Tennessee Tech encourages students to complete FAFSA for timely financial aid decisions
Tech students spend time in the Lab Science Commons building on Dec. 6, the last day
of regular classes for the fall 2024 semester.
Tennessee Tech University’s Office of Financial Aid is encouraging prospective and
returning students to complete their 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA) at the soonest possible date in order to receive quicker determinations
about scholarships and other aid that may be available.
The U.S. Department of Education released the FAFSA to all students and schools on
Nov. 21 after a brief delay. Tech officials emphasize that the sooner students turn
in the application, the sooner they can get a complete picture of their funding support
and needs.
While the FAFSA remains available through June 30, some funds are limited and many
scholarships have earlier deadlines. Tech’s priority deadline for university-issued
scholarships is Dec. 15.
“A college education is a significant investment for students and families. At Tennessee
Tech, we want our students to receive every last dollar of federal, state and institutional
aid for which they are eligible. That all starts with completing the FAFSA,” said
Mary McCaskey, Tech’s associate vice president for enrollment and student success.
“An earlier completed FAFSA means earlier financial aid decisions and more peace of
mind for students and their families.”
According to the FAFSA website, the form takes most students less than an hour to
complete. However, many families who attended the Tech Office of Financial Aid’s recent
"Early Bird Tour" event were able to complete the application in under 30 minutes.
To ensure that Tech receives all current and prospective students’ FAFSA applications,
students must list Tech’s school code, 003523, on the application. Once admitted,
students will also need to monitor their Eagle Online account for any updates on their
financial aid.
McCaskey adds that any current or prospective Tech student with questions about the
FAFSA can contact the Office of Financial Aid at financialaid@tntech.edu or by phone at 931-372-3073.
Tech is ranked as a “Best National University” by U.S. News & World Report and offers
more than 225 programs of study. Tech grads leave with the least debt of all public
universities in the state. In fact, based on total cost and alumni earnings, Tech
provides students with the highest return on investment for any public university
in Tennessee, according to PayScale.
Learn more and apply for admission at www.tntech.edu/apply. Access the 2025-2026 FAFSA at www.studentaid.gov/FAFSA.