Federal Student Aid ID

Federal Student Aid ID

 

Creating Your Account

 

If you haven't done so already, you will need to create a Federal Student Aid (FSA) account by setting up a user name and password.

• Each student, and if you're a dependent, one of your parents will need to set up an FSA Account (also known as an FSA ID) to complete the FAFSA 
       process on fafsa.gov.
• We recommend creating your account early - even before you're ready to complete the FAFSA form - to avoid delays in the process.
• To create your FSA ID, click here
  
  

How Long Does It Take?

 

You may immediately use your FSA ID to sign an original (first-time) Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form; however, all other activities (even a FAFSA renewal) require that the Department of Education match your information with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

If you have verified your email address, you’ll receive an email once your information is matched with the SSA (one to three days after applying). Once the process is complete, you will be able to use your FSA ID to access your financial aid information in full.

 

Important Information

 

Do NOT create an FSA account on behalf of someone else. That means parents should not create FSA accounts for their children and vice versa. Doing so may result in issues signing and submitting the FAFSA form and could lead to financial aid delays. (Also, it’s against the rules to create an FSA account for someone else.)