FAFSA Completion Toolkit
What Is FAFSA?
The FAFSA® form, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid, is a form used to apply for financial aid. Completing the FAFSA form is the only way to access the largest source of financial aid—federal student aid—to help you pay for your education. Learn more!
Start Your 2024–25 FAFSA® Form
The first and most important step to take on your federal student aid journey is submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. Watch Video.
Gather Information Required To Complete the FAFSA® Form
If you plan to submit a 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form, gather the required documents and information that you’ll need to fill out the form. Watch Video
Create and Access Your StudentAid.gov Account
If you plan to submit a 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form, you will need to create a StudentAid.gov account username and password. Watch Video.
What Happens After Submitting Your FAFSA Form?
If you’re submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form, make sure you know what to expect next. Learn more!
What Happens After Your FAFSA Form Is Processed?
Learn what steps are taken after your FAFSA form is processed.