As a result of the FAFSA Simplification Act, Federal Student Aid is updating the FAFSA® process to expand access to federal student aid and provide a more accessible, streamlined experience for students and families. The FAFSA® is now available on the Federal Student Aid website.
How you can help students
FAFSA® Workshops
Our office is providing regular workshops to provide students an overview of the FAFSA® process and assist them with filing.
Workshop Registration
Financial Aid Support
Send us students who have questions or encourage them drop in to our office Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Contact Form
FAFSA® Filing
The 2024-2025 FAFSA® is now open! Make sure students input our school code so we can receive their data once it becomes available.
UCA School Code: 001092
What to know about the FAFSA®
![](https://uca.edu/financialaid/files/2024/02/noun-write-message-6499675-4F2D7F-300x300.png)
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.
![](https://uca.edu/financialaid/files/2024/02/noun-info-6500547-4F2D7F-150x150.png)
What do students need?
- Verified account username and password (FSA ID)
- Parent or spouse contributor name, date of birth, Social Security number, and email address
- Income and asset information (if required)
![](https://uca.edu/financialaid/files/2024/02/noun-buyer-6500929-4F2D7F-150x150.png)
Summer Classes
If students express interest in summer enrollment, guide them to consult with Financial Aid to understand their aid eligibility.
Changes to the FAFSA®
![](https://uca.edu/financialaid/files/2024/02/noun-write-message-6499675-4F2D7F-300x300.png)
Shorter Form
The form now contains far fewer questions, a direct data exchange with the IRS and a new formula for calculating aid.
![](https://uca.edu/financialaid/files/2024/02/noun-id-1613081-4F2D7F-300x300.png)
FSA ID Requirements
Both students and parents must now create a Student Aid Account (FSA ID) before starting their FAFSA® application.
![](https://uca.edu/financialaid/files/2024/02/noun-info-6500547-4F2D7F-300x300.png)
Delays in Aid Packaging
Expected delays in receiving FAFSA® data might push back until mid-March, affecting our ability to process and offer student aid promptly.
![](https://uca.edu/financialaid/files/2024/02/noun-bank-6500910-4F2D7F-300x300.png)
Divorced/Separated Parents
The method for assessing contributions has been updated, possibly affecting which parent’s information is required.