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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the gateway to grants, scholarships, work-study, and low-interest loans. Gather key documents like tax records and Social Security numbers, then complete the form online. Submitting early ensures you don\u2019t miss out on financial aid that can help cover college or career training costs.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_text=”Apply Now” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”3e07a45b-c3c0-44b3-bc34-fe16b5014810″ hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” url_new_window=”on” button_url=”https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/h\/apply-for-aid\/fafsa” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” background_enable_image=”off” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_margin=”33px|30px|33px|30px|true|true” custom_padding=”57px||43px|||” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-fc7b31e8-94d8-4560-b647-c33fa43cc805%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Gather Your Information<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Essential Documents<\/a> <\/p>\n Reporting Parent Guardian Income<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Which Parent\/Guardian’s Income Do I Report On My FAFSA?<\/a> \u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re a dependent student, your parent\/guardian will need to sign up for an FSA ID (link to Create an FSA ID) to provide necessary financial info and access details about your financial aid.<\/p>\n These documents help determine your eligibility for federal financial aid. Accurate and up-to-date info ensures you get the correct amount of aid.<\/p>\n If your parent\/guardian doesn\u2019t have a Social Security Number (SSN), don\u2019t worry! Here\u2019s what to do:<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Tips for Getting Started:<\/strong><\/p>\n If you need more help with the FAFSA or have questions, we\u2019re here for you! Check out our office hours (link to office hours) or visit StudentAid.gov for frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n Being prepared with the right documents will make filling out the FAFSA smoother and faster. Gather everything you need before you start, and you\u2019ll be on your way to securing financial aid for college. Congrats on taking another important step toward your college journey!<\/p>\n
Why These Documents Matter<\/a>
Parents\/Guardians Without an SSN<\/a>
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<\/p>\nGather Your Information – What You Need to File the FAFSA<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) <\/a>can be a breeze if you have all the necessary documents ready. We\u2019re here to help you gather everything you need to complete the form in one go. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need:<\/span><\/h4>\n
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Reporting Parent Guardian Income<\/strong><\/h4>\n