FAFSA Resources - Financial Aid

FAFSA: You're Worth It

There's a whole community ready to help you pay for college
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form is the key to unlocking college financial aid from federal, state, and local sources. Filling out the FAFSA helps keep college an option for the fall but does not commit you to enrolling. Fill out the FAFSA as early as possible to maximize the aid you'll receive!

Statewide Resources:

Checklist of things to do before completing your FAFSA (FAFSA Day Massachusetts)
What documents and information you'll need to fill out the FAFSA
College Financial Aid (MEFA)
Learn about financial aid, how to submit your financial aid applications, and next steps.
Free FAFSA Help (MEFA)
Blog post with resources for Massachusetts students
FAFSA Form (U.S. Department of Education)
Fill out the FAFSA form online
Financial aid glossary (College Board)
Get help with terms like "net price," "demonstrated need," and more

General Resources:

FAFSA Day Massachusetts
Find links to a video of an information session, an "Understanding the FAFSA" video, FAQs on filling out the FAFSA, and more
Massachusetts Department of Higher Education
The Office of Student Financial Assistance provides general financial aid information for Massachusetts students. Particularly helpful for students planning to attend state universities or community colleges.
MassEdCO
Information on education and career readiness services for underrepresented high school students and adults

Regional Resources:

MassEdCO's regional opportunity centers provide FAFSA completion help for low-income adults and high school students not served by Talent Search or GEAR UP programs:

Last Updated: January 22, 2024