Steps to Apply for Financial Aid

Step 1. Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Step 2. Submit additional documents if necessary
Step 3. Verify your information if requested
Step 4. Await notification

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Step 1. Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

Submit the online FAFSA or obtain a FAFSA application from TSTC’s Financial Aid Office or a high school guidance office.

• Gather necessary information and apply for PIN(s).  Print a checklist of documents needed.
• Submit the FAFSA as soon as possible starting January 1
• List TSTC’s school code – 009225
• If interested in student loans, you will need to answer yes on question 27 of the FAFSA

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Step 2. Submit additional documents if necessary

You must provide the Financial Aid Office with additional documents if you are a:

• Student who has previously attended college – Submit copies of college transcripts to Admissions and Records
• Non-citizen – Provide proof of eligibility
• Military veteran applying for general financial aid – Submit your eligibility letter regarding veterans education benefits (contact TSTC’s Veterans Affairs Office)
• Student under 24 claiming independent status– Submit a Verification Worksheet – Independent form. Document mitigating circumstances.
• See our Forms page for any additional forms that are requested.

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Step 3. Verify your information, if requested

If your application is selected for verification, you may need to submit:

• A signed copy of your income tax return and a signed copy of your parents’ income tax return
• A Verification Worksheet (available on the web or from a Financial Aid office)
• Documentation that verifies benefits or untaxed income

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Step 4. Await notification

The Financial Aid Office will send a letter notifying you when your Financial Aid Application has been processed. If you are eligible for aid, you will receive an Award Letter at that time. If you were awarded student loans you, will have to go to Loans by Web to activate your loan. You will also be required to complete an online pre-loan counseling session.

Your notification will arrive at the address listed in your Admissions Office records. Make sure your address is accurate and on file with the Admissions Office. You can also see your Financial Aid Award Status by going to the WebAdvisor Tab on MyTSTC website.