FAFSA stands forFree Application for Federal Student Aid. It is a free form, from the Federal Student Aid office of the U.S. Department of Education. It is the federal student loan application, but it is more than that. FAFSA is your gateway to be considered for 9 different federal stude...
: you may have heard about it before. It's the application you must complete to qualify for all financial aid. Looking for federal grants? You need to complete the FAFSA. Searching for state aid? You need to complete the FAFSA. Hoping for financial help from your college choice? You need...
The Education Department said it will beta launch the 2025-26 FAFSA 'to uncover and fix issues' with the aid application.
Here are some changes to the 2024-2025 FAFSA carried over to the 2025-2026 form. What Changes Have Been Made to the FAFSA? Delayed Open Date The FAFSA typically opens on Oct. 1, well before early college application deadlines. But because of significant changes to the 2024-2025 form, th...
Before you begin your application, make sure you have all the necessary information and paperwork. This includes your: Social Security card Driver’s license Current bank statements Tax return from two years ago It is crucial to have tax returns from the correct tax year. For instance, the...
If you've decided to borrow for school with private student loans, know the application timeline so you can pay your college tuition on time. Erika GiovanettiMay 13, 2025 About Public Service Loan Forgiveness Borrowers must meet certain eligibility requirements to receive debt forgiveness under PSL...
Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, ED is proposing a revision of a currently approved collection.Federal Register...