FINANCIAL AID CODE

The school’s Federal School Code.

This code is how the U.S. Department of Education knows where to send your FAFSA information. It connects your financial aid application to the specific school you want to attend — and without it, your request for grants and loans won’t go anywhere.

Here’s what the financial aid code is, how to use it, and what to do if you’re still deciding where to apply.

What Is a Financial Aid Code?

A Federal School Code (sometimes called a FAFSA code) is a six-character number assigned to every college, university, or career school that’s approved to offer Title IV federal student aid.

You’ll use this code when you fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) so your chosen school can receive your:

• Pell Grant eligibility info
• Federal student loan options
• Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
• Financial need calculation

Each school has its own unique code, and you can list up to 20 schools on your FAFSA form.

Where Do I Enter the Code?

When you fill out your FAFSA online at studentaid.gov, you’ll get to a section that asks you to:

• Search for your school by name, city, or state
• Select the school from the list
• Confirm its Federal School Code
• Add it to your application

That’s it — once you include the correct code, your FAFSA data gets sent straight to the school’s financial aid office for review.

Where Do I Find the Code for My Audio School?

If you already know which audio recording school you’re applying to, you can usually find the code:

• On the school’s financial aid or admissions webpage
• By contacting the school’s financial aid office
• Through the official FAFSA School Code Search Tool

If you’re still comparing schools, you can add multiple codes to your FAFSA to see which one offers the best aid package.

Pro Tip: Use the exact name the school is registered under. Some schools operate under umbrella organizations or use different names for financial aid purposes.

Why It Matters

Without the right school code:

• Your FAFSA won’t reach the school you want to attend
• You won’t receive a financial aid package
• You could miss out on grants, loans, or scholarships
• Your application might be delayed or incomplete

It’s a small detail — but a big step in getting financial help for your education.

What Happens After I Submit My FAFSA with the Code?

Once your FAFSA is submitted (with the school code), here’s what happens next:

• The school reviews your information
• You’ll receive a financial aid offer based on your eligibility
• You can accept or decline parts of the offer (grants, loans, etc.)
• Your aid will be applied toward tuition and other expenses

It’s that simple — but it all starts with the right code.

Need Help? Talk to Financial Aid

If you’re unsure about the code, having trouble with your FAFSA, or still exploring your options, reach out to your school’s financial aid office. They can:

• Confirm their federal school code
• Help you submit or update your FAFSA
• Walk you through your award letter
• Explain next steps based on your aid package

They’re there to help you succeed — and make education more affordable.

Why This Matters to You

Filling out the FAFSA is one of the most important things you can do to make an audio recording school accessible and affordable — and the school code is the key to making sure your information goes to the right place.

It’s a small box to check, but it unlocks big possibilities: grants, loans, scholarships, and ultimately, the chance to build a career doing something you love.