Applying for financial aid can be a critical step in securing the necessary funds for your education.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) plays a central role in this process, helping students access federal aid, state aid, and financial support from colleges and universities.

What is the FAFSA Deadline for 2024?

The FAFSA deadline for the 2023-2024 academic year is June 30, 2024.

Students had the opportunity to start filing their FAFSA applications from October 1, 2022, up until this deadline.

It is important to note that this deadline applies to both undergraduate and graduate students.

Missing this deadline means you will not be eligible for federal financial aid for the 2023-2024 school year.

While the deadline to submit your FAFSA is June 30, waiting until the last minute is not advisable.

Filing your FAFSA early, ideally soon after the October 1 start date, can significantly benefit you.

Early filers are often more likely to receive grants and other forms of aid compared to those who file later.

This is because some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

Therefore, submitting your FAFSA early can increase your chances of receiving a more substantial financial aid package.

How do I submit a correction to FAFSA?

After submitting your FAFSA, you may find that you need to make corrections.

This could be due to changes in your financial situation, mistakes in your original application, or updates to your contact information.

Fortunately, the process for making corrections is straightforward.

For the 2023-2024 academic year, all corrections must be submitted by September 14, 2024, at 11:59 pm Central Time.

Here are the steps to make corrections to your FAFSA online:

• Go to fafsa.gov and log in using your FSA ID.
• Select “Start or Edit a 2023-24 FAFSA Form.”
• Choose your role (student, parent, or preparer).
• On the “My FAFSA” page, select “Make Corrections.”
• Create a save key to access your FAFSA form later if needed.
• Make the necessary changes to your information.
• Submit your updated FAFSA form.

Alternatively, you can make corrections by writing them on your paper Student Aid Report (SAR), signing it, and mailing it to the address provided on the SAR.

Additionally, some schools can make changes for you electronically, so it is worth checking with your financial aid office.

Common reasons to update your FAFSA include:

• Adding or removing colleges from your application.
• Updating your email or mailing address.
• Correcting any information except for your Social Security number.

Staying on top of these details ensures that your financial aid information is accurate and that you receive the correct amount of aid.