Fafsa eligibility if I90 in process for erroneous green card (merged)

[new68 10]

7 minutes ago, Fe.Ta said:

I am only speaking on the FAFSA and college application here…

 

FAFSA only asks you your USCIS number and the date you became a resident when it comes to your LPR and GC.  It appears the issue is only on the expiration date of your card.  So, you can apply for the FAFSA using your USCIS number (which if it is correct, it won’t change) and the ISSUED date on your GC, which is the date you acquired your legal residency.  If the issued date is correct, then you can apply and FAFSA will confirm your status.  It doesn’t ask you for a picture or anything like that and the expiration on it is not asked.  Make sure you fill out the one for 2022-2023 and 2023-2024.  Also, you will need other personal information like SSN, DL, tax returns, etc.

 

When it comes to your college application, it will depend on your college.  Some colleges require more information than others.  But, again, as long as you provide the accurate information and let them know the misprint or whatever, you should be fine.

 

My husband just applied and started college a few weeks ago, so this is coming from a recent experience.  We did not have an issue with a misprint on the GC.  But, we did go through with everything using the expired GC + 48 extension letter.  No issues, we were even lucky with FAFSA assistance.

 

I hope that helps!

Did you apply to the fafsa by yourself or through the college? 

[Family 3,549]

11 minutes ago, Fe.Ta said:

It doesn’t ask you for a picture or anything like that and the expiration on it is not asked.

Brilliant insight. 
@Mike E , you are more right than righteous…but am joining yout choir anyway… plastic worth safeguarding.

[Fe.Ta 857]

15 hours ago, new68 said:

Did you apply to the fafsa by yourself or through the college? 

There is no such thing as "applying through the college".  The college is just going to provide you with the FAFSA website, which is managed by the government, and you will fill it out.  What the college will provide is their specific code so FAFSA can send them the necessary information once your FAFSA is completed, which is how the Financial Aid Office will determine what FAFSA is offering you and then go on from there.

[new68 10]

1 minute ago, Fe.Ta said:

There is no such thing as "applying through the college".  The college is just going to provide you with the FAFSA website, which is managed by the government, and you will fill it out.  What the college will provide is their specific code so FAFSA can send them the necessary information once your FAFSA is completed, which is how the Financial Aid Office will determine what FAFSA is offering you and then go on from there.

I sent u a dm.

1 minute ago, Fe.Ta said:

There is no such thing as "applying through the college".  The college is just going to provide you with the FAFSA website, which is managed by the government, and you will fill it out.  What the college will provide is their specific code so FAFSA can send them the necessary information once your FAFSA is completed, which is how the Financial Aid Office will determine what FAFSA is offering you and then go on from there.

Does it matter if spouse has a foreign bachelor's degree. Not sure if they r still eligible?

[Fe.Ta 857]

11 minutes ago, new68 said:

I sent u a dm.

Does it matter if spouse has a foreign bachelor's degree. Not sure if they r still eligible?

Having a degree could mean you get less assistance.  But, I always tell people (citizen or LPR), FAFSA is worth applying.  Even if you get NADA regarding scholarships/grants (money you do not have to pay back), you can get student loans.  On the other hand, the college you are considering might offer you something when they see FAFSA is low or nothing, etc.  The Financial Aid office at the college will be your best friend when it comes to seeking out other resources (like other organizations that offer scholarships, etc.) and payment plans.

[new68 10]

Has anyone tried to get fafsa while they already completed a bachelors degree ( 3 year program) in their home country? Does it make one ineligible for fafsa? 

[new68 10]

1 hour ago, new68 said:

Has anyone tried to get fafsa while they already completed a bachelors degree ( 3 year program) in their home country? Does it make one ineligible for fafsa? 

Anyone?

[Ontarkie 13,957]

Related threads merged. PLease do not start more than one thread for similar topics~~

[new68 10]

21 hours ago, Fe.Ta said:

Having a degree could mean you get less assistance.  But, I always tell people (citizen or LPR), FAFSA is worth applying.  Even if you get NADA regarding scholarships/grants (money you do not have to pay back), you can get student loans.  On the other hand, the college you are considering might offer you something when they see FAFSA is low or nothing, etc.  The Financial Aid office at the college will be your best friend when it comes to seeking out other resources (like other organizations that offer scholarships, etc.) and payment plans.

That makes sense. I just wasn't sure if applying to fafsa if  they turn out to be  ineligible for would cause any problem for immigration related issues because they are a green card holder. Would it?

[new68 10]

On 4/14/2023 at 6:38 PM, Ontarkie said:

Related threads merged. PLease do not start more than one thread for similar topics~~

I have a completely different question related to fafsa. It's whether it's a good idea  to apply for fafsa if spouse already have a foreign bachelor's degree (3 year), dont want to have any bad immigration related impact if they apply, it wasn't the same question as original post. Where can I post to get some answers regarding that? Thanks for the help.

[TBoneTX 43,413]

49 minutes ago, new68 said:

Where can I post to get some answers regarding that?

This thread is fine.   

[new68 10]

9 minutes ago, TBoneTX said:

This thread is fine.   

Ok thanks. Will wait for some responses on this. If anyone has any suggestions or experience, please share

[Family 3,549]

Here’s a quick search result:

 

https://www.cappex.com/articles/money/first-bachelors-degree-student-aid

Students who have a bachelor's degree from a foreign institution are ineligible for the Federal Pell Grant if the foreign degree is the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree. Some foreign bachelor's degrees can involve only three years of study but nevertheless are the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree

[Family 3,549]

1 hour ago, new68 said:

immigration related impact if they apply

No negative impact at all.

Plenty of positives as you may find other resources/ programs.

[new68 10]

1 hour ago, Family said:

Here’s a quick search result:

 

https://www.cappex.com/articles/money/first-bachelors-degree-student-aid

Students who have a bachelor's degree from a foreign institution are ineligible for the Federal Pell Grant if the foreign degree is the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree. Some foreign bachelor's degrees can involve only three years of study but nevertheless are the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree

Thanks. Just wanted to make sure there's no downside or risks of applying (immigration related, effect on ROC or N400) , if turns out they aren't eligible, that's fine.