The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a tool administered by the U.S. Department of Education to determine the financial aid eligibility for students. The FAFSA for the 2023-24 academic year will be available starting October 1, 2022.
Create an FSA ID
Students and one parent whose information is on the FAFSA must each create an FSA ID to access the Federal Student Aid website. It is used to confirm your identity when accessing your financial aid information and electronically signing your federal financial aid documents. You must create your FSA ID to complete the FAFSA at studentaid.gov.
Do not use your high school email address as it may no longer be active.
Complete the FAFSA
You can complete the FAFSA online at studentaid.gov. You’ll need your social security number and tax information from 2021. Be sure to select the 2023-24 academic year and use Vermont State University’s school code: 003698. All students should use this code, regardless of their campus affiliation.
You should complete the FAFSA as soon as possible after October 1. Your financial aid eligibility will be determined when we have a valid FAFSA, and you have been accepted to Vermont State University.
Review your Student Aid Report
Once your application has been processed, you’ll receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) to the email address provided on your FAFSA. It’s important to review this report for accuracy.
Receive Notice of your Financial Aid Eligibility
Your financial aid eligibility will be determined after you have submitted a valid FAFSA and have been admitted to Vermont State University. Your financial aid is subject to change and you may need to submit additional documentation to verify the information presented in your FAFSA.
Vermont State University automatically accepts all federal financial aid on behalf of students. The process for reducing and declining financial aid will be shared in the coming months.
