The FAFSA is required to apply for federal financial aid such as federal grants and loans. Stony Brook's school code is 002838. You can complete the FAFSA
on the web at
studentaid.gov. Students
who would like to be considered for need-based aid such as Federal Work-Study and Federal SEOG must complete their FAFSA by the priority filing deadline of
February 15, 2025 for the 2025-26 FAFSA to be considered for these limited funds.
In order to determine if a student can receive federal financial aid a student must have a valid FAFSA submitted to the university prior to the end date of
the term of enrollment. You can review the
Academic Calendars
for more information on term specific dates.
FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS)
After the FAFSA has been processed, the federal processor will send a FAFSA Submission Summary to you. The FSS indicates whether you have been selected for
a process called
verification
and whether you are eligible for a
Federal Pell Grant.
If you do not have a copy of your FSS, you can request a duplicate copy from the Federal Student Aid Information Center by calling 1-800-433-3243.
Where can I get help to complete the application?
There are helpful tools and tips throughout the application which should assist you with the questions you may have. You can also visit the Filling Out the
FAFSA Form on the
Federal Student Aid website
and our
Financial Aid Video Library.
What happens after I file my application?
The SBU Bursar Office will begin loading FAFSA forms for the year in question as the Department of Education processes the FAFSA. At that time, they will
send you an email confirmation. Check out the
Financial Aid Timeline
for details regarding what to expect after we access your application.
For more detailed information, please visit the SBU website
HERE.