Which FAFSA year do I fill out?

Question

Alright, I am a high school senior in North Carolina. I want to fill out my FAFSA as soon as I can, but It's insanely confusing. The only year they have up to fill out is the 2008-2009 year. I'll be graduating June 2009. Do I wait for the 2009-2010 application, or do I fill out the 08-09 forms?

Answer 1

Hi, Sarah.

Congratulations on your upcoming graduation. You will need to complete the 2009-2010 FAFSA. They will be out in early November. But-- you can't turn them in until January 1, 2009. You will need to estimate your parent's tax information. If you want to turn it in right away.

You can also go to Fafsaontheweb.org

In California we have something called cal grant. Check with the dept of education or your school counselor and find out if they have a grant in your state.

Good luck,

Ruthie

Answer 2

If I recall, you can't do it until after the 1st of January (Do it as soon as possible after that)

then, fill out the 2009 -10 form.

Answer 3

Wait until March of 2009.