FAFSA

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What does the acronym FAFSA mean?

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Free Application for Federal Student Aid

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Does it cost money to file the FAFSA?

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No

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The FAFSA becomes available starting...

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October 1

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Which one of these things do you NOT need to fill out the FAFSA?
- Birth certificate (or proof of U.S. citizenship)
- Tax information from parent(s)
- Parent and student FSA IDs
- Your Social Security Number

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Birth certificate (or proof of U.S. citizenship)

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True or False? Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered for the Selective Service (draft) in order to complete the FAFSA.

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True

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True or False? The FAFSA will only help you get federal financial aid, not state or college-based financial aid.

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False

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The formula colleges use to determine your financial aid package is: Cost of attendance minus expected family contribution

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Cost of attendance minus expected family contribution

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You file the FAFSA once over the course of your college career.

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False, file every year.

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Most need-based aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis so it is best to file the FAFSA as soon as possible.

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True

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What does EFC stand for?

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Expected Family Contribution