The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) allows you to be automatically considered for federal, state, and university financial aid programs based on your Dependency Status and Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Complete the FAFSA each year. FAFSA Scams Beware of sites advertising services to help you apply for financial aid for a fee. If you use one of these services, you will be providing personal information to a non-government agency. The FAFSA is free - there is no charge to apply for financial aid. Meeting the priority date allows you the best opportunity to be considered for the most aid types possible. Be sure to include NAA’s school code, 030359 (Tampa) 006136 (New England), in the section that asks which schools should receive your results.