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FAFSA

Review what information you will need to complete the FAFSA before getting started

Here is where to go to complete your FAFSA.

Watch this video on how to complete the FAFSA.

The FSA ID is the username and password you use to log in to U.S. Department of Education (ED) online systems.  The student and one of the parents will need FSA IDs in order to complete and submit the FAFSA. Here is additional information about the FSA ID. 

Visit https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch to obtain your FSA ID.

Visit our FAFSA Assistance webpage for more information on the FAFSA.