FAFSA Helper
Your step-by-step guide to unlocking FREE money for college
$3.58 BILLION
in Pell Grant money goes unclaimed every year. Don't leave money on the table!
Even with an athletic scholarship, you need FAFSA
Here's why every student-athlete should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid:
Free Money on Top of Your Scholarship
NCAA rules allow student-athletes to keep the ENTIRE Pell Grant even with a full athletic scholarship. That's up to $7,395 extra per year that you don't pay back!
Most Athletes Don't Get Full Rides
Only about 2% of high school athletes receive athletic scholarships. Most scholarships are partial. FAFSA helps fill the gap.
Coaches May Require It
Many coaches and athletic departments REQUIRE all athletes to complete FAFSA. It helps them stretch scholarship budgets and build better aid packages for you.
Protection If Things Change
Athletic scholarships are renewed yearly. An injury or coaching change could affect your scholarship. FAFSA-based aid provides a safety net.
Scholarships Don't Cover Everything
Even full scholarships don't cover student fees, parking, travel home, snacks, or personal expenses. FAFSA can help with those costs.