It is our commitment that the $34 FAST processing fee and its payment never stand in the way of a qualified student applying for aid. However, we do request that you carefully and honestly assess your abilities to pay the fee and request a fee waiver only when necessary.
AFS gives FAST fee waivers to families suffering from significant economic hardship. This includes the following extenuating circumstances:
- temporary loss of income or employment
- unexpected medical expenses
- recent death of a parent or guardian
- displacement or damage due to natural disaster
- loss of income due to long term disability
- currently on free or reduced lunch at high school
- currently receiving food stamps
The scholarship cover sheet is the place to indicate that you qualify for a FAST fee waiver. Once you submit this form, scholarship staff will follow up with you to give you your waiver if you qualify. If you have any questions about this fee waiver, please email scholarships@afs.org.