FAFSA FAQs

FAFSA on the Web has a very thorough FAQ section. Find answers to questions concerning every aspect of the FAFSA, from eligibility to school codes to Accessing Electronic SAR. See the Getting Help section for contact information if you need further assistance.

An excellent list of the most common questions asked about the FAFSA. Very solid advice is given regarding special circumstances, unusual living arrangements, divorced parents, and more.

Where can I get a form? Are photocopies acceptable? How soon after January 1st can I file my FASFA? Get answers to the most common FAFSA questions. Also, to better understand your Student Aid Report (SAR), see the list of the acronyms used on the SAR.

In addition to the usual questions, this list also touches on using estimates if you haven't filed your income taxes yet and reporting step-parent's income.