FAFSA Awareness Week - December 9-13
Take the first step toward your college dreams with FAFSA Awareness Week!
Filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is your gateway to accessing grants, scholarships, work-study opportunities, and loans to fund your education. ICAN is here to make the process simple, stress-free, and accessible for all Iowa students and families.
Why Should I File the FAFSA?
1️⃣ It’s the key to unlocking financial aid, including grants and scholarships.
2️⃣ Many colleges require it, regardless of your income level.
3️⃣ Filing early could increase your chances of receiving aid!
How Can ICAN Help?
💻 Free FAFSA Assistance:
Schedule a one-on-one appointment virtually or in-person with ICAN for personalized guidance through the FAFSA process. We’ll help you complete the application and answer your questions. Click here to schedule.
📋 Myth-Busting:
Think you don’t qualify for aid? Think again! Everyone should file the FAFSA to explore opportunities.
🎓 Resources:
Visit StudentAid.gov to create your FSA ID and gather required documents.
Schedule Your Free Appointment
📞 Call 877-272-4692
📍 Find an ICAN office near you: www.icansucceed.org/locations
💻 Book online: www.icansucceed.org/apt
Helpful Tips
- Learn about setting up your StudentAid.gov Account by visiting www.icansucceed.org/studentaidaccount
- Know what documents to gather - download a list here - www.icansucceed.org/whattobring.
- Filing early ensures you don’t miss out on limited aid - find your college(s) priority date - www.icansucceed.org/priority
FAFSA Step-by-Step with ICAN
Join for a virtual walk through of the FAFSA in which you join and fill out the FAFSA while being led through the form by an ICAN professional. Additional FAFSA assistance will be available through the chat feature to answer specific questions and provide assistance.
- December 18, 2024 - 5:30 pm - Register
- January 15, 2025 - 5:30 pm - Register
- February 26, 2025 - 5:30 pm - Register
Additional Resources
FAFSA Ready Iowa
If you would like professional assistance in completing the FAFSA form, you can check out FAFSA Ready Iowa events being held across the state. These events provide free assistance to students and families. Click here to see upcoming events.
FAFSA Assistance with ICAN
As part of FAFSA Ready Iowa, ICAN offers in-person and virtual FAFSA completion appointments for students and families. You can schedule a FREE advising appointment here.
ICAN Senior Alerts
Specific to the class of 2025, sign up now and we'll begin sending you specific reminders and information to help you prepare for financial aid season and FAFSA completion. Alerts will continue throughout senior year with deadline reminders, alerts for steps in the planning process, and scholarship opportunities. Sign-up.
Virtual College Coach
Sign up for Iowa College Aid's Virtual Coach texting service to receive individualized FAFSA and college-going assistance. This is available for students & parents in grades 9-12. Additionally, Iowa College Aid has college coaches available for virtual, one on one FAFSA appointments. Appointments are available days & evenings for convenience. More Information & sign up here.
Webinars and Recorded Planning Videos
ICAN hosts a weekly webinar on Wednesdays. Each Wednesday is a different planning topic for high school students.
Here is a list of recent webinars specific to seniors.
- Creating a StudentAid.gov Account
- How to Apply to College - A Review of the Application Process
- How to Pay for College: Understanding the Financial Aid Process
- FAFSA Step by Step
- The Scholarship Process
- State of Iowa Financial Aid with Iowa College Aid
Here are the upcoming webinars for seniors. All begin at 5:30 pm.
- FAFSA Step by Step - December 18, 2024 - 5:30 pm - Register
- FAFSA Step by Step - January 15, 2025 - 5:30 pm - Register
- State of Iowa Financial Aid - January 29 - 5:30 pm - Register
- The Scholarship Process - February 12 - 5:30 pm - Register
- FAFSA Step by Step - February 26, 2025 - 5:30 pm - Register
- Covering College Costs - April 2 - Register
- Decision Day is Coming - April 16 - Register
- Understanding Student Loans - April 30 - Register
- Orientation/How to Succeed - May 14 - Register