The FAFSA—or Free Application for Federal Student Aid—is open and it is a new graduation requirement for seniors. All seniors must complete the FAFSA or submit an opt-out form before March 14 in order to participate in senior activities like prom AND in order to walk across that graduation stage.
Why is FAFSA Important?
- FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) helps students access grants, scholarships, work-study, and low-interest loans for college.
- 90% of students who complete the FAFSA enroll in college.
- Millions of dollars in free financial aid go unclaimed each year due to non-completion.
Who Should Apply?
- All high school seniors must complete the FAFSA or submit an opt-out form in order to graduate and participate in senior activities like prom
- There is no income limit! Many families qualify for aid they didn’t expect.
How to Get Help:
Don't leave money on the table! Apply today and take the next step toward your future! Start your FAFSA today at www.studentaid.gov. You can also find helpful tips and resources on our website at www.tulsaschools.org/FAFSA.
TPS team members are able to provide you with one-on-one help completing the FAFSA or the opt-out form. You can speak with your student’s counselor or visit www.tulsaschools.org/FAFSA to make an appointment to meet with one of our team members for assistance.
Common Myths & Facts
Myth: "I won’t qualify for financial aid."
Fact: Many students qualify for grants and scholarships they don’t have to pay back.
Myth: "FAFSA is too complicated."
Fact: With the right guidance, FAFSA can be completed in under 30 minutes.