FAFSA®: Creating an FSA ID

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FAFSA: Creating an FSA ID The FSA ID is the username and password you will use on federal student aid websites such as the FAFSA or Federal Student Loan websites.

Once your FSA ID is created you will be able to use your username, email address, or mobile number to log in with your password.

• Your FSA ID is used to confirm your identity when you access your financial aid information and electronically sign federal student aid documents.

It is important to keep your FSA ID confidential and do not share it with others.

• Your FSA ID is unique to you.

Parents of dependent students need to create their own FSA ID.

• To create an FSA ID, follow these steps:

Step 1: Enter your login information by providing your email address, a unique username, and your password.

Step 2: Enter your name, date of birth, and Social Security Number.

Step 3: Enter your mailing address.

Step 4: Register your mobile phone number for account recovery using a text message.

Step 5: Select your language preference.

Step 6: Answer four challenge questions for security purposes.

Step 7: When you submit your FSA ID information, review the terms and conditions, verify your mobile number, and email address.

Your FSA ID username and password do not expire unless compromised Now you're on your way to getting an FSA ID!

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