Understanding the Student Financial Aid Landscape
An interactive dashboard exploring the challenges, pain points, and educational needs of students navigating the FAFSA and college financial aid process.
Eligible students who don't complete the FAFSA annually
Of applications selected for verification, a major hurdle for students
Average Pell Grant amount left on the table by non-filers
The Student Profile
Different students face unique challenges. Select a profile below to explore their specific demographics, goals, and common pain points.
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The FAFSA Journey: Pain Points & Barriers
The financial aid process is a multi-step journey fraught with obstacles. Click on a stage to see the most common frustrations students face.
Key Data Insights
Exploring the statistical landscape of FAFSA completion, student aid, and debt. Use the dropdown to switch between different datasets.
Student Learning & Educational Needs
How do students prefer to learn about financial aid, and what are their most pressing questions?
Preferred Learning Formats
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the FAFSA must be renewed annually as financial situations can change. Your eligibility for federal aid is reassessed each academic year based on the new application.
You should report the financial information of the parent you lived with more during the past 12 months. If you lived with each parent equally, report information for the parent who provided more financial support.
No. Information shared on the FAFSA is used solely to determine eligibility for federal student aid and is not shared with other government agencies for immigration enforcement purposes.