FSA directs, coordinates, and recommends policies for programs that are designed to provide financial assistance to eligible students enrolled in postsecondary educational institutions. This assistance includes grants, loans, and work-study assistance to nearly 12.9 million students through approximately 6,100 postsecondary institutions.
FSA manages the administrative and oversight functions supporting programs authorized under Title I and Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965.
See how FSA is organized.
FSA Sub-Office Functional Statements
Immediate Office of the Chief Operating Officer
The Office of the Chief Operating Officer is responsible for effective management of Federal Student Aid (FSA) as a Performance-Based Organization.
Office of the Principal Deputy to the Chief Operating Officer
Serves to establish a leadership framework of trust, shared understanding, and strategic guidance across all FSA offices.
Acquisitions Directorate
Responsible for ensuring the efficient and economic acquisition of products and services for FSA.
Finance Directorate
The Finance Directorate leads and promotes sound FSA financial management and decision-making to support FSA strategic objectives.
Strategic Communications Directorate
Selects, leads, integrates, coordinates, activates, and executes communication strategies in support of FSA’s mission.
Management Services Directorate
MS Directorate is responsible for activities related to human resources programs and operations, facilities operations, and security.
Enterprise Technology Directorate
Provides information technology services for FSA systems, promoting the effective and secure use of technology to achieve FSA’s strategic objectives.
Next Gen FSA Program Office
The Next Gen FSA Program Office is responsible for the management of all aspects of the Next Gen FSA program.
Office of Student Experience and Aid Delivery
SEAD ensures that students, parents, and borrowers know about the availability of Federal financial aid and how to access this aid.
Office of Partner Participation and Oversight
Responsible for activities that support and monitor FSA program participants and enforce compliance with laws and regulations.
Office of Strategic Measures and Outcomes
SMO unifies the FSA enterprise on the effectiveness of and accountability for delivering its services and products to achieve its targeted goals.
Office of Strategy, Innovation, and Transformation
SIT leads the primary customer management function within FSA.