I'm planning to switch colleges and need to update my FAFSA information. What's the process for transferring this financial aid info to the new school?
You can add the code for your new school directly in your FAFSA. Here's a step-by-step guide:
1. Go to the FAFSA website and log in.
2. On the "My FAFSA" page, click "Make FAFSA Corrections."
3. Navigate to the "School Selection" section.
4. Here you can add the new school code. Each school has its own code, which you can find on the school's website or by using the "Search" function in the FAFSA form.
5. Be sure to remove any schools you're no longer considering, as there is a limit to how many you can list at once on your FAFSA (up to 10 for the online version).
6. When finished, navigate to the end of the form and click "Submit."
Once the changes are processed, which usually takes about 3-5 days, the new school will be able to access your FAFSA information. Note that this will not automatically transfer any financial aid packages offered by your old school - you will have to go through the financial aid process separately with your new school. You might want to check with your new school's financial aid office to see if they require any additional application or information from you.
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