"The U.S. Department of Education announced that the 2026–27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form will launch on Oct. 1, providing long-awaited relief for millions of students and families planning for college," University Herald reports.

..."The FAFSA is a critical tool for accessing federal grants, student loans, and work-study funds. More than 17 million students typically file the form each year, with many states and colleges also using FAFSA data to determine their own aid awards.

'We are pleased to see that the 2026-27 FAFSA will be open to the public, as planned, on October 1. ... We applaud the department for reaching this milestone.' — Melanie Storey, President and CEO of NASFAA."

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Publication Date: 8/28/2025