FAFSA Resources and Training
New Mexico
Financial Aid Access
Professional Certification
College Access Professionals work diligently to assist students in New Mexico with finding available aid to make higher education a possibility. Professionals who have a strong understanding of the financial aid application process, eligibility requirements, New Mexico State Aid eligibility requirements, and how all of this works to meet the Cost of Attendance are better able to advise students and parents. The New Mexico Financial Aid Access Professional Certification trains interested High School Counselors and College Access Professionals. The training consists of 6 hours of instruction, including videos with built-in knowledge checks and a demonstration of skills through the FAFSA Prototype. The training is free to New Mexico Counselors and College Access Professionals.
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Questions? Contact us today at nmeaftraining@gmail.com
FAFSA Links & Resources
FAFSA Links
FAFSA Webinar Registration Federal Student Aid – BETTER FAFSA BETTER FUTURE
FAFSA Prototype 2025–26 FAFSA Prototype Now Available | Federal Student Aid – Financial Aid Toolkit
Use the password and link at the bottom of the listed page to access the web-based design tool that allows users to navigate specific examples that might occur while filling out the FAFSA. While not a perfect replica it can help situate users with what may happen.
FAFSA Application https://fafsa.ed.gov/
FAFSA Parent Checker Who counts as a parent on the FAFSA form? | Federal Student Aid
Federal Student Aid Live Chat (you can use this to ask questions about the FAFSA Form) https://studentaid.gov/help-center/contact/chat
IRS Tax Transcript Form 4506T https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f4506t.pdf
FSA Department of Education Webinar https://financialaidtoolkit.ed.gov/tk/training/materials.jsp
FAFSA Completion by High School https://studentaid.gov/data-center/student/application-volume/fafsa-completion-high-school
College & Career Planning Links
$500 FAFSA Scholarship https://www.nmeaf.org/plan-pay-for-college/scholarships/fafsa-scholarship/
4 Things to Consider in Choosing a College or Career School https://studentaid.gov/articles/4-things-consider-choosing-college-career-school/
NMHED College Guide https://hed.state.nm.us/nm-college-guide
Links to All New Mexico Colleges, Universities & Trade Schools: https://www.nmeaf.org/plan-pay-for-college/find-a-college/
NMHED Financial Aid Division https://hed.state.nm.us/financial-aid
Ready New Mexico https://ready.nm.gov/
US Bureau of Labor Statistics https://www.bls.gov/ooh/
College Navigator https://www.nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/
NMDWS Internship Info https://www.dws.state.nm.us/internships
NMEAF FAFSA ISSUES PDF NMEAF-FAFSA-ISSUES-NOTED.pdf
FAFSA Messaging Templates
Messaging templates, text, and content to help counselors promote FAFSA Workshops and FAFSA Completions for students and parents.
Morning Announcements
Use these templates for morning announcements to help publicize your FAFSA events and build FAFSA awareness.
#1
What’s the FAFSA? It’s the Free Application for Federal Financial Student and it’s your ticket to pay for college or career school after you graduate. We’re hosting a workshop to complete the FAFSA for seniors and their parents on (INSERT DATE, TIME, LOCATION). Learn what to bring at www.nmfafsa.org or talk to your counselor.
#2
Hey seniors! Considering college or trade school? Complete your FAFSA to find out how much free money you can get to continue your education. Bring your parents to our workshop on (INSERT DATE, TIME, LOCATION). Visit your counselor’s office for a list of info you need, or visit www.NMFAFSA.org. We hope to see you at our FAFSA workshop on (INSERT DATE, TIME, LOCATION).
