2025-2026 FAFSA Updates
The 2025-2026 FAFSA Is Now Available
What You'll Need to Fill Out The FAFSA
1. Your FSA ID
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An FSA ID is a username used to apply on StudentAid.gov
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Every contributor (anyone who's required to provide information on the FAFSA) must make their own FSA ID
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To learn more about which parent is considered a contributor, use the Parent On The FAFSA Tool
2. Gather Needed Documents
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2023 tax records
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Records of any child support received & current balances of cash, savings, and checking accounts
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Net worth of investments, businesses, and farms
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Information to invite your contributors (Name, SSN, Date of Birth, & Email)
3. Request Help If Needed
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Receive individualized assistance completing your FAFSA at our Financial Aid Saturday events
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Visit the FAFSA® Help page to find answers to common questions
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Contact the Federal Student Aid Information Center by chat, email, or phone
Summary of Updates
Quick Links
Financial Aid Timeline
Dates | Events |
November 21st 2024
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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for 2025-2026 officially launched. |
December 2024 - May 2025
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Our Student Financial Aid office will offer hands-on-help to complete the FAFSA or TASFA at our Financial Aid Saturday events. |
February 2025
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Our Student Financial Aid Office will begin to process your FAFSA information and update your ACES account with any outstanding requirements. |
Spring 2025 |
Our Student Financial Aid Office will provide you your financial aid award offers for Fall 2025-Spring 2026. |
Questions?
If you need further assistance, please contact our Student Financial Aid Office at 210-21ALAMO (210-212-5266).