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The federal financial aid deadline ends Sunday. But you can still get help filling out the form
Millions of students fill out the FAFSA every year to access funds to pay for college.
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New and returning college students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, known as FAFSA, by 11:59 p.m. Central Time on June 30. California community college students have until Sept. 3 to apply for state-based financial aid.
Why it matters: The U.S. Department of Education uses FAFSA data to provide financial aid. Colleges also use this information to calculate how much students will pay to go to their campus. With the student data, they provide offers composed of grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study.
Good to know: Undocumented students, DACA recipients, U Visa holders, and students with Temporary Protected Status can complete the California Dream Act Application (CADAA). The California Student Aid Commission has also expanded the CADAA as an option for students who are having trouble completing the FAFSA because they have a parent or guardian without a social security number.
Need help with your application? The American School Counselor Association is hosting last-minute office hours to help students and families. You can sign up for a session here.
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