#3
Did you know that last year, New Mexico high school seniors left $30 Million dollars unclaimed in federal financial aid just in New Mexico? Get your piece of that money by completing your FAFSA. We are hosting a FAFSA workshop for seniors and parents on (INSERT DATE, TIME, LOCATION). Find out how much money is available for you to attend college or trade school by completing your FAFSA. We hope to see you at our FAFSA Workshop on (INSERT DATE, TIME, LOCATION). Find out what to bring at www.nmfafsa.org
School Messenger, Text or Remind App
Templates to use on text messages or remind app for students and parents:
#1
Seniors & Parents: Receive free money to pay for school by completing your FAFSA – come to our free FAFSA Workshop on (INSERT DATE, TIME, LOCATION). We’ll help you complete the FAFSA. Find out what to bring at Plan and Pay for College – New Mexico Educational Assistance Foundation
#2
Did you know that last year NM high school seniors left $30 Million unclaimed in federal financial aid? Find out how much financial aid you qualify for by completing your FAFSA. We are hosting a FAFSA workshop for seniors and parents on (INSERT DATE, TIME, LOCATION). Find out what to bring at Plan and Pay for College – New Mexico Educational Assistance Foundation
#3
Need help with completing your FAFSA? Reach out to your resources by either contacting your counselor (INSERT NAME, PHONE, EMAIL) or attending Money Mondays virtually from 3-6 PM at Money Mondays – New Mexico Educational Assistance Foundation
Email Message Templates
Here are email templates for students and parents:
#1
Email Subject: Claim your piece of $30 Million in Federal Financial Aid
Dear Seniors and Parents,
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens in December. Most colleges, universities, and career trade schools accept the FAFSA, and it can cover tuition, fees, housing, books, and supplies.
We recommend submitting your FAFSA as soon as possible, and we are here to help you out. We hope you can attend our upcoming FAFSA Workshop.
(INSERT HIGH SCHOOL NAME) FAFSA Workshop for Students & Parents
(INSERT DATE, TIME, LOCATION)
Financial aid experts will be on hand to guide you through the FAFSA. Parents and students should sign up for your FSA ID before the workshop here: https://fsaid.ed.gov/
Here’s a list of info needed to complete the FAFSA: https://www.nmeaf.org/plan-pay-for-college/fafsa-fund-your-future/prep-for-fafsa/
We look forward to seeing you soon.
(INSERT EMAIL SIGNATURE)
#2
Email Subject: Win $500 Scholarships & Prizes for Completing Your FAFSA
Dear Seniors & Parents,
Would an additional $500 scholarship help you with school expenses next year? Complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and submit this scholarship form to enter to win this random drawing: https://www.nmeaf.org/plan-pay-for-college/scholarships/fafsa-scholarship/
We’re hosting a FAFSA Workshop with financial aid experts to help you complete the FAFSA.
(INSERT HIGH SCHOOL NAME) FAFSA Workshop for Students & Parents
(INSERT DATE, TIME, LOCATION)
Parents and students should sign up for your FSA ID before the workshop here: https://fsaid.ed.gov/
Here’s a list of info needed to complete the FAFSA: https://www.nmeaf.org/plan-pay-for-college/fafsa-fund-your-future/prep-for-fafsa/
We look forward to seeing you soon.
(INSERT EMAIL SIGNATURE)
Social Media Messages
Please Like, Follow, & Share our Social Media Messaging:
Claim your piece of $30 Million Unclaimed Federal Financial Aid in NM by completing your #FAFSA #NMFAFSA #FundYourFuture www.nmfafsa.org
NM High School Seniors: Register to win $500 Scholarship or 2-in-1 Laptop/Tablet by completing your #FAFSA #NMFAFSA #FundYourFuture www.nmfafsa.org
+66% More Money Earned with a Bachelor’s Degree than a High School Diploma #gotocollege #FAFSA #NMFAFSA #FundYourFuture www.nmfafsa.org
+19% Higher Employment Rates for College Graduates #NMFAFSA #FundYourFuture #gotocollege www.nmfafsa.org
$1 Million more total lifetime earnings with a Bachelor’s Degree #NMFAFSA #FundYourFuture #gotocollege www.nmfafsa.org
College isn’t for everyone; check out career and technical schools that also take the #FAFSA to pay for tuition. #NMFAFSA #FundYourFuture www.nmfafsa.org
Don’t be shut out of great jobs, continue your education and pay for it with #FAFSA. #NMFAFSA #FundYourFuture www.nmfafsa.org
Social Media Images
Share these informational images on your social media and school announcements:
FAFSA Brochure
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