The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form is an application for federal student aid. You need to complete the FAFSA form to apply for federal student aid such as federal grants, work-study funds, and loans. Completing and submitting the FAFSA form is free and easier than ever, and it gives you access to federal student aid — the largest source of aid — to help you pay for college.
In addition, many states and colleges use your FAFSA information to determine your eligibility for state and school aid. Some private scholarship donors may use your FAFSA information to determine whether you qualify for their scholarships.
Student Financial Aid
Apply for student aid, manage your aid, and find out what you need to know about financial aid.
Students attending between August 2026 through June 2027 will need to complete the 2026-2027 FAFSA application.
2025-2026 FAFSA IS OPEN
Students attending between August 2025 and June 2026 will need to complete the 2025-2026 FAFSA application.
New Filers must create FSA ID
New FAFSA filers will need to create an FSA ID prior to starting the FAFSA application, all FAFSA contributors will need their own FSA ID, (spouse, parent, and/or stepparent if applicable).
How to Create Your Account
For assistance on creating an FSA ID, please watch this instructional video.
How to Submit the FAFSA if Your Contributor Does Not Have an SSN
If you have a Social Security number (SSN), you must provide it when creating your account. If you do not have an SSN, you can create an account if one of the following statements is true for you.
I am a parent or spouse of a student who is completing the FAFSA, and I do not have an SSN.
I am a citizen of the Freely Associated Sates and need to complete the FAFSA form online.
For additional information on creating an FSA ID and completing the FAFSA without an SSN, please visit the Federal Student Aid website at: