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What do I need to qualify for FAFSA as an immigrant?

How do you sign up for FAFSA and other financial aid as an immigrant that is not a citizen. I want to go into the engineering field, but I am worried i will not be able to afford it.

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Thank you comment icon I suggest visiting the college or university financial department , you can also ask for what scholarships, or programs are available. Solsire Frances
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Briana’s Answer

Hi Destiny! It's fantastic that you're asking these questions and thinking about going to college. For FAFSA, if you're undocumented, you might not qualify for federal aid, but you could still get state, school, or private aid. Check out this resource to learn more about the qualifications: https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/eligibility/requirements/non-us-citizens. I really encourage you to talk to your school counselors about staying ahead on financial aid. There are lots of private scholarships that don't need citizenship to apply. Explore websites like Fastweb to find scholarships you can start applying for now. The more scholarships you apply for, the better your chances of winning! So keep your spirits up and apply to as many as you can. A helpful tip is to create two personal statements that you can easily adjust for different applications. Hope this helps!
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Isabel’s Answer

Hello Destiny!

In order to be eligible for FAFSA as an immigrant, you need to have a status as a qualified noncitizen. This could mean you're a permanent resident of the U.S. (and have a Green Card), have an Arrival-Departure Record (I-94), or you're a refugee or asylee. To get started, just head over to (fafsa page) and fill out the FAFSA form. You'll need to provide your Social Security number, Alien Registration number, and some financial details.

Don't forget to also check out state and institutional aid programs. They might have different eligibility rules, so it's worth exploring. If you're studying engineering, there are scholarships designed especially for immigrants and undocumented students that could really help with your expenses.
Thank you comment icon My cousin told me he had problems finding scholarships for that reason, so I wanted to know how to deal with the problem. I will do research on in and try to understand what to do better. Thank you for your help!❤️ destiny
Thank you comment icon of course! I'm glad my comment helped you! And wishing you all the best on your incredible journey! May every step be filled with success, adventure, and joy. You've got this—good luck Melanie! any questions im here take care! ☺️❤️ Isabel Dominguez
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