Most people complete the FAFSA in less than an hour, according to the Education Department. “Federal Student Aid has worked hard to enhance the form, and we think [returning students] will have a much smoother
The FAFSA is a critical document that students need to complete in order to determine their eligibility for federal student aid, such as grants, scholarships, and work-study programs. The form requires accurate financial information, including details from the previous year’s tax return. The IRS ...
leaving many unable to start or submit the form and receive financial aid. For the 2025-26 FAFSA, the Education Department is using the same workaround it introduced last spring, which allows students to access the form before their parents’ identity-validation process is complete. ...