FAFSA

What is FAFSA?

FAFSA, or the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, is a form created by the U.S. Department of Education. Completing this form is an essential step for current and future college students, both at undergraduate and graduate levels, to assess their eligibility for various forms of student financial aid.

While FAFSA may initially seem centered on federal aid, its scope extends to state and college-provided financial aid, making it the key to exploring diverse financial assistance options.

Most students may qualify for financial aid, regardless of their income or circumstances. For instance, students who don’t qualify for need-based aid may still be eligible for an unsubsidized Stafford Loan.

Upon completing and submitting the FAFSA form, a federal processor reviews the provided data and shares the results with the colleges specified in your application.

While the FAFSA form, with its over 100 questions, may appear intimidating, rest assured that it’s manageable with the proper guidance. At Eagle Gate College, our expert financial aid team is ready to assist you through each step of the process.

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State Deadlines*

Contact Your Financial Aid Office
Utah

March 1, 2025
Idaho

*source: https://studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/fafsa-deadlines

College Deadline

Call the Financial Aid Team

School deadlines may vary based on your program start date.

Federal Deadline

June 30, 2026

The FAFSA form must be submitted by 11:59 pm Central Time (CT) on June 30th of each calendar year. Any corrections or updates must be submitted by the date provided annually by the Department of Education. See the Federal Deadlines site link below.

*source: https://studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/fafsa-deadlines

How to Fill Out the FAFSA Form

1. Gather your information – social security or alien registration number, federal income tax return, W-2 forms, and other income sources and investments. Your parents will be required to provide information if you are a dependent.
2. Create your FSA (Federal Student Aid) ID on the FAFSA website. You’ll use this to access resources and to electronically sign your FAFSA.
3. Complete the application. Be thorough and double-check it for accuracy.
4. Submit your FAFSA. You will receive an email when your FAFSA has been processed.

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