Applications & Filings Capsules

You will work through the essential steps to determine if you must file, how to report all income correctly, and how to claim only the deductions and credits you qualify for, including detailed rules for the Earned Income Credit and Child Tax Credit based on qualifying children and income limits. You will rehearse handling dependents, filing status, and payment deadlines to finish ready to submit your 2025 federal return by April 15, 2026, without guesswork or costly mistakes.

You will work through the entire FAFSA process for the 2026–27 academic year, starting with creating your FSA ID, gathering required financial documents, and understanding who can access your data. You will rehearse submitting the FAFSA online by the October 1 federal opening date and learn how to meet all federal, state, and school deadlines to ensure eligibility for grants, loans, and work-study programs. By the end, you will be ready to complete and submit an accurate FAFSA that unlocks your access to federal student aid.