FAFSA Help

FAFSA Overview

• Create an FSA ID at studentaid.gov
• Complete the application at fafsa.gov
• Use BYU-Idaho's school code: 001625
• Submit before the priority deadline for timely aid processing.

FAFSA Changes & Timeline

• The 2025-2026 FAFSA remains the same as the 2024-2025 version.
• Expected launch: December 1, 2024.
• To receive aid for Winter or Spring 2025, complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA.
• The priority deadline for 2025-2026 FAFSA (for BYU-Idaho Need-Based Scholarships) is March 1, 2025.
• BYU-Idaho will begin processing 2025-2026 FAFSA applications in March 2025.

• After submitting your FAFSA, you will receive a confirmation email and a submission summary once processed.
• BYU-Idaho will not process 2025-2026 FAFSA applications until at least March 2025.
• Aid processing times:
  • 2024-2025 FAFSA: Processed within 5-7 days.
  • 2025-2026 FAFSA: Processing starts late March-early April 2025.

Common FAFSA Issues

• Your Social Security Number and birthdate match on both FAFSA and BYU-Idaho records.
• You have matriculated or declared a major (if not, your FAFSA cannot be linked).

To fix errors:

• Update your BYU-Idaho records.
• Log into your FSA account and submit corrections.

Verification Process

• About one-thirds of students are randomly selected by the Department of Education for verification.
• If selected, you must submit additional documentation through the financial aid portal.
• Federal aid will not be disbursed until verification is complete.

For more details, visit the FAFSA Verification Process page.

For any other issues call (208) 496-1411 or email financialaid@byui.edu. For more information about Financial Aid, visit Financial Aid.