Free Application for Federal Student Aid priority deadline approaching

Future and current college students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2020-2021 school year by Feb. 1 to receive priority consideration for federal and state grants and scholarships.

Completing the FAFSA is the first step in applying for federal financial aid, most state financial aid, and some scholarships.

“We recommend completing a FAFSA even if you are unsure about your college plans,” said Alysia Musser, Student Loan Default Management Specialist at Three Rivers College.

For information on completing the FAFSA, students and prospective students can visit trcc.edu/financialaid/aid. Dependent students will need 2018 taxes for both parents and student (if applicable). Parents will need an FSA ID along with the student. Students are considered dependent if they are under 24 years old, not married, and do not have children.