2027-2028 Arizona FAFSA Resource Hub
**Resources developed in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Education, Arizona GEAR UP, Aliento, Be A Leader Foundation, College Depot, and Education Forward Arizona
Important: Personally identifiable information, or PII, collected as part of the FAFSA is used primarily to determine federal aid eligibility. However, there are some circumstances in which this information might be shared with people and agencies outside of the Department of Education. Arizona school counselors, educators, and college access professionals often serve as a resource to help ensure that, as part of the FAFSA process, students and families are aware of and understand the data protections in place for PII, specifically what information is shared and under what circumstances.
| Data Protections For FAFSA Information | Audience |
|---|---|
| Privacy Policy for StudentAid.gov A Federal Student Aid privacy notice explaining how personal information collected through StudentAid.gov is used, protected, and shared | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FAFSA Information for Students from Families of Mixed Immigration Statuses A NASFAA resource to help students from mixed-immigration-status families understand federal financial aid eligibility, FAFSA data privacy and security, and considerations for completing the application | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FAFSA Information for Students from Families of Mixed Immigration Statuses (Spanish) A NASFAA resource in Spanish to help students from mixed-immigration-status families understand federal financial aid eligibility, FAFSA data privacy and security, and considerations for completing the application | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| President’s Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration A resource explaining federal privacy laws and data protections for FAFSA information to help students and families understand how their personal information may be used, shared, and safeguarded Spanish Vietnamese Haitian Creole Mandarin | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FSA FAFSA Updates and Alerts | Audience |
|---|---|
| Launch of Real-Time FAFSA Results (June 2026) A Federal Student Aid announcement highlighting enhancements that allow students and contributors to create StudentAid.gov accounts, complete the FAFSA, receive a Student Aid Index (SAI), and make corrections in a single sitting | Practitioners |
| 2027-2028 Student Aid Index and Pell Grant Eligibility Guide (June 2026) A Federal Student Aid guide explaining how the Student Aid Index (SAI) is calculated and used to determine eligibility for Federal Pell Grants | Practitioners |
| Real-Time FAFSA Fraud Detection and Identity Confirmation – FAQs (July 2026) A Federal Student Aid FAQ explaining real-time FAFSA fraud detection and identity confirmation requirements to help educators and college access professionals support students experiencing verification or application processing issues | Practitioners |
| 2027-2028 FAFSA Specifications Guide, Volume 1 (September 2026) A Federal Student Aid Handbook resource outlining student eligibility requirements and guidance for administering federal student aid programs for the 2027–2028 award year | Practitioners |
| Before the FAFSA | Audience |
|---|---|
| What is FAFSA? A video resource to help students and families understand the FAFSA process and steps for completing the application | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| 2027-2028 FSA Financial Aid Estimator An online tool to help students and families estimate their eligibility for federal financial aid before completing the FAFSA | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FAFSA Checklist: What Students Need A checklist of information and documents students and contributors need to prepare for completing the FAFSA | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| Key Facts About Your StudentAid.gov Account A guide highlighting key facts about StudentAid.gov accounts, including who needs one and how to create and manage it | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FAFSA Vocabulary (English and Spanish)** 30 essential FAFSA and financial aid terms explained in plain language to support conversations with students and families | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FSA How To Create a StudentAid.gov Account A step-by-step guide to creating a StudentAid.gov account (FSA ID) needed to access and complete the FAFSA | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| Who Needs a StudentAid.gov Account Infographic A visual guide to identifying who needs a StudentAid.gov account to complete the FAFSA | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| Who Should Participate as a Parent on the FAFSA Form Tool A guide to help families determine which parent needs to provide information on the FAFSA | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| Completing the FAFSA | Audience |
|---|---|
| Steps for Students: Filling Out the FAFSA Form A step-by-step guide to help students prepare for, complete, and submit the FAFSA | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| Understanding and Determining Dependency Status on the FAFSA A guide to help students determine their dependency status for FAFSA purposes and understand whether parent information is required | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FAFSA Independence Guide for Unaccompanied Homeless Youth A guide to help students experiencing homelessness, educators, and college access professionals understand FAFSA independent student status requirements and navigate the financial aid application process | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FAFSA Hub for Mixed-Status Families-Higher Ed Immigration Portal A resource hub offering FAFSA guidance and tools to help immigrant and mixed-status families navigate the financial aid application process | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| Understanding FAFSA & Financial Aid: Your Guide to Paying for College A comprehensive guide for the Class of 2027 to help students and families understand the FAFSA, navigate the financial aid process, and