What happens after you submit FAFSA?
EducationQuest Foundation
College Planning Bulletin
A monthly college planning guide for Nebraska high school students
March 2010
What happens after you submit the FAFSA?
If you’re a college-bound senior, you and your parents may have already submitted the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) – or will soon do so. Here’s what will happen next:
Expect your SAR and Award Notification
You will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) after you submit the FAFSA. This acknowledges that your form was processed and can be used to make corrections to your FAFSA. You’ll need the PIN you used to file the FAFSA to make electronic corrections.
The colleges you listed on the FAFSA will send you a financial aid award notification (by mail or electronically) detailing the assistance they’re offering. They may offer a combination of scholarships, grants, work-study and student loans.
Compare award notifications
Compare award notifications from the colleges. Calculate your out-of-pocket expenses for each school to get the whole financial picture. Use the Award Letter Comparison Calculator at EducationQuest.org to determine which school offers the best financial aid package. Respond to each notification keeping in mind that most students accept all award packages until they make their final college selection.
Keep looking for scholarships!
Many local, state and national scholarships have deadlines in March, April and May. Talk to your guidance counselor about scholarships that meet your criteria. For local and state scholarships, visit ScholarshipQuest at EducationQuest.org.
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March “To Do” List
Seniors
___ If you haven’t already done so, complete your FAFSA!
___ Expect financial aid notifications during March and April.
___ Continue applying for scholarships.
Juniors
___ Register by March 5 for the April 10 ACT.
___ Register by March 31 for the May 1 SAT.
___ Schedule campus visits.
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