FAFSA
Is FAFSA important?
YESS!!!!!
What is step 1 to applying to FAFSA?
Creating an account for yourself
True/False: Do you have to pay back scholarships?
False
True/False: I can ask my advisors for help on my FAFSA.
True
What does the S in SMART goals stand for?
Specific
True/False: All colleges and states also use FAFSA information to award state and institutional financial aid.
False, most do but not all.
True/False: My parent/guardian will not complete a similar form.
False
Are grants a good or bad thing?
Very, very good thing!
What day is the FAFSA due this year?
March 2nd, 2026
What does the M in SMART goals stand for?
Measurable
Who determines your eligibility for federal aid, including grants, loans, and work-study programs?
U.S. Department of Education
What are the two documents you will need to check on yearly to complete the financial aid information section?
Always check the year required for the Federal Income Tax Return and what is considered an asset.
What are loans?
Borrowed money you eventually have to pay back + interest
Name 2 tips that was discussed.
Apply no matter what, don't be scared to ask questions or help, organizations always want to give out $, Take a deep breath and take a break.
What does the A in SMART goals stand for?
Attainable
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application For Federal Student Aid
What was part of the onboarding process?
Introduction to: What is FAFSA, Contributors to FAFSA form, What to Expect, After Submitting
How do you get a grant?
When you submit your FAFSA application, they will determine by financial need
Name 2 other tips that were discussed and not answered previously.
Apply no matter what, don't be scared to ask questions or help, organizations always want to give out $, Take a deep breath and take a break.
What does the R in SMART goals stand for?
Relevant
What is FAFSA?
“The FAFSA is a form you complete to apply for financial aid for higher education. It is used by the U.S. Department of Education to determine your eligibility for federal aid, including grants, loans, and work-study programs. Most states and colleges also use FAFSA information to award state and institutional financial aid.”
List at least three materials you will need to complete the financial aid information.
Contributor info + Invite them, Federal Income Tax return, Records of Child Support Received, Record Assets, List of colleges or career schools you are interested in attending
Where can one find other financial aid sources?
Counselor's office, online, community organizations, etc
Why should we apply no matter what?
Your financial aid can cover the majority of the fees. You never know if you get into a great school and they offer you a substantial financial aid package.
What does the T in SMART goals stand for?
Timely