FASFA & WASFA

FAFSA and WASFA: Your Path to Financial Aid

FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
  1. Eligibility: US citizens, permanent residents, and certain non-citizens.
  2. Purpose: Determines your eligibility for federal grants, loans, and other financial aid.
WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid)
  1. Eligibility: Undocumented individuals, those ineligible for FAFSA due to immigration status, and select applicants.
  2. Purpose: Determines your eligibility for state grants, loans, and other financial aid.

What You Information You Need to Apply

Student Information
  • Social Security Number (or ITIN for WASFA)
  • Date of Birth
  • 2022 Federal Tax Returns, W-2, 1099, and/or 1065 forms
  • Cash, Savings, and Checking Balances
  • Investments/Net Worth
Parent Information (if applicable)
  • Social Security Number (or ITIN for WASFA)
  • Date of Birth
  • 2022 Federal Tax Returns, W-2, 1099, and/or 1065 forms
  • Cash, Savings, and Checking Balances
  • Investments/Net Worth

Important Reminders:

  1. Student Signature: Sign the application electronically using your FSA ID.
  2. Deadlines Matter: Meeting your school's priority deadline, making timely updates, and submitting additional paperwork can significantly impact your financial aid
For more information, visit the FAFSA or WASFA websites.