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FAFSA An Introduction

 IMPORTANT NOTE: Your FAFSA will be for the academic year AFTER you graduate high school. 
If you are the class of 2023 your FAFSA will be for 2023-2024. 

FAFSA, An Overview
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FAFSA Online Reference Worksheet
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FAFSA Previous Year's Printable Application for Reference
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CADAA Resources for California Dream Act Application
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Completing the Financial Aid Process
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Step 1
Create your FSA ID
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Step 2
Create your account
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Step 3
How to Apply
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Free Application for Federal Student Aid

  • Current NHS seniors need to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
  • The FAFSA window opens October 1.  the first to apply are the more likely to qualify for aid $$.
  • Colleges use this data to determine your federal aid and CalGrant (a free money opportunity) eligibility.
  • Many states and colleges use FAFSA data to award their own campus aid as well.
  • After submission, you will receive your Student Aid Report. Learn more... 
  • Attending Norco College for the FREE TUITION "PROMISE PROGRAM"? Students must complete the FAFSA to qualify. 

    Not planning to go to college? 
  • We strongly encourage ALL of our high school seniors to complete the FAFSA, it costs nothing to apply. 
  • You may be eligible for grants or federal aid.
  • You may find that attending college may be right for you.
  • Some students who do not plan on attending college, later change their mind.
  • We want everyone to have all of the opportunities possible.
  • Completing it sooner than later, this improves your chances of  qualifying for an award ($$).
  • Stop by the Career Center for computer access and in person assistance.

Counselor Tips!
  • Your Norco High School records, the FAFSA, all University Applications, and Scholarships must use the           EXACT same demographic information below on each submission:
    • Your full, LEGAL name, (Is it Mike or Michael).
    • The address you have listed for Norco High School. Did you move and not tell us?
    • Your date of birth.
  • You and your parents must SIGN and SUBMIT your applications.
  • RESPECT ALL DEADLINES: The FAFSA window opens October 1
  • The following is highly suggested:
    • File your FAFSA ASAP for the best financial aid opportunities.  
    • Keep a "College" calendar or app with all things and only things college related with ALL the deadlines.
    • Create a professional "college" only email account (such as a gmail account).  Your NHS student email will disappear once you graduate.

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