Completing the FAFSA: Everything You Should Know

"Because there were technical difficulties with the FAFSA for the last two cycles, it's hard to say whether overall this has been a good thing for students," Claire Alasio, associ ...

FAFSA Updates for 2026-27 Application: What Families Should Expect This October

KEY TAKEAWAYS The 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid is open for testing and will be available to the public on Oct. 1.Some changes were made to the application, making it easier to ...

Declare Yourself Independent for Financial Aid

A student age 24 or older by Dec. 31 of the award year is considered independent for federal financial aid purposes.
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Education Department opens FAFSA ahead of schedule — it's a 'huge win' for college-bound students, expert says

The Education Department said the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid is now available to everyone. For many families, submitting a FAFSA is key when it comes to covering college costs.
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FAFSA and NYS college aid applications open for 2026-27 academic year

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Applications are now open for college aid programs for the 2026-27 academic year. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the New York State Tuition Assistance Program ...