Siena College Develops its Own Financial Aid Application
A Head Start on the Financial Aid Process
LOUDONVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Siena College has taken the initiative to develop its own financial aid application, called SAFSA, after several colleges across the country were impacted by last year’s delays to the new FAFSA rollout. The FAFSA form wasn’t available until December 30, 2020, due to technical issues.
FAFSA Delays
The FAFSA form for 2025-26 is expected to be available on or before December 1, 2022. However, Siena College wants to give families a head start on the financial aid process. The school’s admissions team developed SAFSA, which went live on November 1, allowing families to get an estimate of how much aid they could receive and budget for college expenses.
SAFSA: A Unique Financial Aid Application
SAFSA is a separate application from the actual FAFSA form. Students will still need to complete the actual FAFSA form to be eligible for aid. SAFSA provides families with an early estimate of their financial aid package, giving them a better understanding of their college expenses. This allows families to plan and budget accordingly, giving them a competitive edge in the college application process.
Benefits of SAFSA
By developing its own financial aid application, Siena College aims to:
- Provide families with a head start on the financial aid process
- Offer an early estimate of their financial aid package
- Allow families to budget and plan for college expenses
- Give students a competitive edge in the college application process
Conclusion
Siena College’s initiative to develop its own financial aid application demonstrates the school’s commitment to providing students and families with a smoother and more efficient financial aid process. By offering SAFSA, Siena College is giving families a chance to get ahead of the game and plan for college expenses.
FAQs
Q: What is SAFSA?
A: SAFSA is Siena College’s own financial aid application, developed to provide families with an early estimate of their financial aid package.
Q: Do I still need to complete the actual FAFSA form?
A: Yes, students will still need to complete the actual FAFSA form to be eligible for aid.
Q: When is the FAFSA form available?
A: The FAFSA form for 2025-26 is expected to be available on or before December 1, 2022.
Q: Can I use SAFSA to apply for financial aid at other colleges?
A: No, SAFSA is a unique application designed specifically for Siena College.
