The upcoming FAFSA will have new changes, a new release date, and a slightly different process than before. This presskit will house essential materials such as graphics and PDF's for use in spreading the word about the upcoming changes!
Note: As more information about the upcoming FAFSA is made available, this presskit will continue to be added to, and updated. Check back periodically for new materials, including links!
April 1, 2024
June 30, 2025
The 2024-2025 FAFSA will be available starting in DECEMBER of this year, not October. There are several new changes to the FAFSA upcoming. For any questions, visit [LINK]
Attention! The 2024-2025 FAFSA has some major changes! Including a new release date in DECEMBER! Make sure to stay up to date with all the new FAFSA info with our FAFSA HQ: [LINK]
Make sure you create your FSA ID as soon as you can! An FSA ID is required to fill out the FAFSA and only takes a few minutes to complete! Head over to studentaid.gov to get started.
Get ready for the updated FAFSA in three stages! Make sure you prep well so you are ready to file as soon as it's available. The sooner the better!
Did you know that you will fill out the FAFSA differently depending on your status as an independent vs dependent student? Use our FAFSA checklist to make sure you know which category you fall into!
Checklist: https://bit.ly/3twc0Rl
The FAFSA is the primary form used by federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs in determining an individual's eligibility for grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships. Help us encourage Missouri students to file by important deadlines, to utilize FAFSA Frenzy events for free help filing, and to be aware of common mistakes many students make when filing.
December 2023-May 31, 2024
December 2023-May 31, 2024
December 2023-May 31, 2024
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December 2023-May 31, 2024
It’s FAFSA time! The FAFSA application is open! Come to our FAFSA Frenzy event on [date] for free personalized help!
December 2023-May 31, 2024
Even if you’re not sure what your post-grad plans are, there’s no harm in filing a FAFSA and knowing your options! Attend our #FAFSAFrenzy event on [date] for help filing yours. #Classof2023
December 2023-May 31, 2024
Even if you’re not sure what your post-grad plans are, there’s no harm in filing a FAFSA and knowing your options! Attend our #FAFSAFrenzy event on [date] for help filing yours. #CollegeBound #Classof2023
December 2023-May 31, 2024
It’s time to file your FAFSA! Here’s what you need this year:
1. Your 2022 tax information
2. Your social security number
3. An FSA ID for both you and your parent(s).
Come to our FAFSA Frenzy event on [date] for help filing!
December 2023-May 31, 2024
The 2024-2025 #FAFSA application is open! Have you filed yet? Attend our #FAFSAFrenzy event on [date] for help filing. Make sure to bring a parent!
December 2023-May 31, 2024
Are you prepared to file your FAFSA? Both you and your parents need an FSA ID! Head to studentaid.gov to create yours before you head to our #FAFSAFrenzy event on [date]. #Classof2023
December 2023-May 31, 2024
Have you started planning for how you’ll pay for college? First step: File a FAFSA! Come to our #FAFSAFrenzy event on [date] and visit journeytocollege.mo.gov/pay/file-a-fafsa/ to learn more! @Journey2College #Classof2022
December 2023-May 31, 2024
Don’t let the cost of #college prevent you from getting a degree! Come to our #FAFSAFrenzy event on [date] for help filing yours! @Journey2College #Classof2023 #CollegeBound
December 2023-May 31, 2024
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Reminder! #FinishYourFAFSA before February 1 to make Missouri’s state financial aid priority deadline. #Journey2College #FAFSA
Jan. 1 - April 2
Don’t make these simple mistakes as you #FinishYourFAFSA! #Journey2College
Jan. 1 - April 2
Even if you don’t think you’ll go to college, make sure you #FinishYourFAFSA! This will keep your financial aid options for college, certificates, and training open without obligating you to anything. #Journey2College
Jan. 1 - April 2
Leaving the #FAFSA on read is like leaving your future on read! #FinishYourFAFSA to find out what financial aid you qualify for. #Journey2College
Jan. 1 - April 2
What’s the number one most common mistake students make with the FAFSA? Not filing it at all. #FinishYourFAFSA to make sure financial aid will still be an option! Get started at FAFSA.ed.gov.
