The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the key to accessing a variety of financial aid options for college. Once you’ve completed your FAFSA, you can choose which colleges you want the information to be sent to.
After you’ve submitted your FAFSA, there are a few ways to check and see if it’s been sent to the schools you selected:
- Check your FSAID
Your FSA ID is the username you use to sign in to your FAFSA account. Once you’ve logged in, you can click on the “My FAFSA” tab and then select “View and Print FAFSA.” This will show you a list of all the colleges you’ve sent your FAFSA to.
- Call the schools
You can also call the financial aid offices of the schools you’ve applied to and ask if they’ve received your FAFSA. They will be able to tell you whether or not your FAFSA has been received and processed.
- Track electronically
Some schools allow you to track the status of your FAFSA online. You can usually find a link to the tracking portal on the school’s website.
If you’ve sent your FAFSA to multiple schools, it’s important to check with each school to make sure they’ve received your information.
What to do if your FAFSA hasn’t been sent
If you’ve checked with the schools you’ve applied to and they haven’t received your FAFSA, there are a few things you can do:
- Check your FAFSA status
Log in to your FAFSA account and click on the “My FAFSA” tab. Then, select “View and Print FAFSA.” This will show you the status of your FAFSA. If it says “Processed,” it means that your FAFSA has been sent to the schools you selected.
- Contact the schools
If your FAFSA has been processed but the schools you’ve applied to haven’t received it, contact the financial aid offices of those schools. They may be able to help you track down your FAFSA or send you a new copy.
- Resubmit your FAFSA
If you’ve tried all of the above and you’re still having problems getting your FAFSA sent to the schools you’ve applied to, you can resubmit your FAFSA.
Deadline for submitting your FAFSA
The FAFSA deadline is June 30th. However, many schools have earlier deadlines. It’s important to check with the schools you’re applying to to find out their deadlines.
Don’t miss out on financial aid
The FAFSA is the key to accessing a variety of financial aid options for college. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get the help you need to pay for school.
Additional tips for submitting your FAFSA
- File early. The earlier you file your FAFSA, the more likely you are to qualify for financial aid.
- Be accurate. Make sure you fill out your FAFSA carefully and accurately. Any errors could delay the processing of your application.
- Keep a copy of your FAFSA. This will come in handy if you need to make any changes or if you need to contact the schools you’ve applied to.
- Don’t forget to sign your FAFSA. Your signature is required in order for your FAFSA to be processed.
By following these tips, you can ensure that your FAFSA is sent to the schools you’ve selected and that you’re on your way to getting the financial aid you need to pay for college.
