"Streamlined FAFSA: Missouri hosts events to simplify college financial aid process"

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the key to receiving financial aid for college in the United States. The 2024-25 FAFSA form will be available by December 31, 2023, and the federal deadline to complete it is June 30, 2025. The new FAFSA form includes changes such as direct transfer of tax information from the IRS, increased eligibility for need-based grants, and a more streamlined application process. Students and parents need to create a Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) to sign the FAFSA. The form requires personal information, tax returns, and financial details. The FAFSA should be submitted as early as possible, as some aid is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. After submission, the Office of Federal Student Aid will review the information and share it with the listed colleges, and students will receive a FAFSA Submission Summary and await their financial aid offers.