an online FAFSA form with information from your previous year’s FAFSA form.
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Take a detailed preview of the FAFSA form before you complete it for yourself. We have created a step-by-step preview of each section of the FAFSA. We have provided easy-to-read directions and pro tips from RISLA's College Planning Center team of experts.
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It's time to start applying for financial aid for college. This means, FAFSA season is here and can be overwhelming to many. So, let’s break this down into the basic need-to-know facts one by one.
FREE! It’s even included in the name. Free Application For Federal Student Aid.
Filing earlier is better. You may receive your school's award letters sooner, leaving you with more time to compare all your school offers and research options to help fill the “gap” for unmet needs.
Used to determine more than just Federal Aid. Schools require the FAFSA when awarding institutional aid if they are not requiring completion of the CSS Profile.
Determines eligibility for Work Study. Federal Work-Study provides part-time jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial needs allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses.
FAFSA is required to be completed yearly. Federal aid (including eligibility for Federal student loans) is granted on a yearly basis. Therefore, FAFSA completion is required for aid to be granted each year.
Determines eligibility for RI Promise Scholarship. Through the Promise scholarship, all Rhode Islanders coming right out of high school are eligible to pursue associate degrees at CCRI tuition-free.
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HOW TO PREPARE FOR FAFSA
Money for college starts with FAFSA
Everyone should complete the FAFSA which can qualify students for grants, scholarships, federal student loans, and work-study.
Balances of checking & saving accounts for parent(s) and student.
A list of schools that students will be applying to.
Printed copies are required for parent(s) and student.
Parents are required to provide the date of marriage or divorce.
If you need assistance at any point in the college planning process, free help is available.
Simply schedule an appointment with the RISLA College Planning Center. The counselors can walk you through every step of the way, help you access financial aid, and answer your difficult college planning questions.
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