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    EducationFree Application for Federal Student Aid

    FAFSA

    The form students must complete each year to determine eligibility for federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, federal student loans, work-study, and many institutional scholarships.

    Also known as

    Free Application for Federal Student Aid

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    Frequently asked questions about FAFSA

    What is Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?+

    The form students must complete each year to determine eligibility for federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, federal student loans, work-study, and many institutional scholarships.

    Who qualifies for FAFSA?+

    Students enrolled (or planning to enroll) at an eligible school who meet income, citizenship, or service-related rules.

    How do I apply for FAFSA?+

    Complete the FAFSA at studentaid.gov each year. Veterans applying for VA education benefits start at va.gov/education.

    Where can I get help?+

    For federal aid, complete the FAFSA at studentaid.gov. Veterans should start at va.gov/education. BenefitKarma's free Benefit Eligibility Screener can flag programs you may have missed.

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