explore options for paying for college Spanish Arabic Bengali Chinese French Haitian Creole Korean Russian Ukrainian Uzbek | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| Steps for Parents: Filling Out the FAFSA Form A guide to help parents understand their role and the steps needed to complete their portion of the FAFSA | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FSA Pro Tips for Completing the FAFSA Form Practical tips to help students and families complete the FAFSA accurately and avoid common mistakes | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| Where to Find My 2025 Tax Information for the 2027-2028 FAFSA A guide to help students and FAFSA contributors locate the tax information needed to complete the FAFSA if it cannot be transferred directly from the IRS | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| 2027-2028 FAFSA Form A printable FAFSA form for students and families who need to complete and submit their financial aid application on paper instead of online | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| 2027-2028 FAFSA Form-Spanish A printable FAFSA form in Spanish for students and families who need to complete and submit their financial aid application on paper instead of online | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FSA Glossary of Terms A glossary of federal student aid terms to help students and families understand FAFSA terminology and financial aid concepts | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| After the FAFSA | Audience |
|---|---|
| How to Review and Correct Your FAFSA Form A guide to help students review their submitted FAFSA, correct errors, and make necessary updates to their information | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FAFSA Submission Summary: What You Need to Know A guide to help students understand and review their FAFSA Submission Summary, identify potential errors, and determine next steps after submitting the FAFSA | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FSA SAI Explained Infographic A guide explaining the Student Aid Index (SAI), how it is calculated, and how colleges use it to determine financial aid eligibility | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| How to Evaluate Your Aid Offers A guide to help students and families compare financial aid offers, understand college costs, and make informed decisions about paying for college | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FAFSA Completion Support Resources | Audience |
|---|---|
| 2027-2028 FASFA Prototype (access code: prototype2728) An interactive tool that allows educators and college access professionals to explore the FAFSA form, practice navigating its questions, and prepare to support students and families through the application process | Practitioners |
| 2027-2028 FSA FAFSA Preview Presentation (revised October 2026) A presentation to help educators and college access professionals preview the FAFSA form, understand key questions, and prepare to guide students and families through the application process | Practitioners |
| 2027-2028 FAFSA Submission Summary Mock-Up (English) 2027-2028 FAFSA Submission Summary Mock-Up (Spanish) Sample FAFSA Submission Summaries to help educators and college access professionals understand key information and guide students in reviewing their results and next steps | Practitioners |
| 2027-2028 FAFSA Submission Summary Mock-Up (English) for Incarcerated Applicants 2027-2028 FAFSA Submission Summary Mock-Up (Spanish) for Incarcerated Applicants Sample FAFSA Submission Summaries to help educators and college access professionals understand key information and guide incarcerated students in reviewing their results and next steps | Practitioners |
| Federal Student Aid Hanbook A comprehensive federal student aid reference guide outlining eligibility requirements, policies, and procedures to help financial aid professionals administer federal student aid programs (searchable by cycle year) | Practitioners |
| Resources for Students Ineligible for Federal Student Aid | Audience |
|---|---|
| Eligibility for Non-U.S. Citizens A guide to help non-U.S. citizens understand immigration status requirements and determine their eligibility for federal student aid | Practitioners |
| Scholarship Opportunities A curated list of verified, reputable scholarship opportunities to help students who are undocumented, including DACA recipients, explore options for funding their postsecondary education | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| CSS Profile Tips if You’re Unable to Complete the FAFSA A document explaining how students who are unable to complete the FAFSA can use the CSS Profile to apply for institutional financial aid at ASU, NAU, and U of A | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| CSS Profile Tips If You’re Unable to Complete the FAFSA (Spanish) A document in Spanish explaining how students who are unable to complete the FAFSA can use the CSS Profile to apply for institutional financial aid at ASU, NAU, and U of A | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| Aliento A community organization dedicated to connecting undocumented students, including DACA recipients, and their families with education, scholarship, and advocacy support through Aliento | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| PD, Training, & Case Studies for Practitioners | Audience |
|---|---|
| 2027-2028 FAFSA: Preparing for a Truly Simplified FAFSA-New Updates and Enhancements Recording (Passcode: URZ4?5n0) Slides A FAFSA Bootcamp webinar highlighting updates and enhancements to the 2027–2028 FAFSA to help educators and college access professionals prepare to support students and families | Practitioners |
| 2027-2028 After the FAFSA: Helping Families Prepare for What’s Next Recording Slides A FAFSA Bootcamp webinar highlighting key steps after submitting the 2027–2028 FAFSA to help educators and college access professionals guide students and families through the financial aid process and next steps | Practitioners |
| FAFSA in Practice: Real-World Scenarios and Action Steps (COMING SOON)** A scenario-based resource highlighting real-world FAFSA challenges and key action steps to help educators and college access professionals effectively support students and families | Practitioners |
