FAFSA Application Glitch - Can't Submit or Reach Support. Help!
Hey everyone, I'm having some trouble with my FAFSA application. There seems to be a glitch in the system and I can't get through to anyone on the phone. Has anyone else experienced this? Any tips on how to get this resolved quickly? I'm worried about missing deadlines.
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Callum Savage
Ugh, FAFSA issues are the worst! I had a similar problem last year. Have you tried clearing your browser cache and cookies? Sometimes that helps with weird glitches.
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Landon Flounder
•Thanks for the suggestion! I'll give that a try. Did it work for you?
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Callum Savage
•It actually did! But if it doesn't work for you, try using a different browser altogether. That's my go-to tech support trick lol
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Landon Flounder
•Awesome, I'll definitely try both. Fingers crossed 🤞
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Ally Tailer
I found a method to get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/TbC8dZQWYNQ
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Aliyah Debovski
•Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?
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Ally Tailer
•I was skeptical at first too, but it really worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Miranda Singer
•20 bucks tho? That's kinda steep for a phone call...
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Ally Tailer
•I get it, but consider how much your time is worth. For me, not sitting on hold for hours was totally worth it.
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Cass Green
Have you checked the FAFSA website for any known issues or maintenance schedules? Sometimes they post updates about system problems there.
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Finley Garrett
omg i'm dealing with the exact same thing rn!!! 😠this system is so broken i swear
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Landon Flounder
•It's so frustrating! How long have you been trying to get through?
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Finley Garrett
•like 3 days now 😩 i'm bout ready to give up tbh
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Landon Flounder
•Don't give up! We're all in this together. Let's keep each other updated if we find any solutions.
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Madison Tipne
Here's what I've learned from dealing with FAFSA issues over the years: 1. Try accessing the site during off-peak hours (like early morning or late night) 2. Double-check all your info - sometimes a small typo can cause big problems 3. Use the FAFSA4caster tool to estimate your aid before submitting 4. Keep a detailed log of all your attempts, including error messages 5. Reach out to your school's financial aid office - they might have insider tips 6. Check if your state has a FAFSA completion event coming up 7. Last resort: submit a paper FAFSA (yes, it still exists!) Hope this helps someone! Remember, persistence is key with these bureaucratic nightmares.
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Landon Flounder
•Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely try these steps.
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Holly Lascelles
•This should be pinned at the top of the subreddit tbh 💯
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Malia Ponder
have u tried turning it off and on again? 🤣
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Landon Flounder
•Lol, if only it were that simple! 😅
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Kyle Wallace
I heard they're updating the FAFSA system soon. Maybe wait a few days and try again?
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Ryder Ross
•Source? I haven't seen anything about updates.
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Kyle Wallace
•My bad, I might be thinking of something else. Ignore me lol
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Gianni Serpent
Pro tip: Tweet at their official account. Sometimes they respond faster there than through official channels.
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Henry Delgado
This is why we need comprehensive education reform. The whole system is a joke.
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Olivia Kay
•Sir, this is a Wendy's
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Henry Delgado
•Very funny. But seriously, we're all just trying to get an education here. The hoops we have to jump through are ridiculous.
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