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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is open for the 2025-2026 school year. Filling out the FAFSA is the primary way to receive money for college, so it’s a must-do.
Completing the application will help you receive federal grants, loans, state funding, work-study opportunities and more.
Completing the application will help you receive federal grants, loans, state funding, work-study opportunities and more.
Here鈥檚 what you need to know:
The FAFSA is a form you submit online at to apply for financial aid. It is the required first step in the financial aid process. You must fill it out to receive aid at a community college, four-year university or trade school.
You can get ready by collecting important documents such as social security numbers, tax returns, bank statements and more. If this is your first time filling out the FAFSA, and you’re under the age of 24, you and your parent/ guardian will need to create an ID to sign the form electronically.
This tool transfers tax information to FAFSA directly from the IRS, saving time and eliminating mistakes. You’ll find the tool on .
Think your family’s income is too high for aid? Think again. Almost everyone qualifies for some form of federal financial aid, including federal loans at lower interest rates than those offered by private lenders. Make sure you’re one of them by filling out the FAFSA.
If you received aid last year, you probably filled out the FAFSA. However, a new FAFSA form is required each year. Submit it right away, as some programs have limited funds that can run out.
Macomb's school code is 008906. Be sure to list Macomb first on your FAFSA to ensure the State of Michigan receives your application. This will help determine your eligibility for any state scholarships.
There are plenty of resources available to assist you:
- Access resources like "Filling Out the FAFSA Form" and "How to Review and Correct Your FAFSA Application," along with a comprehensive FAFSA Help page that answers frequently asked questions.
- Federal Student Aid Information Center: For personalized help, call 800.433.3243. They also offer live chat and email support.
- Online FAFSA Form: While you’re filling out the FAFSA, you will notice each question has a white question mark icon next to it. Click on one for help on how to answer that particular question.
- Macomb’s Financial Aid Office: Watch our FAFSA First Video, or contact our Financial Aid department at 586.445.7999 or finaid@macomb.edu for an appointment. We also encourage you to view our series of short that explore topics that include how financial aid works, how to apply for it and general financial tips.