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FAFSA & ORSAA Updates

The 2025-26 FAFSA and ORSAA are now open. APPLY NOW!

Who is my "parent" when I fill out the FAFSA?
How do my parents apply for an FSA ID without a Social Security Number (SSN)?
How can I get help from ݴý regarding FAFSA/ORSAA Changes?
When do students need to submit the FAFSA/ORSAA?
How can I make a correction or add a college to my FAFSA/ORSAA?
Federal FAFSA FAQ on Data Security

FAFSA Changes

  • January 17, 2025, U.S. Department of Education FAQ for Students and Families on FAFSA Data Security and Utilization of Data
  • Federal Tax Information (FTI) directly linked to the FAFSA form.
  • Students can select up to 20 colleges.
  • Everyone must have an FSA ID in order to complete the FAFSA form (student, parent(s), and parent or student spouse, if applicable).
    • Paper FAFSA/paper signatures are only available to incarcerated students and other extenuating circumstances.
  • Parents/Spouses will be known as “Contributors” on the FAFSA form. Contributors will need to consent to provide their financial information in order for the student to be considered for aid.

ORSAA Changes

  • Students can select up to 20 colleges
  • Everyone must have an ORSAA account to e-sign the ORSAA application.

PARTNER INFORMATION

CONTACT US

Phone

FAFSA (800) 433-3243

ORSAA (541) 687-7400, press 3

Grants Team (541) 687-7400, press 2

Email

PublicPrograms@hecc.oregon.gov

ORSAAHelp@hecc.oregon.gov