FAFSA Workshop - Lincoln

Join Heartland Community College Financial Aid staff for assistance in completing your 2027-28 FAFSA.

Representatives from the Heartland Financial Aid team will be available between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm for assistance completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The workshop will be held in Room 208 at HCC Lincoln.

What information do I need to complete my 2027-28 FAFSA or the alternative application for Illinois Financial Aid? 

• Your 2025 federal tax returns, W-2's, and other records of money earned
• Banking statements and records of investments (if applicable) 
• Records of untaxed income (if applicable)

Additional information you will need if you are completing the FAFSA: 

• Social Security Number. Be sure it is correct! 
• Your Alien Registration Number, if you (student) are not a U.S. citizen 
• An FSA ID to sign in electronically

If you're a dependent student, your parents will need to create their own FSA ID and complete the required information.  

• Not sure if you're a dependent?  Check studentaid.gov/dependency

If you're a married student, you will need:

• Spouse income information
• SSN
• Date of birth