Admissions Expertise If students know they won't be eligible for financial aid, should they still fill out the FAFSA? I would advise almost everyone to fill out the FAFSA. It is very hard for families to determine they are not eligible for aid, and there are many other options that require the FAFSA to be filled out. Want to see all of Benjamin's expertise? Click here to see full profile Want to see more expertise in Paying for College? Click here to see all expertise