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Financial Aid

How to Get Started with Financial Aid

Florida Academy’s financial aid representatives provide information and support. Available options and eligibility depend on your circumstances and applicable requirements. Start by gathering the information listed below and completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). After your FAFSA is processed, review your FAFSA Submission Summary and contact Florida Academy’s financial aid team to discuss the options that may be available based on your circumstances.

Completing the FAFSA does not guarantee financial aid or eligibility. Requirements and available options depend on your information, applicable rules, and the program and school review process.

Ready to discuss your options? Call Florida Academy’s financial aid representatives at (239) 738-7618 to request an appointment. For general questions, you can also use the contact form.

Financial Aid Preparation Checklist

1. Get organized

Before you start the FAFSA, gather the information that may be requested, including:

  • Your Social Security number
  • Your most recent federal income tax return, W-2s, and other records of money earned
  • Bank statements and investment records, if applicable
  • Records of untaxed income, if applicable
  • Your StudentAid.gov account and FSA ID for signing electronically

If you are a dependent student, your parent or parents may also need to provide requested information. The FAFSA will indicate which contributor information is needed for your situation.

2. Complete the FAFSA

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at the official USAGov FAFSA page. Completing the FAFSA is the starting point for reviewing potential federal, state, and school aid. You can complete the form even if you are not sure whether you may qualify.

3. Review your FAFSA Submission Summary

After your FAFSA is processed, sign in to your StudentAid.gov account and review your FAFSA Submission Summary. Check the information, read the listed next steps, and complete any requested corrections. The summary provides eligibility information and estimates; it is not a guaranteed financial aid offer.

4. Meet with Florida Academy’s financial aid team

Bring or share the FAFSA response document requested by Florida Academy’s financial aid team. The team can review your situation, explain what options may be available based on your qualifications, and help you understand the next step. Financial aid eligibility and awards are not guaranteed.

For additional information about types of aid, review Florida Academy’s financial aid options.

Financial Aid Eligibility: What to Know

FAFSA information is used to help determine whether you may qualify for certain types of financial aid. Completing and submitting the FAFSA does not guarantee eligibility, an award, or a specific amount. Eligibility and award decisions depend on your information, applicable requirements, and the review process for the school and program.

If you are still choosing a program, explore Florida Academy career-training programs and review the admissions process. When you are ready to discuss your situation, call Florida Academy’s financial aid representatives at (239) 738-7618 to request an appointment. For general questions, you can also use the contact form.

Financial Aid FAQs

Do I need to complete the FAFSA if I am not sure I qualify?

You may still want to complete the FAFSA because it is used to review eligibility for possible federal, state, and school aid. Florida Academy’s financial aid team can explain the next step for your situation. Completing the FAFSA does not guarantee eligibility or an award.

What information should I gather before starting the FAFSA?

Gather your StudentAid.gov account and FSA ID, Social Security number, applicable tax and income records, and any requested asset or untaxed-income information. If you are a dependent student, the FAFSA may also request information from a parent or other contributor.

What happens after I submit the FAFSA?

Check your StudentAid.gov account for processing status and review your FAFSA Submission Summary after the form is processed. Check your answers and listed next steps, complete any requested corrections, and then bring or share the response document requested by Florida Academy’s financial aid team.

How do I request a financial aid appointment?

Call Florida Academy’s financial aid representatives at (239) 738-7618 to request an appointment. For general questions, you can also use Florida Academy’s contact form. The financial aid team can provide personalized guidance based on your circumstances. Financial aid eligibility and awards are not guaranteed.

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