It is time for the FAFSA. Hopefully you all understand the importance of filing the FAFSA. Also, I hope you understand the importance of keeping the information on the FAFSA to yourself. The FAFSA requires you and your parents/guardians to input personal information. This includes social security numbers, family background, and family income.
THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE SHARED! It is private information. It might be the first time you see your family’s income. You may learn your family makes more money than you thought. They might make less. You might want to go tell your friends. But don’t. Money and finances can be a touchy subject for some people. So when you learn about your family’s financial situation, keep it to yourself.
There is one exception with sharing information. Any information you share with a professional who is available to help you and your family file the FAFSA is confidential. If your school counselor or college advisor helps you file the FAFSA, they CAN NOT share your family’s information with anyone. Get to it, and start file those FAFSAs.
Beam me up, Scotty.
Lauren
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