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The 2025-26 FAFSA is open ahead of schedule — here's why it's important to file for college aid early

The official launch of the 2025-26 FAFSA is on track for later this week, ahead of schedule, the Education Department said.

Forbes · 1d

FAFSA Is Open To All, Ahead Of Department Of Education Schedule

The 2025-26 FAFSA form is open to all, as the Department of Education says it is ahead of schedule with testing the form to avoid a repeat of last years problems.

Money.com on MSN · 19h

The 2025-26 FAFSA Is Now Open to All Students

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, better known as the FAFSA, is now open to all students for the 2025-26 academic year. The U.S. Department of Education expanded access to the form on Monday.

Hosted on MSN · 1d

When does FAFSA 2025-20 open? Here's what to know about the Federal Student Aid application

Are you a college student and eager to fill out the FAFSA application? Here's when it opens and what you'll need to apply for aid.

CNBC on MSN · 1d

The 2025-26 FAFSA is open ahead of schedule—how to apply for aid

Select students and families were invited to fill out the 2025-26 FAFSA starting on Oct. 1 as part of a beta testing period. Over the last several weeks, the department has closely monitored the online application and test groups' feedback for bugs and issues it could address before the full launch.

NerdWallet on MSN17h

The FAFSA Is Now Open. Submit ASAP To Get Free Money for College

The 2025-26 FAFSA opened on Nov. 18 after two months of beta testing. The process is smooth, and students should submit their ...

FAFSA Now Open To All Families For 2025-2026

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open to all families as the beta-testing period ends.

Inside Higher Ed8h

Is the FAFSA Ready for Prime Time?

The federal aid form could officially launch this week. Hopes for a smooth financial aid cycle, and the Education ...

The Daily Northwestern1d

FGLI students express uncertainty amid potential changes to Department of Education, FAFSA following presidential election

On the campaign trail, President-elect Donald Trump vowed to dismantle the Department of Education after taking office — a ...

The Maneater23h

While FAFSA complications continue, other financial aid resources are available

However, while FAFSA problems continue, other financial aid resources are available to help support students and their college careers. Some examples for students to use include: ...

EdSource22h

FAFSA now available to all students as part of expanded beta release

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available to all students and their families as part of an expanded beta release of the 2025-26 form. Previously, the form was available ...

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Houchin’s Bill To Move FAFSA Roll Out Deadline Easily Passes House

WASHINGTON — A bill establishing a new deadline for you to fill out the FAFSA paperwork for financial aid for college was ...

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Department of Education releases 2025 FAFSA form

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The online 2025 to 2026 FAFSA form is now available for students. The Federal Student Aid (FSA) ...

Inside Higher Ed8h

Cuts to Indiana Financial Aid Could Impact Tens of Thousands of Students

Two years after boosting financial aid for low-income students, the state of Indiana plans to slash those awards again. It’s ...

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