We all know how important financial aid is when it comes to affording college. In fact, a whopping 86% of students receive some form of financial aid every academic year. But there’s one crucial step in securing that aid: filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
The FAFSA is your golden ticket to grants, work-study opportunities, federal student loans, and even some scholarships. But what happens if you miss the deadline? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here’s what you need to know.
The hard deadline
First things first, the FAFSA has a hard deadline of June 30. Miss this date, and you’re out of luck for financial aid for that academic year. The application is taken down from the Student Aid website after June 30, so you can’t even submit it late. But if you miss a state or school deadline, you still have some wiggle room.
What to do if you miss the deadline
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