To assist you in filling out the FAFSA and to answer all your questions, the FLHS Counseling Department will be holding a virtual presentation on the FAFSA process in conjunction with the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) on Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 6:30-8:30pm.
In preparation for this event, please have the following items ready:
FSA ID account and Password (for the student and all parental information contributors). Click here for a flyer detailing how to obtain an FSA ID and Password for those that may not know.
Copy of all 2023 Federal Income Tax Returns with schedules and W-2 forms for student (if applicable) and parent(s).
Social Security or Individual Tax Identification numbers for parent and social security number for the student. If the student is not a U.S. Citizen, Alien Registration number or documentation as U.S. Permanent Resident. (if the student is not a citizen or eligible non-citizen, they should not complete the FAFSA and should refer to the NJ Dreamer application)
Records of balances in checking and savings – for student and parent(s).
Marital Status of parent(s) and date of marital status (for example, the date of marriage).
Student Driver’s License # (if applicable).
Please create your student AND parent(s) User ID and Password by going to https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch at least three days prior to the event, as verification can take some time.
The students will use their login to access the FAFSA at www.studentaid.gov, the parent(s) will use their ID to sign into the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid including State Aid). (How to Apply for Federal & State Financial Aid in NJ in Just 5 Steps)
We look forward to seeing you!
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