FAFSA Filing Time is Here!

FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. FAFSA for the 2023-2024 Academic Year is NOW available! All BCC students who would like to receive Financial Aid and/or apply for loans, are required to complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA Application.

• The 2023-2024 FAFSA can be completed online at www.studentaid.gov.
• The 2021 income tax for you, your parent(s) and /or spouse are required to complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA Application.
• In addition, you will need your Federal FSA ID to complete your 2023-2024 FAFSA Renewal on the Web. If you and/or your parents do not have an FSA ID, get your FSA ID here!
• If you are requesting an FSA ID, you may need to wait 1-3 business days for verification purposes. After verification, you will be able to log back onto the FAFSA website and follow the instructions to complete your application. 
• Be sure to file for TAP – the link will be on your FAFSA Confirmation Page. If you have already completed your 2023-2024 FAFSA, please contact the Financial Aid to check your status beginning in late February 2023.

Tips before you get started:

• Make sure you and/or your parent have a valid email address.
• You can complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application even if you and/or your parent did not file taxes.
• Review your Student Aid Report (SAR) once your application is complete to make sure everything is correct.
• IMPORTANT: Follow up on your application with our office once you receive an email confirming it was processed.
• To use the CUNY Financial Aid Calculators go here.