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Are there important deadline dates that I need to know?

Do I have to be a high school graduate or have my GED to receive financial aid?

Do I have to maintain a certain GPA and complete my courses in order to  to keep my financial aid award?

Do I Have to Provide My Parents Information on the FAFSA® Form? 

Do I have to renew my FAFSA® every year?

How do I correct my FAFSA® form?

How do I declare a degree or certificate to be eligible for the Pell Grant?

How do I know if I will have enough money to attend EAC?

How does my EFC ( Expected Family Contribution) affect my Pell award?

How long does the FAFSA® application take to process?

If I withdraw from a class, do I have to repay my financial aid?

Is there a maximum timeframe to receive the Pell Grant?

Understanding the FAFSA® Process for Parents

What calendar year income and tax information should I report on the FAFSA® form?

What do I do if I do not remember my FSA ID user name or password?

What does it mean to be homeless or at risk of being homeless?

What does my EFC mean and how is it calculated?

What happens to the rest of my financial aid/scholarship money after tuition, fees, etc. are paid?

What if I want my FAFSA® to go to multiple schools?

What information is required to complete the FAFSA®?

What is EAC’s FAFSA® Federal school code?

What is the first step in applying for financial aid?

When will my tuition and fees get paid if I am receiving financial aid/scholarships?

Who does and does not count as my parent on the FAFSA®? fafsa-parent 

Why did I get selected for Verification?