How to Transfer FAFSA to Another College?

I might be transferring to a different college than the one I initially put on my FAFSA. Is it hard to change which college receives my FAFSA info, and what steps should I take? I want to make sure my financial aid goes to the right place.

Transferring your FAFSA information to a different college is a fairly straightforward process! No need to worry. Here are the steps you should follow:

1. Log in to your FAFSA: Head to the FAFSA website and log in with your FSA ID. Once logged in, select the "Make FAFSA Corrections" option.

2. Under School Selection, add your new school: You will find an option labeled "School Selection." There, you'll be able to add the code of your new college. Each college has a unique code that you can search for directly on the FAFSA site.

3. Remove your old school if you wish: If you're certain you're not going to the initial college on your FAFSA, you might want to remove this college from your selection. It is not mandatory, but it might streamline things.

4. Submit your changes: Once you've made the necessary changes, be sure to save and submit your updated FAFSA.

Remember that some financial aid is first-come, first-served. So, the sooner you can update your information, the better your chances of receiving the maximum aid for which you qualify at the new school. Also, keep in mind that while the federal deadline for FAFSA is June 30th, each state and school will have its deadline. Your future institution could have a priority deadline, so ensure you know these dates and make the changes accordingly.

One important note: While transferrable at the federal level, some state or institutional aid might not transfer to your new school, especially if you're switching states. Be sure to reach out to your new school's financial aid office to make sure you understand what aid you're eligible for at the new school.

It's worth noting that the student aid index (SAI) used in your FAFSA calculations will remain constant when you add more schools or make changes. It's intended to serve as a consistent measure of your ability to pay for college, irrespective of the particular college or university.

Best of luck with your transfer!