The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) serves as an application for the Pell Grant, Federal Work-Study, Federal Direct Loans, State Scholarships, State Grants and GSC Foundation Scholarships. The FAFSA must be completed once every academic year. The standard academic year consists of Fall, Spring and Summer semesters. It is highly recommended that students complete the FAFSA as soon as tax returns have been completed.
How to apply for the FAFSA:
- Apply for a FAFSA PIN to serve as your electronic signature.
- Have your parent apply for a FAFSA PIN if you are a dependent student.
- Gather documents.
- Complete the FAFSA Online.