The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly referred to as the FAFSA, can be obtained at the Student Service Center. If you are a High School student check with your Guidance Office for an application. The FAFSA can also be completed on-line at FAFSA on the Web.

1. Get a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) from your high school Guidance Office or local college Financial Aid Office or go to www.FAFSA.ed.gov to file on-line. (Apply for a PIN number per instructions a few days ahead for best results. There is also an on-line worksheet to assist you.)
2. Gather all family income documentation for the appropriate tax year. This includes student and parents tax returns, W-2's, and any untaxed income documentation.
   (If your tax returns will not be complete before the priority deadline file the FAFSA using estimates to meet the deadline.)
3. Complete FAFSA and mail or submit on-line.
4. Respond immediately to any requests for additional information that may come from SUNY Canton. A NYS TAP application will be sent to you from Albany to complete and return to apply for TAP or you may apply online after submitting your Fafsa electronically.
5. Once you receive your award letter make sure you sign it and return it to us accepting or declining aid amounts noted.
6. New student loan borrowers must additionally complete a promissory note and student loan entrance interview. (Additional information regarding these items will be sent to students).
7. If you have any questions about the application or the process you should call the Student Service Center at 1 (800) 388-7123 or (315) 386-7616.

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