FAFSA Plus-FAFSA Filing Assistance

Example

Explains new terminology introduced by the FAFSA Simplification Act, such as 'FAFSA FTI Approval' and 'Student Aid Index', ensuring students understand how these changes affect their application.

Scenario

A student beginning their FAFSA application encounters unfamiliar terms. FAFSA Plus offers detailed definitions and implications, facilitating a clearer application process.

Example

Guides users through each section of the FAFSA form, offering advice on how to answer specific questions and what information is required, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Scenario

A first-time applicant is unsure how to report their family income or their parents' tax information. FAFSA Plus provides a detailed walkthrough, including how to use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool for accuracy.

Example

Helps students estimate their eligibility for different types of financial aid, including federal grants, loans, and work-study programs, based on their personal and financial information.

Scenario

A prospective student wants to know how much aid they might qualify for before completing the FAFSA. FAFSA Plus uses provided information to give an early estimation of potential aid amounts.

Example

Offers explanations on procedural changes and policy updates, such as eligibility for the Pell Grant for incarcerated individuals or the conditions for receiving a Pell Grant after a loan discharge.

Scenario

An individual eligible for Pell Grant restoration due to a loan discharge seeks to understand the process. FAFSA Plus outlines the steps and documentation required to have their eligibility restored.