Before you get started on your FAFSA, gather these important documents.  They will be useful when filling out the FAFSA. 

  • Birth certificate (student & parents)
  • Social Security Card (SSN) or Permanent Alien Registration Number (A-number)
  • Proof of residency
  • Transcripts and grades
  • Income/tax documents
    • W-2s 
    • Federal and State Income tax return and all schedules
      • Student
      • Parent(s)
    • Untaxed income records
      • Child support for any of student’s children
      • Interest income
      • Veterans' non-education benefits
      • Workers’ compensation and benefits
      • Tax Deferred Pensions, Retirement Savings and IRA distributions
      • Other money received or paid on your behalf
  • Current bank statements
  • Investments (stocks, bonds, real estate (not home in which you live)
  • Business or Farm Assets (if applicable)
  • Driver’s License (if applicable)