Who should complete the FAFSA® form?
Any student, regardless of income, who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs. This includes grants, scholarships, work-study funds, and loans.
The 2025–2026 FAFSA® is now open.
Students and their contributors should set up their FSA ID as soon as possible.
Additionally, here is another way you can get FAFSA® support in the new year
College Goal Wisconsin – Provides free information and assistance to families completing the FAFSA. College Goal Wisconsin is offering both in-person and virtual FAFSA Completion Events in January and February. Please visit their website to register for a FAFSA Completion Event or to request additional information.
Some states and schools use information from the FAFSA® form to determine your eligibility for their grants, scholarships, and loans. Check your state’s deadlines here!
Missing a state deadline doesn't impact your eligibility for federal student aid, so fill out your FAFSA form even if your state deadline has passed.