On February 3, 2022, PA Secretary of Education Dr. Noe Ortega joined the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) and Harrisburg University of Science and Technology to remind Pennsylvanians to submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) by May 1, 2022.

All first-time applicants enrolled in a community college; business, trade, or technical school; hospital school of nursing; designated Pennsylvania open-admission institution; or nontransferable two-year program do have an extended deadline the first year they file: August 1, 2022.

Additionally, individuals financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic may be able to adjust their FAFSA and qualify for additional aid. More information about adjustments and eligibility can be found on the Federal Student Aid website or students may contact their institution.

The FAFSA is an important tool for students seeking postsecondary education opportunities. Current and prospective undergraduate and graduate students should submit the FAFSA to the U.S. Department of Education to determine eligibility for federal student aid.

By filling out the FAFSA, students can receive federal grants, work study, and loans for each year of postsecondary education. Many states and colleges award aid to postsecondary students based on federal aid eligibility, and states and many colleges will award their own aid based on that data.

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