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The most important step in applying for financial aid is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year. At Xavier University of Louisiana, the FAFSA remains the only application required to apply for federal and state aid. The first day you can submit the FAFSA for the new academic year is January 1, 2025, a change introduced last year with the FAFSA Simplification and FUTURE Acts. Some types of aid are limited in funding, so it’s essential to apply early to maximize your eligibility. We recommend all students complete the application as soon as possible each year.

New, Transfer, and Re-Admitted Students

1. Apply for admission to Xavier University of Louisiana. You must be accepted for admission and enrolled in a degree-seeking program before the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships can determine your financial assistance.
2. Submit all transcripts from previous schools attended.

All Students

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): You must list Xavier University of Louisiana on your FAFSA so we can receive the results. Xavier’s school code is 002032.

Review your FAFSA Submission Summary/Student Aid Report: If your FAFSA is rejected, requires corrections, or you are selected for verification, follow the instructions carefully and take the necessary actions.

Respond to missing information requests: When the Office of Student Financial Aid receives your FAFSA, you may receive an email at your Xavier email address outlining any further information required. Check your email regularly to avoid delays.

Monitor your financial aid status anytime at Banner Self-Service.

THE FAFSA FORM HAS CHANGED—AND THESE CHANGES REMAIN IN EFFECT FOR 2025-26!

The FAFSA Simplification and FUTURE Acts introduced significant changes last year, transforming the FAFSA into a more streamlined application process. These updates will continue to benefit students for the 2025-26 academic year.

Key Changes:

Streamlined Application: The FAFSA has been simplified with a reduction in questions—from 108 to just 36—making it easier and faster to complete. Additionally, updated formulas and criteria have expanded eligibility, allowing more students to qualify for federal aid.

Student Aid Index (SAI): The SAI replaced the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), aligning eligibility with family size and federal poverty levels.

Contributor Requirements:

• Contributors (students, parents, guardians, or spouses) must create a Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) to provide information on the FAFSA.
• Each contributor must consent to using the IRS Direct Data Exchange (DDX) for automatic data transfer. This step is mandatory for federal aid eligibility.

BE PREPARED

To ensure a smooth FAFSA application process:

• Create or retrieve your FSA ID:
  • If you don’t already have an FSA ID, create one now at FSA ID Information.
  • There is a 1-3 day confirmation period before it becomes active.
  • The FSA ID can be retrieved if you have forgotten it. You may only has one FSA ID.
• Ensure all contributors have FSA IDs: Contributors must each create their own FSA ID and consent to data sharing.
• Gather the following documents:
  • 2023 federal income tax returns or evidence of income earned (e.g., W-2s or pay records)
  • Records of child support received
  • Balances for cash, savings, checking, time deposits, and money market accounts
  • Net worth of investments, businesses, and farms (excluding your primary residence)
• List Xavier University of Louisiana’s school code (002032): Ensure our institution receives your FAFSA results.

Calculators

Click on the link below to get started.  

• Estimated Semester Cost
• GPA Estimator Calculator 
• Completion Ratio (PACE) Calculator
• SAI Estimator
• Loan Repayment Estimator
• Net Price Calculator

 

ACCURACY MATTERS

All information is subject to verification under state and federal regulations. False statements or misrepresentations may lead to the reduction, cancellation, denial, or repayment of financial aid. You may make corrections to your FAFSA if needed.

To check the status of your application, visit Federal Student Aid. Once completed, you’ll receive an email confirming your submission and a FAFSA Submission Summary, including your Student Aid Index (SAI). Our Office of Student Financial Aid will receive a copy of your completed FAFSA and use your SAI to determine the types of aid you may receive.

For additional information on the FAFSA process, visit Federal Student Aid.

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