Complete Your FAFSA

Need Help With Your FAFSA?

There's been a lot of news coverage about the new FAFSA application. But the process is easier than ever to complete. Just two simple steps:

First, visit studentaid.gov and create an FSA ID.

Everyone who provides information on your FAFSA form must create an FSA ID. Keep your FSA ID and account login information accessible. Your account information also acts as a legal signature to sign the FAFSA, and it's the only way to correct information once your application is started. It also allows you to transfer tax information into the form.

Next, complete your FAFSA.

Here's a link to step-by-step instructions. It covers the documents you'll need, describes how you determine your dependency status, how to report your parents' information, and more. There's a how-to video, a link to a virtual FAFSA assistant, a getting help link...everything you'll need to submit a completed form.

Need additional help?

Sign up for a Next Steps Wednesday or FAFSA Friday event. SMC financial aid experts will help you create an FSA ID and complete your federal applications.