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January 3
FAFSA Priority Deadline

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is filed each year by students to qualify for institutional and federal financial aid. It is important to file the FAFSA by January 3rd, 2022, in order to be considered for priority financial aid.

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January 14
Destination Iowa State

Starting classes at Iowa State in January? If so, this Destination Iowa State event is for you! You'll make connections, explore campus, and be ready to start classes the following Monday.

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January 18
Spring Semester Begins

Coursework begins for the spring 2022 semester.

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