The FAFSA is changing for the 2024-2025 academic year. We're delving into the nitty-gritty details to help you gear up for the FAFSA application, when it opens on December 31, 2024. Securing financial assistance is crucial, and for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year, there are some significant changes you need to be aware of. Understanding FAFSA's Importance: The FAFSA … [Read more...] about Navigating FAFSA 2024-2025: A Comprehensive Guide to Prep and Submission
For those of you who plan to attend college during the 2024-2025 school year, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) processes and system will be getting big updates. This includes a new and improved FAFSA experience for students and families. As a result, the updated FAFSA form is not available like it traditionally has been on October 1. Instead, the updated … [Read more...] about 2024-2025 FAFSA Update
Life changes fast. That is why we want you to apply for a Special Circumstance. Special Circumstance is a process through which your FAFSA, which is based on old financial information, is updated to reflect your family’s current financial situation. A Special Circumstance can help you pay for college by changing the types or amounts of financial aid you receive. Only … [Read more...] about Application Available for Special Circumstance Consideration
We have an important task for your to-do list. File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2022-2023 school year. You'll need some information before you get started. Your FSA ID (a parent may need one too). Federal income tax forms from 2020. Missouri State's federal school code (002503). Even if you have scholarships, this is important. … [Read more...] about Why every Missouri State student should submit a FAFSA
TL;DR: You can file your tax return for free, employers have already mailed you important things, and you should keep copies of everything for 3 years. Filing Your Tax Return is Free Let’s start with the actual tax return. To file your return for free, check out your local Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. These trustworthy volunteers are annually certified … [Read more...] about Tax Stuff They Don’t Teach in School