<p>So I filled out the FAFSA January 1st using estimates...but my parents havent gotten their tax forms done yet becaues we are still waiting on my dad's w2. a couple of my schools' priority deadlines have passed. Am I screwed or will they still take me into full consideration for grants because I had estimates done?</p>
<p>As much I know schools are very particular / strict about dead-lines. You could have filled-in FAFSA with last year figures adjusted to major changes in 2007 with "will file tax" option and then could rvise the numbers once your dad's w-2 was in.</p>
<p>One thing you could do is speak to your school's FAs and let them know of the situation and hear from them directly if they would consider your late submission.</p>
<p>hope that helps.</p>
<p>I was about to submit the above when I re-read your post - you said you had done your estimates, means did you submit a "will file" FAFSA? Then you would be fine, I think.</p>
<p>yes I submited the FAFSA with a will file status using the most accurate estimates I could get with my parents.</p>
<p>I guess many do so and colleges know that many don't get their w-2s / 1099s etc until 1st week of Feb'08. I think you are safe but best would be to call up the colleges and explain them your situation.</p>
<p>You are fine if you met the deadline - they expect you to use estimates. Generally you will get a financial aid offer based on the estimates. It will be revised when your information is finalized.</p>