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To be considered for all types of need-based financial assistance
at Methodist University, you must first complete a Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The best and
fastest way to apply is online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
If you do not have Internet access, please contact our Financial
Aid Office (800.488.7110) to request a paper application. The
Methodist University Title IV School Code is 002946.
To complete the FAFSA online, follow these
simple steps:
GET A PIN – To sign your
FAFSA electronically, you need to apply for a PIN at www.pin.ed.gov.
With a PIN, you can check the results of your processed FAFSA, correct
errors, print a copy of your Student Aid Report (FAFSA results),
and complete your renewal FAFSA next year. You can register for
a PIN at any time and should keep this information confidential
and secure. It usually takes 3-5 days for the PIN to be sent electronically.
PRINT THE PRE-APPLICATION WORKSHEET
– After January 1, when FAFSA for the upcoming academic year
is available online, you can print this worksheet from the FAFSA
website. It will help you get organized and will make completing
the FAFSA much easier and quicker.
SELECT "FILL OUT A FAFSA" FROM
THE FAFSA WEBSITE – Follow the on-screen instructions
to complete the FAFSA. Utilize the built-in help features such as
the "Chat" and "Need Help With This Page?" links,
or call a Customer Service Representative at 800.433.3243 if you
have problems. It is recommended that you have completed tax information
from the previous fiscal year (1040, W-2 forms, etc.) prior to completing
the financial sections of the FAFSA.
SAVE YOUR FAFSA OFTEN –
By utilizing the "Save" button at the bottom of the screen,
you can return to your FAFSA if you should lose your internet connection.
PRINT EVERY PAGE YOU ARE INSTRUCTED TO
PRINT – These pages are important to keep as records
should you have any questions or concerns regarding your FAFSA form.
Be certain to print the FAFSA Summary Page and the FAFSA Confirmation
Page.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION –
The online FAFSA is usually processed within one week (4-6 weeks
for the paper version) and results are sent directly to you and
each college and university you list on the FAFSA. Within 2-3 weeks
of our receipt of your processed FAFSA, you will receive either
a financial aid award letter detailing the financial aid available
for the upcoming year/semester or a request for additional information
to complete the financial aid process.
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