FSA ID Worksheet
studentaid.gov/fsa-id
Federal Student Aid IDs are required for students to sign the FAFSA electronically. Please use this worksheet to record your FSA ID information as you create it. Keep this form in a safe place for future reference.
Student FSA Information
The email address must be unique to each individual. You cannot use the same email address for students and parents. DO NOT use high school email accounts.
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Parent FSA Information
One parent of a dependent student will also need to create an FSA ID. Parents without a social security number cannot create an FSA ID; they'll sign the FAFSA by mailing a signature page to the Federal Student Aid Program.
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FAFSA Friendly Reminders and Helpful Hints FSA IDs need to be created 1-3 days before the FAFSA application can be completedPart 1: How to create a FSA ID:
1.Go to www.studentaid.gov2.On the top right, click "Create Account"3.Next, click "Get Started"4.Complete the personal information entries
FSA ID Account Creation Tips:
•The student and one parent will each create their own FSA ID to sign and submit the student'sFAFSA form.oEach account must have its own unique username and password, phone number, and email.oBe sure to use a personal email address that you will continue to have access to aftergraduation.•You must verify your email and/or phone number to finish creating your FSA ID account.•The student's social security number (SSN) is required to complete the FAFSA form.oIf the student does not have a SSN, they should complete the TAFSA, which is a paperapplication.•Parents without SSN are now required to have an FSA ID account. Parents with out SSN will haveto verify their identity using credit bureau questions (not available for all parents) or by emailingan identity verification form and one or two forms of ID to the IDVerification@ed.gov. If the formis required, an email with a case number and the identity verification form will be emailed to theparent.•Before proceeding, be sure that all personal information is entered correctly. A misspelled name,an incorrect birth date, or social security