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FAFSA Made Simple
- FAFSA opens up October 1, 2025
- www.fafsa.gov
- complete the 2026-2027 FAFSA form
Quick Tips You Can Actually Use
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Get FSA IDs for you + your student before starting
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Collect tax returns, W-2s, bank & investment docs
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Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool
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Fill every question (use “0” when necessary)
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Review all answers before submitting
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Submit early — many aid funds run out fast
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You can correct your FAFSA later if needed
What You’ll Need
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SSNs & birthdates
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Driver’s license (if any)
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Latest federal tax returns (you & student)
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W-2s and other income records
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Records of untaxed income (e.g. child support, interest)
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Bank & investment statements
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Alien registration number (if non-citizen)
Need Help?
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Contact the financial aid office at any college your child is applying to
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Call 1-800-4-FED-AID
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Visit studentaid.gov — guides, FAQs, tutorials
SUNY Workshops
FAFSA Overview Workshops (Virtual)
Walkthrough of FAFSA steps with Q&ASchedule: engage.suny.edu/portal/
financial_aid_sessions_virtual FAFSA Completion Workshops (Virtual / Hands-On)
Guided, fill-out-along sessionsSchedule: engage.suny.edu/portal/fafsa_
workshops Sincerely,Mrs. Kelly Page (A - G)Mrs. Jill Smilinich (H - N)Ms. Susie Clar (O - Z)
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