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The Financial Aid Office is here to support you and your family by making this a seamless process!
What is the FAFSA?
Students can apply for Federal financial aid by completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). There is no charge to have an application processed. Check out important FAFSA dates or follow the step-by-step guide on completing the free form for Federal Financial Aid on the studentaid.gov website.
Students interested in receiving Federal Student Aid must be properly admitted to Barton as a regular student seeking an eligible degree or certificate. Questions? Visit one of Barton's Enrollment Days or make an appointment with the Barton Financial Aid Office!
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Important FAFSA Information
Many questions can arise when completing an application for Federal Student Aid. Consider the following information when applying for Federal Financial Aid.
What are the benefits?
The FAFSA is now a more streamlined application process expanding eligibility for federal financial aid, reducing barriers for certain student populations and providing a better user experience for the FAFSA form.
How can I estimate my federal aid?
Check out the Federal Student Aid Estimator to see financial eligibility for the upcoming award year.
What can students do to prepare?
Students are encouraged to create a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID in their StudentAid.gov account at least 2-3 days before beginning the FAFSA. Review the FAQ section below to find out what information should be gathered before starting the FAFSA.
What information do I need for the FAFSA?
What information do I need for the FAFSA?
Dependent Students
For the 2025-26 FAFSA:
- FSA ID username and password
- Social Security card
- Permanent Resident: Permanent Residency card (you will need your Alien Registration Number)
- Driver's license if applicable
- 2023 W-2 forms
- 2023 federal income tax return
- 2023 untaxed income records
- Current bank statements (to report the amount you have in cash, savings, and checking accounts)
- Value of investments
- Net value of current business or farm
Your parent(s) will need:
- Their FSA ID username and password
- Their 2023 federal income tax return
- Their 2023 untaxed income records (like child support received)
- Their bank statements (to report the amount they have in cash, savings, and checking accounts)
- Value of their investments (do NOT include their retirement accounts)
- The net value of their current business, farm, and investment records
Independent Students
- FSA ID username and password
- Social Security card
- Permanent Resident: Permanent Residency card (you will need your Alien Registration Number)
- Driver's license (if you have one)
- 2023 W-2 forms
- 2023 federal income tax return
- 2023 untaxed income records
- Current bank statements (to report the amount you have in cash, savings, and checking accounts)
- Value of investments
- Net value of current business or farm
- If you are married, your spouse will also need the same information as above
What is the Federal deadline to apply for the FAFSA?
What is the Federal deadline to apply for the FAFSA?
The federal deadline to apply for Federal Title IV funds is June 30 of the award year. The deadline for the 2025-26 FAFSA is June 30, 2026.
What is Barton's school code?
What is Barton's school code?
Barton's school code is 004608.
We will keep you updated as more information becomes available. Questions? Contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.