FAFSA Completion
Early applicants for FAFSA are often treated to more financial aid — apply now.
We know filing your FAFSA can feel a little intimidating, but we’re here for you. Financial Aid Services are here to help with FAFSA Completion. Current students, returning students, prospective students, and parents can get expert one-on-one help from dedicated Financial Aid Specialists and our very own Financial Learning Ambassadors.
With plenty of money available, you just have to apply for it. The first step is to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. Be sure to enter Valencia College school code and allow at least two weeks for processing.
Valencia College school code: 006750
FAFSA Presentations
Did you miss our live presentations? Need some help figuring out how to complete the FAFSA? Not to fear, we’ve got you covered.
Creating Your Studentaid.gov Account
Weekly Workshops
Get expert, in person, one on one assistance with completing the FAFSA.
Downtown Campus
Monday's – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
UnionWest First Stop, Lobby Area
East Campus
Monday's and Wednesday’s – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Building 5 Room 218
Osceola Campus
Wednesday’s – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Building 2-125
West Campus
Tuesday's – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Atlas Lab - SSB Room 172
2024-2025 FAFSA Student Walkthrough
2024-2025 FAFSA Parent Walkthrough
Drop-in to one of our events for help with FAFSA Completion.
| Event Title | Location | Date/Time |
|---|---|---|
| 24/25 and 25/26 FAFSA Completion Event |
West Campus Atlas Lab Student Services Building (SSB), Room 172 |
Monday, February 17, 2025, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| 24/25 and 25/26 FAFSA Completion Event |
Downtown Campus Union West Room 111 |
Monday, February 17, 2025, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| 24/25 and 25/26 FAFSA Completion Event |
Winter Park Atlas Lab Room 217 |
Monday, February 17, 2025, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| 24/25 and 25/26 FAFSA Completion Event |
East Campus Atlas Lab Building 5, Room 213 |
Monday, February 17, 2025, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| 24/25 and 25/26 FAFSA Completion Event |
Osceola Campus Building 2, Room 125 Financial Aid Office |
Friday, February 21, 2025, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| 24/25 and 25/26 FAFSA Completion Event |
Poinciana Campus Atlas Lab |
Friday, February 21, 2025, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
Students and parents, Valencia College financial aid experts are here to provide you with information on things you need to know regarding financial aid and the financial aid process. Please join us at one of our informative and engaging sessions listed below.
| Event Title | Location | Date/Time |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Information Session for Students and Parents | Zoom |
March 11, 2025, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Virtual Information Session for Students and Parents | Zoom |
April 8, 2025, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Virtual Information Session for Students and Parents | Zoom |
May 6, 2025. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. |
What to do prior to arriving:
- If you already have an FSA ID the process will go faster.
- You can create a FSA ID if you do not already have one or forgot yours by visiting Federal Student Aid.
What you need to bring with you:
- 2022 Income Information (taxable and untaxed income) will be used for the (2024-2025 FAFSA) and 2023 Income Information (taxable and untaxed income) will be used for the (2025-26 FAFSA). All persons on the FAFSA will be required to use the IRS Direct Data Exchange to share tax information or confirm non-filing status. This change makes it easier to complete the FAFSA and reduces the number of questions to be answered.
- Social Security Card
- Driver's License
- Alien Registration Card (eligible non-citizens)
- Dependent students: Your parent(s) information to support lines 1 - 3
- FSA ID for yourself and your parent if you are a dependent student
Help with completing the FAFSA and determining if you are a dependent.
Why attend?
- You must submit a FAFSA every year to receive financial aid.
- Applying early every year can increase your financial aid award.
- Valencia's financial aid experts will assist you with the process.
- Help is available for first-time applicants and those updating their information (renewal).