Step 1: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Application
To get started, you will need:
The FAFSA application asks about 100 questions and can take 30 minutes to fill out. If you gather all of the documents you need ahead of time, it will be much easier and faster to complete.
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Step 2: Check mySierra for Your Application Status and Next Steps
After you have submitted your FAFSA application, you will be notified by email within 7-10 business days that we received your FAFSA. If no other action is needed, you can view your potential awards.
To check your status:
- Watch and follow the steps in our “How to Complete Financial Aid Next Steps” video
- Log into mySierra
- Select “Financial Aid”
- Scroll down to “Financial Aid Activities”
- Click on “View My Financial Aid Status”
Watch this video to learn how and where to check your FAFSA application status in mySierra.
If you are selected for FAFSA Verification, you will need to submit required paperwork to the Financial Aid office. If selected for verification, the process will be completed through Verify My FAFSA. To learn more, review the FAFSA verification frequently asked questions.
Step 3: Select a Refund Preference with BankMobile
To set up your BankMobile account, visit BankMobile and follow their 3-steps to “Get Started.” Learn more about selecting a refund method through BankMobile.
Step 4: Congrats! You’ll Receive Payment Soon
The disbursement dates are listed on the Financial Aid dates and deadlines calendar.