Federal Student Aid provides resources to help students manage loans, apply for aid, and access information about repayment options.

Complete the FAFSA application to apply for federal student aid, including grants, loans, and work-study opportunities.

Learn about types of financial aid, how to apply for federal student aid, and tips on student loan repayment.

Finding student aid can seem overwhelming when you're trying to get ready for college or career school. The U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid is here to help you …

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Discover the types of federal student aid available, including grants, work-study funds, and loans, to help pay for your education.

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.

Before filling out the FAFSA® form for financial aid, create an account, understand your dependency status, and gather important documents.

Estimate your federal student aid eligibility and costs with the Federal Student Aid Estimator.

For federal aid, submit your FAFSA form as early as possible, but no earlier than December 2023. For state or college aid, you may need to submit your FAFSA form as early as December …