FAFSA

FAFSA Help

  • The Free Application for Federal Student Aid has been overhauled this year. 

    Please review the 2025-26 FAFSA Checklist to determine who needs to contribute to the FAFSA and who will need an FSA ID as well as what documents you need to have a successful FAFSA submission. Once you determine who needs an FSA ID, go to Create an Account to get started.

FAQs on the Better FAFSA

  • Q. What is the Better FAFSA?

  • Q: When will the 2024-25 FAFSA open?

  • Q: Why is the form opening in December instead of the standard October 1 date?

  • Q: This new process is being referred to as “FAFSA Simplification.” Is the new form really simplified?

  • Q: Will a student or parent be able to access the 2024-25 FAFSA without an FSA ID?

  • Q: Will individuals without Social Security numbers (SSN) be able to secure an FSA ID to use with the 2024-25 FAFSA?

  • Q: What is the new name for the Expected Family Contribution (EFC)?

  • Q: Will the number of family members in college still be used in determining the SAI?

  • Q: Will small business and family farm net values still be exempt when reporting assets?

  • Q. What are the most significant changes coming to the 2024-25 FAFSA form?

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