That’s right, before digging into the Turkey and ALL.THE.SIDES, and slipping into a tryptophan-laced carbcoma, make sure your FAFSA is complete. Why? Because deadlines. Many students believe there is only one deadline for FAFSA, but that belief can cause students to miss out on receiving funds! Actually, there are three deadlines to consider when filing FAFSA, and students should file by the earliest deadline.
School Deadline: this varies by school, and some schools begin allocating aid as soon as applications are received, so the sooner your application is submitted, the better. Some schools have FAFSA deadlines as early as their priority application deadlines.
State Deadline: each state sets its own deadline, and some say to submit ASAP. For example, in North Carolina, “awards are made until funds are depleted.” Find your state’s deadline.
Federal Deadline: likely the latest deadline, but an important one. If you miss this deadline, you are no longer eligible to submit that year’s FAFSA, meaning schools may not be able to award any money, even if your financial circumstances have changed.
To complete you FAFSA, choose one of the following: Online, Android, Apple,
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Safe travels, enjoy the holiday, and give thanks for all your blessings…