Resources

College Selection/Fit and Match

One important aspect of college success is making sure the college selected to attend is a good “fit and match”.

The number of college options can be overwhelming. Here is a worksheet/form that any student can use to help narrow down the choices.

The feds have released a new FAFSA guide for the upcoming 2025-2026 FAFSA

Training sessions for staff that will be working with students, helping them to complete the new FAFSA:

Below are a number of resources available to assist you in filling out the FAFSA. Scroll down for NSHE Financial Aid contact information.

There are many helpful videos on the Federal Student Aid YouTube Channel

It is recommended that you watch the following videos prior to the Apply Nevada event you will attend:

Please also watch this video if you don’t have a Social Security Number.

Are you a Dependent or Independent? Find out your dependency status for financial aid purposes:

FAFSA on the Web Worksheet (2023-2024) – see a preview of the questions on the FAFSA you may be asked to complete: 

Complete the FAFSA 

Using the IRS Data Retrieving Tool (DRT): https://studentaid.gov/help/how-use-irs-drt

FAFSA Demonstration Site:

(Coming soon, currently waiting for update for new FAFSA)

What’s Next?

 What is the FAFSA Submission Summary?:

Need to correct your FAFSA?

Still have questions? Check out these FAFSA Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs):

Institution’s Financial Aid Office Contacts

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
University of Nevada, Reno
Nevada State University
College of Southern Nevada
Great Basin College
Truckee Meadows Community College

NV State GEAR UP

Only for: Bonanza High School, Pahrump Valley High School, Durango High School, Clark High School, and Mineral County High School