What are some frequently asked FASFA questions?

Questions applicants must answer on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, generally known as the FAFSA, include requests for personal information, financial information and information about the intended college of attendance. Students must also provide a Social Security number and tax documents, according to the Department of Education.

Personal information requested on the FAFSA includes a student's name, date of birth, address and year of education. Dependent students must also provide personal information about their parent or guardian, including the parent's Social Security number and tax information. Non-U.S. citizens must provide their alien registration number, according to the Department of Education. Applicants can authorize the Department of Education to acquire tax information directly from the Internal Revenue Service.