Jan. 1 - April 2
Been putting off filing the FAFSA with your high school senior? Check out bit.ly/fafsa-parentsguide for everything you need to know from getting started, to signing and submitting. #FinishYourFAFSA #Journey2College
Jan. 1 - April 2
Congrats! You submitted your #FAFSA! Now do these 5 things:
1. Review your confirmation page
2. Review your Expected Family Contribution
3. Apply for tons of #scholarships
4. Look out for your aid offers
5. Make corrections immediately
Visit bit.ly/fafsa5 for more info.
Jan. 1 - April 2
#Reminder! Make sure your #FAFSA actually submitted by looking for the confirmation page after you click submit! If you haven’t received your electronic Student Aid Report (SAR) within a few days, log back in to make sure you actually submitted. #FinishYourFAFSA
Jan. 1 - April 2
Your SAR has arrived! Let’s double (or even triple) check for any mistakes. If you spot one, make a correction immediately by logging in to FAFSA.ed.gov with your FSA ID, heading to the “My FAFSA” page and then selecting “Make FAFSA Corrections.” #FinishYourFAFSA
Jan. 1 - April 2
Has your financial situation changed compared to the info submitted on your #FAFSA? Use this tool at bit.ly/fafsa-appeal and contact the financial aid office at the schools you're interested in ASAP to see what you can do to secure more financial aid. #FinishYourFAFSA
Jan. 1 - April 2
Reminder! #FinishYourFAFSA before February 1 to make Missouri’s state financial aid priority deadline. #Journey2College #FAFSA
Jan. 1 - April 2
Don’t make these simple mistakes as you #FinishYourFAFSA! #Journey2College
Jan. 1 - April 2
Even if you don’t think you’ll go to college, make sure you #FinishYourFAFSA! This will keep your financial aid options for college, certificates, and training open without obligating you to anything. #Journey2College
Jan. 1 - April 2
Leaving the #FAFSA on read is like leaving your future on read! #FinishYourFAFSA to find out what financial aid you qualify for. #Journey2College
Jan. 1 - April 2
Even if you’re unsure of your post-grad plans, #FinishYourFAFSA! This will ensure financial aid will still be an option. #Journey2College
Jan. 1 - April 2
Been putting off filing the FAFSA with your high school senior? Check out bit.ly/fafsa-parentsguide for everything you need to know from getting started, to signing and submitting. #FinishYourFAFSA #Journey2College
Jan. 1 - April 2
Congratulations! You’ve submitted your #FAFSA! Now do these 5 things:1. Review your confirmation page2. Review your Expected Family Contribution3. Apply for tons of #scholarships4. Look out for your college financing offers5. Make any necessary corrections immediatelyHead to bit.ly/fafsa5 for more info.
Jan. 1 - April 2
#Reminder! Make sure your #FAFSA actually submitted by looking for the confirmation page after you click submit! If you haven’t received your electronic Student Aid Report (SAR) within a few days, log back in to make sure you actually submitted. #FinishYourFAFSA
Jan. 1 - April 2
Your SAR has arrived! Let’s double (or even triple) check for any mistakes. If you spot one, make a correction immediately by logging in to FAFSA.ed.gov with your FSA ID, heading to the “My FAFSA” page and then selecting “Make FAFSA Corrections.” #FinishYourFAFSA
Jan. 1 - April 2
Has your financial situation changed compared to the info submitted on your #FAFSA? Use this tool at bit.ly/fafsa-appeal and contact the financial aid office at the schools you're interested in ASAP to see what you can do to secure more financial aid. #FinishYourFAFSA
Jan. 1 - April 2
Even if students aren't sure what their post-grad plans are, there’s no harm in filing a FAFSA and knowing their options! It's not too late to file. Share this article with them to get started https://studentaid.gov/articles/things-you-need-for-fafsa/
Do you have a student who isn't sure what their post-grad plans are? Let them know there’s no harm in filing a FAFSA and knowing their options! It's not too late to file. Share this article with them to get started https://studentaid.gov/articles/things-you-need-for-fafsa/
Even if you aren't sure what your post-grad plans are, there’s no harm in filing a FAFSA and knowing your options! It's not too late to file. There is no law that says you have to know exactly what you're going to do with the rest of your life before you can file a FAFSA and filing, gives you a whole lot more options! visit studentaid.gov to get started or click the link in our bio to explore what's out there and learn more! #FileFAFSA #FAFSA #Journey2College
Not sure what you want to do after graduation? You aren't alone and there are lots of options out there! It's not too late to file a FAFSA to see what your education options could be. There is no law that says you have to know exactly what you're going to do with the rest of your life before you can file a FAFSA and filing, gives you a whole lot more options! Visit studentaid.gov to get started exploring what's out there and learn more! #FileFAFSA #FAFSA #Journey2College
The Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development (MDHEWD) has partnered with the Show Me Hope Crisis Counseling Program (CCP) and the Missouri Department of Mental Health to create HappierU, a digital resource center that aims to promote mental health, primarily among college age students but would be beneficial to anyone wishing to use the resources.
