Apply for Federal Aid
The Federal Student Aid has provided a new tool to help students and their families plan for college. FAFA Estimator will estimate eligibility for federal financial aid, including grants and can reduce the time it will take to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). FAFS Estimator only provides an early estimate. You must complete the FAFSA to apply for federal aid. Students can access the FAFSA Estimator at www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov/.
Applying for Financial Aid
Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible after October 1st. There are three ways that a student can complete the FAFSA:
1. Apply online at www.fafsa.gov.
2. If you need assistance please reach out to FAFSA by calling the Federal Student Aid Information Center at
1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243).
3. If FSA lets you know your application has been processed, please reach out to Financial Aid Office by calling 573-681-6156 or by emailing: Financialaid@lincolnu.edu
FAFSA on the Web
What is the FAFSA?
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) gives you access to the largest source of financial aid available to help you pay for your educational needs. You should also add LU's code (002479) so we receive your information. Federal Student Aid (FSA) provides guidance related to creating the required FSA ID and completing the FAFSA.
Federal Student Aid provides over $80 billion annually in financial assistance for college. To receive federal student aid, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).