FAFSA Information
Be sure to include Cedarville's federal school code number (003025) on the FAFSA form.
Instructions for using the online FAFSA IRS Data Retrieval Tool
Students and parents completing the FAFSA are encouraged to use this tool after either the student or parents have officially submitted their 2012 IRS tax return.
- If taxes submitted online: the tax filer needs to wait 1-2 weeks before their IRS tax data will be available for transfer from the IRS to the online FAFSA
- If taxes were submitted via the US Postal Service: the tax filer needs to wait 6-8 weeks before their IRS tax data will be available for transfer from the IRS to the online FAFSA
Detailed instructions for the IRS data retrieval tool.
Detailed Instructions for the FAFSA 2013-14
This US Department of Education resource should be the first place you look to find help with questions you may have when completing the FAFSA.
If you are unsure about: what to include in your AGI (Adjusted Gross Income) or Assets; who to report as a parent; number in household or college; etc—this excellent resource has expanded instructions for every question asked on the FAFSA.
- Pages 1-5: Table of Contents
- Pages 6-22: Introduction, General Information, The Application Process
- Pages 23-46: Detailed instructions for the Student section questions
- Pages 46-61: Detailed instructions for the Parent section questions
NOTE: The 'Detailed Instructions' section follows the Paper FAFSA numbering scheme. If you are completing the FAFSA online, the 'Helps and Hints' for each question asked will contain the Question Number cross-reference which can be used with these detailed instructions.
FAFSA on the Web Worksheet for 2013-14
This worksheet has been designed to provide a preview of the questions that you may be asked when you complete your online FAFSA. You can complete this form and write down additional notes to help you easily complete your FAFSA.
2012 Tax Documents from Cedarville University
The Cedarville University business office provides information about tax documents Cedarville students may receive: W-2; 1099-MISC; 1099-INT; and 1098-T. These documents may be needed when the student completes their IRS Tax Return and/or FAFSA.
FAFSA Information
Be sure to include Cedarville's federal school code number (003025) on the FAFSA form.
Completing the 2013-14 FAFSA: First-time Filers or Renewal Filers
(recorded January 2013)
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is required to access all need-based aid (institutional, federal, state), including access to federal loans. This webinar will help parents and students understand foundational concepts which enable the student applicant to successfully complete the FAFSA. This webinar will address both first-time FAFSA filers and returning filers who need to renew their FAFSA for the new academic year. You will also receive information and tips to help you avoid unnecessary errors and processing delays.
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