How to Apply - 2024-2025 Financial Aid Application 

The FAFSA Simplification Act was passed by Congress to streamline the financial aid process for students and families.  Among other key changes, the legislation significantly reduced the total number of questions students see when completing the 2024-25 FAFSA.  We have highlighted some notable differences from prior years.

Note: Although the rollout has been problematic, most issues have been resolved, so students should apply now if they have not already done so at studentaid.gov.

• Students must invite “contributors” (e.g., parents or spouse) to complete their section of the FAFSA.
• To invite contributors, students must know:
  • Their email address
  • The name used on their tax return (if they filed one)
  • Their Social Security number (SSN) (if they have one)
• All contributors must have a FSA ID.
• Mixed family status (e.g., contributors without SSNs) can now submit a FAFSA.
• All contributors must give approval and consent (including non-filers) to pull IRS tax return information, or the FAFSA becomes invalid, and the student will not be eligible for federal aid.
• All contributors must complete their section of the FAFSA before it can be submitted.
• Students can now make corrections to their FAFSA Submission Summary.

You can see further changes and follow future updates online at our FAFSA Simplification Act page.

Contact your Financial Aid Department if you have questions.  To ensure student privacy, please be prepared to provide your student ID number to the Financial Aid representative.