| Unique Circumstances Quick Reference Sheet** A quick-reference guide to help educators and college access professionals navigate complex family and financial circumstances and support students and families in completing the FAFSA | Practitioners |
| FAFSA Supportive Conversation Scripts and Listening Prompts** Practical conversation scripts and active listening prompts to help educators and college access professionals navigate sensitive FAFSA discussions and provide supportive, student-centered guidance | Practitioners |
| FAFSA in Action: High-Impact Practices from Arizona Schools** A collection of innovative strategies, incentives, and successful FAFSA completion events from Arizona schools to help educators and college access professionals increase student engagement and FAFSA completion | Practitioners |
| FAFSA Friendly Friday (COMING SOON)** Recording Slides A collaborative webinar featuring practical strategies, resources, and creative approaches to make the FAFSA process more engaging, accessible, and friendly for students, families, and the professionals who support them | Practitioners |
| College Access Professional (CAP) Training Courses Through AzCAN Professional development courses designed to equip educators, school counselors, and college access professionals with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to strengthen college and career readiness and postsecondary advising practices | Practitioners |
| NCAN 2027-2028 FAFSA Page A collection of 2027–2028 FAFSA updates, resources, and guidance from the National College Attainment Network (NCAN) to help educators and college access professionals support students and families through the FAFSA process | Practitioners |
| FSA Financial Aid Toolkit for Counselors – The FAFSA Process A resource to help educators and college access professionals understand what happens after students submit the FAFSA form and guide families through the next steps in the financial aid process | Practitioners |
| FSA Financial Aid Toolkit for Counselors – Search for Financial Aid Tools and Resources A collection of federal student aid resources, tools, and outreach materials to help educators and college access professionals support students and families throughout the financial aid process | Practitioners |
| FSA FAFSA YouTube Videos The official Federal Student Aid YouTube channel featuring videos, tutorials, and webinars to help educators and college access professionals support students and families through the FAFSA and financial aid process | Practitioners |
| FSAOutreach FAFSA Educator Webinars A Federal Student Aid outreach channel featuring webinars, training videos, and resources to help educators and college access professionals support students and families through the FAFSA and financial aid process | Practitioners |
| FAFSA Help & Problem-Solving | Audience |
|---|---|
| Ask Benji FAFSA Chatbot A free, text-based FAFSA support service that provides students and families with answers to financial aid questions and personalized guidance throughout the FAFSA process | Students, Families, Practitioners, Administrators |
| AZ FAFSA Hotline 1-833-AZFAFSA (English) 1-833-MiFAFSA (Spanish) Receive support on the FAFSA, Monday-Friday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm from a local FAFSA expert | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| Regional College Access Organizations Aliento Be a Leader Foundation College Connect Tempe College Depot Northern Arizona College Resource Center Connect with regional college access organizations across Arizona that provide resources, guidance, and support to help students and families navigate the path to postsecondary education, including FAFSA completion | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FAFSA Support Partner Contacts (COMING SOON)** | Practitioners |
| FSA Information Center (FSAIC) (800) 433-3243 Live Chat A resource to help students, families, and practitioners troubleshoot issues with completing the FAFSA form, accessing StudentAid.gov accounts, and resolving other federal student aid questions | Students, Families, Practitioners |
| FSA Partner and School Relations Center (800) 848-0978 Customer Support Form A customer support form for assistance with FSA Partner Connect account access, policy questions, general inquiries, and website feedback | Practitioners |
| FAFSA Support in Other Languages | Language | |
|---|---|---|
| FSA Interpretation (Written “Get Started” Content) | Request an Interpreter | Mandarin, Cantonese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, French, Korean, German, Arabic, Russian, and French Creole |
| FSA Interpretation | (833) 610-2590 Press “7” and say “Interpreter in language needed“ | Interpretation Language Options |
| FAFSA Data Resources | Audience |
|---|---|
| NCAN FAFSA Tracker A national interactive dashboard from the National College Attainment Network (NCAN) that tracks state-, school-, and district-level FAFSA completion rates and trends to help educators and college access professionals monitor progress and identify opportunities to increase FAFSA completion (updated every Friday) | Practitioners, Administrators |
| FSA FAFSA Completion By High School and District A Federal Student Aid national data resource providing high school-level FAFSA completion data to help educators and college access professionals monitor progress, identify trends, and support FAFSA completion efforts (updated every Friday) | Practitioners, Administrators |
| Arizona College Connect (COMING SOON) ACC is an Arizona-specific FAFSA completion dashboard that provides participating high schools with weekly student-level data to track progress, identify students needing assistance, and support FAFSA completion efforts (updated every Monday) | Practitioners, Administrators |
| Arizona FAFSA Completion Dashboard (Public) An interactive Arizona FAFSA Completion Dashboard that allows educators and college access professionals to track FAFSA completion rates, identify trends, and monitor progress toward increasing FAFSA completion statewide (updated every Monday) | Practitioners, Administrators |