Financial aid season is here. Let’s help seniors apply!

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Help your seniors cross the finish line: It’s FAFSA/WASFA time!

Hi Recipient,

Financial aid season is in full swing, and your Class of 2026 students need your support! Please remind them that applying for financial aid (FAFSA or WASFA) is free, and applying early opens more doors for education after high school.

Current FAFSA completion rate in your district

Right now, unavailable of students in Organization’s graduating class have completed a FAFSA. Let’s work together to raise that number. Check the completion rate of each school in Organization on the FAFSA Completion Dashboard.

Here are quick, simple ways to boost your school’s financial aid completion rate:

Track your school’s FAFSA progress

• FAFSA Completion Dashboard (updated weekly): Check your school, district, ESD, or statewide completion rates all in one place! The dashboard also includes historic trends for your region!

• WSAC FAFSA Completion Portal: Staff who work directly with seniors on their FAFSA applications can see who has started or submitted a FAFSA. It’s an easy way to follow up and keep students on track.
  Need access? Email fafsa@wsac.wa.gov. Our tutorial will help you get started fast.

See how your school stacks up

• WIAA FAFSA Leaderboard: Check weekly rankings of public high schools in each WIAA league based on FAFSA completion. A little friendly competition never hurts!

Share helpful resources with students and families:

• Student Financial Aid Resources: Simple guides and tools for students and parents.
• Upcoming Financial Aid Events: Find virtual or in-person events happening near students.

Washington Student Achievement Council

College Access Initiatives
P.O. Box 43430
Olympia, WA 98504