Filling out the FAFSA is important because it determines your eligibility for grants, loans, work-study and scholarships.
This year, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) is getting an update. As a result, the form will not open until December 2023, instead of October 1.
JCCC’s priority deadlines will stay the same—the FAFSA® is March 15 and the JCCC Scholarship Application is April 1.
NOW is the time to get started on your Federal Student Aid ID set up! And we can help! JCCC’s Financial Aid team offers free in-person assistance. Scheduling an appointment is encouraged:
- Call 913-469-3840 during regular office hours.
- Send an email with your name, student ID number (if applicable) and phone number to finaid@jccc.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions
As a new or current college student, you have probably heard the term “FAFSA.” You may have some questions about what it is, how it works and why it’s important in your educational journey. We have answers.
FAFSA an acronym that stands for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. It’s an online form that you fill out to determine your eligibility for federal financial aid (grants, loans, work-study) and scholarships. Many states and colleges also use the FAFSA to grant state and institutional financial aid, like the Kansas Promise Scholarship.
You will need the following:
- Tax return information including W2 forms from a previous tax year noted on the FAFSA you’re completing
- FSA ID
- Social Security card
- Driver’s license
- Dependent students will need to have the same information for their parent(s)
Anyone who meets the basic eligibility criteria below can qualify for federal student aid. You won’t know exact amounts or aid types until you complete the FAFSA. But, you can use the Federal Student Aid Estimator to estimate what aid you may be eligible to receive.
Basic eligibility criteria:
- Be a U.S. citizen or an eligible noncitizen
- Have a valid Social Security number
- Have or be on track for your high school diploma
- Be enrolled in an eligible degree or certificate program at a Title IV school
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress in college (if your GPA falls too low, you could lose eligibility)
Once you’ve filed your FAFSA, come see the financial aid office. Employment changes, marital status, or extreme medical expenses are examples of possible special circumstance situations where a change in FAFSA results may be warranted. Financial aid offices are able to work one-on-one with students and families for these special situations.
Yes! Financial aid is available for part-time students, so make sure you complete it.
Get FAFSA Assistance Today!
If you need assistance, our dedicated team of Financial Aid experts is here to help. Scheduling an appointment is encouraged:
- Call 913-469-3840 during regular office hours.
- Send an email with your name, student ID number (if applicable) and phone number to finaid@jccc.edu.