SMC Financial Aid Appointment

• General Financial Aid Counseling
• FAFSA Application Assistance

If You Are Scheduling for FAFSA Assistance:

Please bring the following items to your appointment:

✅ Tax Documents

You’ll need tax documentation for both you and your parent(s) if you're a dependent student:

• Starting classes in Spring 2026 (January or March) or Summer 2026 (May)?
  ➤ Bring both 2023 and 2024 tax documents.
• Starting classes in Fall 2026 (August)?
  ➤ Bring 2024 tax documents only.

Tip: Tax documents may include IRS 1040 forms, W2(s), or other income statements.

✅ FSA ID (Federal Student Aid Account)

Before your appointment, create your FSA ID at:
🔗 Create FSA ID at StudentAid.gov

• Both the student and parent(s) (if you're a dependent student) need to create separate FSA IDs. If your parents are married and filed a joint federal tax return, only one parent needs to create an FSA ID.
• If your parent does not have a Social Security Number (SSN), please allow extra time for identity verification — start this process a few days in advance.

Questions?

Need help before your appointment? Email the SMC Financial Aid Office at finaid@smcsc.edu or call (864) 587-4203. We’re here to help you navigate the financial aid process!