FAFSA form

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is a form students and their families fill out to determine eligibility for financial assistance for college. It collects financial information to assess a student’s need and helps secure federal grants, loans, and work-study programs. Colleges also use FAFSA data to award their own aid. Filing the FAFSA is free, and completing it accurately can increase chances of receiving financial support to help cover education costs.