Financial Aid
Applying For Financial Aid
This series of videos explains how the financial aid process works and who is eligible to receive financial aid. Included is an overview of the financial aid process, step by step instructions on filling out the FAFSA, common myths about financial aid, as well as what one can expect after submitting the FAFSA.
2027-2028 FAFSA Updates
The 2027-2028 FAFSA Is Now Open
Great news! The FAFSA is now available to complete ahead of its normally scheduled October 1st release date.
What You’ll Need to Fill Out The FAFSA
1. Your FSA ID
- An FSA ID is a username used to apply on StudentAid.gov
- Every contributor (anyone who’s required to provide information on the FAFSA) must make their own FSA ID
- To learn more about which parent is considered a contributor, use the Parent On The FAFSA Tool
2. Gather Needed Documents
- 2025 tax records
- Records of any child support received & current balances of cash, savings, and checking accounts
- Net worth of investments, businesses, and farms as well as foreign Income (If applicable)
- Email addresses of your contributors to invite them to the FAFSA
3. Request Help If Needed
- Receive individualized assistance completing your FAFSA at our Virtual FAFSA Workshops that will be scheduled throughout October 2026 thru May 2027.
Timeline
| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
| September 23, 2026 | The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for 2027-2028 officially launched. |
| October 2026 – May 2027 | Our Student Financial Aid Office will offer you assistance to complete the FAFSA at our Virtual FAFSA Workshops, Financial Literacy Seminars and a host of various financial aid programs. |
| Upcoming in 2027 | Our Student Financial Aid Office will process your FAFSA and update your Banner SAAS account with any remaining requirements needed to confirm your eligibility. |
| Upcoming in 2027 | Our Student Financial Aid Office will provide you with any eligible financial aid offers for Fall 2027-Spring 2028. |
Let Us Help You
FAFSA
Students seeking federal financial aid are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Jackson State University’s priority deadline is April 15th each year.
Access Financial Aid Forms. Click Here
Frequently asked questions concerning Financial Aid. Click Here
All documents submitted to the Office of Financial Aid can take up to 21 business days for processing.
To prevent a delay in processing your documents, please be sure to:
- Verify documents are filled completely, legible and signed.
- Check that documents that require a signature have HANDWRITTEN signatures; no typed or electronic signatures are acceptable.
- Verify that all documents contain the student’s name and J-Number.
*Business days do not include the weekends, holidays, and all other unspecified days the university is closed.
Division of Financial Aid
