Completing the FAFSA

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Every new journey begins with a step. Whether you're brand new or returning we're here to help. You should prepare to complete the FAFSA or WASFA every year. 

Who should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®)?

Any student who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs should complete the FAFSA, regardless of income. This includes grants, scholarships, work-study funds, and loans. To complete the FAFSA, visit: FAFSA® Application | Federal Student Aid

Who should complete the Washington Application for Student Financial Aid (WASFA)?

Any student who wants to be considered for state and school financial aid programs should complete the WASFA, regardless of income. The WASFA is for students who do not want to or cannot file the FAFSA. To complete the WASFA, visit: WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) | WSAC

Not sure which application to file?

Use the WASFA Questionnaire to find the right one for you. If you already submitted the FAFSA, you have applied for both federal and state aid and you do not need to complete the WASFA unless your college specifically asks for it.

How long will the application take?

It takes about half an hour or less to fill out the FAFSA or WASFA. This includes gathering any personal documents and financial information needed to complete it.

What do I need?

Verified account username and password (FSA ID or WASFA login)
Parent or spouse (contributor) email address (if required)
Income and asset information (if required)

Need Help with the FAFSA or WASFA?

You must apply for aid every year, but with the right information in hand, it's easy. The Student Aid & Scholarships Office has partnered with the Metropolitan Development Council (MDC) to help our students complete the FAFSA or WASFA.

If you would like assistance with your FAFSA or WASFA application, please contact EOC Advisor at 253-677-8790 or email eoc-advisor@cptc.edu.

Things we can assist with:

• Get answers to your education-related questions 
• Assist with completing the FAFSA or WASFA 
• Discover options for navigating student loan default issues

Please have the following items with you for your appointment:

• Federal Student Aid ID or WASFA username and password
  • If you do not have one yet, create yours before your appointment: 
    • FSA ID at https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id
      or
    • WASFA Log-In at https://wsac.wa.gov/wasfa 
  • If your contributor (Parent/Spouse) will be attending the meeting, they will also need their login information
• W2's and 1040 tax documents for yourself and/or your parents, if needed
• Documentation of any untaxed income the household receives, if needed