FSA Electronic Services Privacy/Security Student Aid on the Web
Help Contact Us FAQs PIN Home U.S. Department of Education
Welcome to the U.S. Department of Education, PIN Registration

Apply for a PIN - Apply for a U.S. Department of Education PIN.
Check PIN Status - View the most current PIN data that we have on file for you, including your name, e-mail or mailing address, and the status of a PIN request.
Request a Duplicate PIN - Don’t remember your PIN? Request a copy be sent to you.
Change My PIN - Personalize your PIN. You can also request a new randomly generated PIN, if your PIN was lost or compromised.
Update My Personal Information - Update your first name, middle initial, mailing address, e-mail address, challenge question and challenge response.
Disable My PIN - Restrict all access (including your own) to your U.S. Department of Education information online.
Reestablish My PIN - Regain access to your U.S. Department of Education information online.
Activate My PIN - Only users who have not provided their challenge question and response are required to activate their PIN.


This Web site is your source of information for the U.S. Department of Education PIN.

Your PIN can be used each year to electronically apply for federal student aid and to access your U.S. Department of Education records online. If you receive a PIN, you agree to not disclose or share your PIN with anyone. Your PIN serves as your electronic signature and provides access to your personal records. You should never give your PIN to anyone, including commercial services that offer to help you complete your FAFSA. Be sure to keep your PIN in a safe place.

Site Last Updated: Saturday, July 1, 2006 04:06:55