Ready, Set, FAFSA!

Series held in partnership with the Educational Credit Management Corporation (ECMC) Group, the Minnesota Department of Education, the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the Minnesota Association of Financial Aid Administrators (MAFAA). Visit the Minnesota Goes to College website for more resources.

Session #1: Create Your FSA ID

Tuesday, January 9, 2024 @ 7:00 p.m. | Watch Webinar Recording

Suggested audience: 12th grade students and their parents/guardians

FAFSA requires students and their contributor(s) to have a Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID). Join us for a step-by-step walkthrough to create an FSA ID and tips to avoid common errors.

Session #2: Apply for Financial Aid: FAFSA

Tuesday, January 16, 2024 @ 7:00 p.m. | Watch Webinar Recording

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Session #2: Apply for Financial Aid: MN Dream Act

Tuesday, January 23, 2024 @ 7:00 p.m. | Watch Webinar Recording

Suggested audience: 12th grade students and their parents/guardians

In Minnesota, ALL students should apply for financial aid using one of two applications! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the most commonly used form. If you are an undocumented student, you may still be eligible to receive State financial aid and in-state resident tuition by submitting the Minnesota Dream Act application, which is similar to the FAFSA and requires most of the same information. Come with your questions and we will provide the answers. We will provide insight on specific sections of your application, tips to avoid common errors and more. Financial aid experts will be available to answer your questions in the Q & A during the session. 

Choose one session to attend, based on your status indicated below:

• Complete the FAFSA (for students who are U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens), or

• Complete the MN Dream Act (for students who are undocumented)

Session #3: Understand Your Offer Letter

Tuesday, January 30, 2024 @ 7:00 p.m. | Watch Webinar Recording
Suggested audience: 12th grade students and their parents/guardians

Understanding your financial aid offer letter can be complicated, especially if you applied to more than one college or university. This session will help you understand how to read and compare them.