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The Department of Education (ED) on Tuesday announced via the Federal Register that the upcoming 2026-27 FAFSA is now open to public comment.

The Department of Education announced in a press release on Tuesday that the upcoming 2026-27 FAFSA form is on track for an October 1 launch date and that this cycle would see several changes to the form aimed at improving completion rates.

Quintin stumbled into a career in financial aid and discovered a calling. His own journey as a student was wrought by what the FAFSA would consider “unusual circumstances.” A former foster-youth and first generation graduate, Quintin is deeply connected to the stakes that financial aid administrators must often navigate with students. Learn more about Quintin and his career in financial aid in this brief Q&A.

NASFAA is looking for a student to fill a 12-week paid internship with its Policy and Federal Relations staff. The intern will help develop advocacy materials; attend and report on hearings, events, and meetings; analyze and summarize legislation and regulations; and much more. If you know graduate or undergraduate students who may be interested, please encourage them to apply. This internship is supported by the Dallas Martin Endowment for Public Policy and Student Aid. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. ET on Friday, Feb. 7, 2024, for priority consideration.

This eight-week interactive online course, starting on February 10, will review the types of higher education loan programs. It will cover the Direct Loan application and origination process, eligibility criteria, annual and aggregate limits, loan periods, loan repayment plans, deferments, forbearance, discharges and counseling requirements. Reserve your seat today!

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