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Apply for FAFSA

Financial Aid Department Contact Information

Phone: (334) 556-2476 | E-mail: finaid@wallace.edu

Apply for FAFSA

  • Haven’t applied? Submit an admissions application for the appropriate semester you plan to attend. Provide admissions with your official transcripts from high school/GED and all colleges attended.
  • Students must be “unconditionally” admitted by the admissions office to receive federal aid. Please contact admissions to determine any outstanding documents they may need.
  • Admissions contact info: (334) 556-2468; admissions@wallace.edu
  • Create an FSA ID. Both the student and parent (if applicable) need their own FSA ID to sign and successfully submit the FAFSA application. Create your FSA ID at StudentAid.gov
  • Submit your FAFSA application for the appropriate award year. 2026-2027 FAFSA = Fall 2026 through Summer 2027. Uses 2024 Federal tax information.
  • Submit your FAFSA application for the appropriate award year. 2027-2028 FAFSA = Fall 2027 through Summer 2028. Uses 2025 Federal tax information.
  • FAFSA applications without signature(s) cannot be accessed by the college.
  • Submit your FAFSA using school code 001018.

FAFSA applications can also be submitted through the myStudentAid mobile app.

  • WCC typically receives FAFSA applications 3-5 business days after being successfully submitted.
    Monitor your WCC student e-mail and OneACCS MyWCC student portal for notification.
  • Some students are selected for verification by FAFSA and must submit additional documentation.
    Your verification requirements can be found by logging in to your myWCC Experience Portal.
  • Once all required documents are submitted, please allow 3-5 business days for processing
    (typically much sooner).
  • Please do not hesitate to contact WCC Financial Aid. We are here to serve!
  • Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). This is assessed at the end of each term for all students. Students can access their SAP status in their MyWCC student portal. Emails are sent providing updated statuses at the end of each term.
  • Review the requirements for maintaining financial aid eligibility in the WCC Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy (PDF)

Useful FAFSA Videos

Explore these helpful videos to better understand financial aid and the FAFSA process.

How to Fill Out the FAFSA

Learn what information you need to gather before completing the FAFSA.

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Determining Dependency Status

Understand whether you are considered a dependent or independent student and if parent information is required.

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FAFSA Overview

Get a quick overview of what happens after you submit your FAFSA.

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