HappierU features a series of videos, podcasts, and digital content, providing science-based advice, strategies, and coping mechanisms for stressful situations.
While this initiative is targeted more toward college-age students, HappierU is available to anyone looking for ways to focus on becoming their happiest, healthiest self.
The program includes video exercises that can be accessed on demand and shared on any digital platform.
“Putting Missourians on a path to learn, work, and prosper means prioritizing mental health resources and making them easily accessible,” said Zora Mulligan, Missouri commissioner of higher education. “We are excited to launch this project knowing mental health is not only an important issue on college campuses, but across the state and nationwide.”
By accessing the HappierU content hub here, Happier U individuals can view all of the latest content, subscribe for updates, and more. The content is free and available to everyone.
Anyone in a crisis or who needs to speak with a counselor can text MOSAFE to 741-741 or by dialing 1.800.985.5990. You’re not alone, there is help available.
September 1 - December 31
Reminder: Make sure to bring this information with you to the upcoming #ApplyMO event! In the meantime, head over to journeytocollege.mo.gov to start planning! #ClassOf2022
Apply to more than one college now, choose later. Attend our upcoming #ApplyMO events for assistance filling out your college applications! @Journey2College #ClassOf2022
What colleges are you applying to? Drop the mascot of your chosen schools and tag us. Use #ApplyMO to let us know! @Journey2College #ClassOf2022
Apply to as many schools as you want now, so that you have more options on May 1 - A.K.A. #MoDecisionDay! Tell us what schools you’re applying to using #ApplyMO! #ClassOf2022
Here are some things to consider and research as you decide which schools to apply to! What factors are helping you decide? #ApplyMO #ClassOf2022
March 1 - May 31
The State of Missouri has several financial aid programs specific to high school students. Please use the below to help spread the word about the new Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment Scholarship, the change in Bright Flight scoring requirement, and other state aid program changes and opportunties as they become available.
Calling all Class of 2018-22 seniors! A new Bright Flight increase includes awards for students in the 4th and 5th percentiles. This means if you scored a 30 on your ACT and are still enrolled in college, you may qualify for Bright Flight this year!
Read: https://bit.ly/3Ph0rTE
Calling all Class of 2018-22 seniors! A new Bright Flight increase includes awards for students in the 4th and 5th percentiles. This means if you scored a 30 on your ACT and are still enrolled in college, you may qualify for Bright Flight this year!
Read: https://bit.ly/3Ph0rTE
Calling all Class of 2018-22 seniors! A new Bright Flight increase includes awards for students in the 4th and 5th percentiles. This means if you scored a 30 on your ACT and are still enrolled in college, you may qualify for Bright Flight this year!
Read: https://bit.ly/3Ph0rTE
Calling all Class of 2018-22 seniors! A new Bright Flight increase includes awards for students in the 4th and 5th percentiles. This means if you scored a 30 on your ACT and are still enrolled in college, you may qualify for Bright Flight this year!
Read: https://bit.ly/3Ph0rTE
Calling all Class of 2018-22 seniors! A new Bright Flight increase includes awards for students in the 4th and 5th percentiles. This means if you scored a 30 on your ACT and are still enrolled in college, you may qualify for Bright Flight this year!
Read: https://bit.ly/3Ph0rTE
Calling all Class of 2018-22 seniors! A new Bright Flight increase includes awards for students in the 4th and 5th percentiles. This means if you scored a 30 on your ACT and are still enrolled in college, you may qualify for Bright Flight this year!
Read: https://bit.ly/3Ph0rTE
The Bright Flight eligibility scores are increasing with the class of 2023 seniors. DHEWD will begin recognizing Superscores for eligibility beginning with the '23 seniors. In order to have your score sent to DHEWD, enter in the following code when registering for the ACT: 2379.
