The FAFSA form asks for financial information, including information from tax forms and balances of savings and checking accounts.
Note: If your or your family's financial situation has changed significantly from what is reflected on your federal income tax return (for example, if you've lost a job or otherwise experienced a drop in income), you may be eligible to have your financial aid adjusted. Complete the FAFSA questions as instructed on the application (including the transfer of tax return and income information), submit your FAFSA form, then contact the school you plan to attend to discuss how your current financial situation has changed. Note that the school's decision is final and cannot be appealed to the U.S. Department of Education.
The Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) is the financial aid application for students who DO NOT have a Social Security Number. This application determines what state financial aid colleges and universities can offer students. Students that are classified as a Texas Resident who cannot apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are encouraged to complete the TASFA.