Types of Financial Aid
Supporting Iowans With Financial Help, Education Access & Research
The Postsecondary Attainment Institute is a non-profit corporation established by the Iowa College Student Aid Commission to provide Iowans with educational financial assistance, services to increase access to postsecondary education, and research.
File the 2025-26 FAFSA
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Every year, the FAFSA supports first-time college students in exploring all of the financial options and resources they qualify for. By filling out the FAFSA, you can see if you qualify for:
Federal/State Grants & Scholarships: Need-based grants and merit-based scholarships provided by the government that don't include repayment.
Work-Study: Part-time employment program by the government for individuals who qualify based on need, in which funding goes toward tuition.
Federal Student Loans: Referred to as government loans, this is a form of reliable funding. Individuals may qualify for subsidized or unsubsidized
You’ll need to file the FAFSA AND apply for college admission. Best part? You only need to file one FAFSA whether you’re applying to one school or 100+ schools. After admission and acceptance, you will continue to fill out the FAFSA every year you are enrolled in college.
FAFSA Resources
Need assistance in filling out the FAFSA? No worries! The Postsecondary Attainment Institute makes it easy for Iowans to get the resources they need to succeed.