FAFSA Flashcards
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Which of the following can make a student INELIGIBLE for federal student aid?
Answer: Defaulting on a previous federal student loan
Being in default on a prior federal student loan disqualifies a student from new federal aid.
What general citizenship status is required to receive federal student aid through the FAFSA?
Answer: U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
Federal aid requires the student to be a U.S. citizen or an eligible noncitizen.
To keep receiving federal aid, students must maintain what?
Answer: Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress as defined by their school.
When does the FAFSA application cycle typically open each year?
Answer: October 1 (or as announced)
The FAFSA traditionally opens in the fall, around October 1, though dates can vary.
What document does a student receive after submitting the FAFSA that summarizes their information?
Answer: FAFSA Submission Summary
The FAFSA Submission Summary (formerly the SAR) summarizes the submitted information.
A student can list how their FAFSA information is sent to schools by adding what?
Answer: School codes (Federal School Codes)
Students add Federal School Codes so their FAFSA data is sent to those colleges.
If a family experiences a major income loss after filing, what should they do?
Answer: Contact the school's financial aid office for a professional judgment review
Families with special circumstances can request a professional judgment review from the financial aid office.