Financial Aid Resources
Federal Student Aid, an Office of the U.S. Department of Education, helps make a college education possible for every dedicated mind by providing more than $150 billion each year in grants, loans, & work study funds.
FAFSA application website: https://studentaid.gov/
STEP 1: Set Up FSA ID for Parents and Students
STEP 2: APPLY! 2025-2026 FAFSA OPENS DECEMBER 1ST
The FAFSA must also be completed each year a student is enrolled in college.
LOCAL RESOURCES:
Saint Louis University's Office of Financial Services offers a variety of workshops and outreach programs to help students and parents understand their financial aid options.
Click Here For More Info on SLU Webinars
Saint Louis University Financial Aid Presentation
Financial Aid Assistance and Awareness Programs - SWIC
More FAFSA Resources
Financial Aid Application Nonparticipation Form Instructions
FAFSA Non-Participation Waiver Form
ISAC Helpful Tips for Completing the FAFSA
Create FSA ID-Video
How to Fill Out the FAFSA-Video
After the FAFSA-Video
CSS Profile Student Guide 2024-2025
Illinois requires all public high school seniors to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or, if applicable, the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid as a graduation requirement. Alternatively, a parent/guardian must file a waiver if they choose to opt a child out of this graduation requirement by completing the Nonparticipation form.
A PDF of this form is located at the bottom of this page OR available in the school counseling office.
Visit the Illinois State Board of Education to learn more.
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