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How to Apply for Aid

A five step guide to apply for financial aid.

Applying for aid can seem like a challenge, so we have identified the steps to make the process easier. As an applicant, it is important to submit appropriate application materials and documentation.

The FAFSA has undergone several enhancements to improve user experience and accuracy. We acknowledge that some families have expressed concerns about delays in FAFSA processing. The Department of Education has communicated that many of the known issues have been resolved and most students have successfully submitted the FAFSA online.

Below are a few of the pertinent resolved issues.

  • Applicants are now able to submit corrections to their 2024-2025 FAFSA if necessary.
  • A parent with no SSN is now able to access the student’s 2024-25 FAFSA form after being invited.

Although we are encouraged by the progress which has been made, our timeline for offering aid is still delayed.

We anticipate processing financial aid offers by late May. Please rest assured that the financial aid office is making every effort to package aid for next year as soon as possible.

Keep Moving Forward: Complete Your FAFSA

We encourage all FLCC incoming and returning students to finish their FAFSA as soon as possible.

Upon submitting your FAFSA, you will receive an email confirmation from Federal Student Aid. This does not mean FLCC has received your data yet. We will reach out to you directly once we have it. 

Your patience and understanding during this period are invaluable. We are grateful for your cooperation and are committed to providing regular updates as we navigate through these challenges together.

Don't let the FAFSA delays deter you from pursuing your college experience and securing the funds you deserve.

Step 1: Create Your FSA User ID

  • Request a FSA User ID for yourself and all contributors (spouse, parent, step-parent, etc.)
  • Note: Your FSA User ID will be verified and ready for use within 3 days

Resources to Get Started

Step 2: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Students Starting Summer or Fall 2024

  • Complete the 2024-25 FAFSA — Ensure you have 2022 tax year information and your FSA User IDs.

Resources to File Your FAFSA

Step 3: Complete a New York State Aid TAP Application

  • Visit NYS Higher Education Services (HESC) to complete the New York State Aid Payment Application online. This link can be found on the FAFSA confirmation page.
  • Review the application for accuracy and submit.

Even if you're not eligible for TAP, you should still complete this application to be considered for the Excelsior Scholarship, STEM Scholarship, Veteran Tuition Awards (VTA), and merit and part-time scholarship options.

Resources to File Your NYS TAP Application

Step 4: Submit Additional Documents, if Required

  • Sometimes you are required to submit other required documents to verify your aid eligibility and award you financial aid.
  • If you're unsure what documents you need to provide, please log in to your MyFLCC Financial Aid Checklist.

Access MyFLCC Verification Guide

Step 5: View and Accept Your Awards

  • Once your applications have been processed, the Office of Financial Aid will send an award notification to your FLCC and FAFSA email addresses.
  • You can also check your award information 24/7 using MyFLCC.

Access MyFLCC

Financial Aid

How to Apply for Aid

Types of Financial Aid

Financial Aid Forms

Costs & Calculators

Financial Management

Maintaining Eligibility

Financial Aid Home Page

Contact Us

For questions related to financial aid, please contact the One Stop Center as your first point of contact. They will guide your next steps.

One Stop Center
Room 1045
(585) 785-1000
(585) 394-1735
onestop@flcc.edu
flcc.edu/onestop