Federal Student Aid offered by U.S. Department of Education

400 Maryland Avenue Southwest, Department of Education Building, Washington, DC 20024

Eligibility

Must meet all of the following Basic Eligibility Criteria: - Demonstrate financial need (for most programs). - Be a US citizen or eligible non-citizen and have a valid Social Security number. - Be registered with Selective Service (males ages 18-25). - Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a regular student in an eligible degree or certificate program. - Maintain satisfactory academic progress in college or career school. - Have a high school diploma or recognized equivalent (e.g., GED, home school, enrollment in an eligible career pathway program).

Hours

M, 8am-9pm T, W, 8am-8pm Th, F, 8am-6pm. EST. Closed on all federal holidays.

(800) 433-3243

Voice - Federal Student Aid Information Center

https://studentaid.gov

Languages

Spanish

Application process

Call or visit website for more information or live-chat assistance. Three ways to complete the application: - Complete the application online. - Visit website to download a PDF version. - Call to order a print version. The FAFSA must be completed each year of school enrollment to remain eligible for federal student aid.

Fees

None.

Service area

Description

Provides federal grants, loans, and work-study funds for college or career school. Also helps residents apply for public service loan forgiveness as well as enroll in an Income-Driven Repayment Plan.

What's Here

Work Study Programs Student Loans Student Loan Forgiveness/Repayment Programs Educational Grants

Providing organization

U.S. Department of Education

Federal entry point for accessing grants, work studies and loans for college.