Can I modify my FAFSA information after it's processed?

Yes, you can definitely make corrections to your FAFSA after it's been processed! Log into studentaid.gov, click on "Apply for Aid" and then select "Make FAFSA Corrections." You can update income information, add/remove schools, and fix other errors. The system will reprocess your application and generate a new SAI score. Just know that your school might request verification documents if the changes affect your aid eligibility significantly.

ya u can change stuff anytime but schools might have there own deadlines so check with ur financial aid office asap

I tried making corrections to my FAFSA last year and it was a NIGHTMARE. Took forever to reprocess and then they put me in verification hell for THREE MONTHS!!! The financial aid system is designed to make students suffer. They'll probably use this as an excuse to give you less money. PREPARE FOR THE WORST.

You absolutely can make changes, but there are some important things to consider: 1. The reprocessing typically takes 3-5 business days for your new SAI calculation 2. If the income change is significant (more than 10%), it may trigger verification 3. Some schools use the first SAI they receive for initial aid packages, so contact your financial aid office immediately 4. Be prepared to explain the correction - have documentation of your father's promotion and new income ready 5. For the 2025-2026 aid year, you have until the application closes in June 2026 to make corrections, but school deadlines are much earlier Be honest about the error - financial aid officers appreciate honesty over them discovering discrepancies later.

Call the financial aid office first. They can advise you on their specific procedures and might even have a special form for reporting changes. Some schools prefer you work with them directly rather than simply updating the FAFSA, especially this close to their deadline.

when i had to fix my fafsa info i kept calling the federal student aid number and never got through!! was on hold for like 2 hours and then got disconnected. tried again next day same thing happened. super frustrating!!!

one time i put wrong tax info and fixed it but my sai went UP by like $3000 and i lost part of my pell grant 😭 just be prepared that if ur reporting more income it might change your aid eligibility

To answer your question about processing time - corrections typically take 3-5 business days to generate a new SAI, which should work with your 3-week deadline. But definitely contact your school tomorrow as others have suggested. And yes, it's absolutely better to correct it now than face potential consequences later. If you're found to have incorrect information during verification or an audit, you could lose aid eligibility, have to repay funds, or even face penalties in severe cases. Being proactive about corrections shows good faith and responsibility.

That's awesome news! It sounds like your financial aid office is really helpful. For future reference, many schools have these special correction forms because they know FAFSA mistakes happen all the time - especially with mid-year income changes like promotions or job switches. The fact that they're giving you 2 weeks buffer beyond their normal deadline shows they understand these situations. Make sure to keep copies of everything you submit, including the correction form and any supporting documentation about your dad's promotion. Good luck with everything!