The Free Application for Federal Student Aid for the 2026-27 school year has officially opened.Despite the U.S. government shutdown, the Education Department will continue to process the FAFSA.If you ...

The Education Department has opened the 2026–27 FAFSA despite the ongoing government shutdown. Experts urge students to apply early since aid and state deadlines vary. The launch comes as the shutdown ...

NEW YORK (AP) — The Free Application for Federal Student Aid for the 2026-27 school year has opened for a limited number of students as part of a beta test, the Department of Education says. The ...

Do you attend college or have a dependent who plans to? If so, you should consider filling out the Free Application for Student Aid, commonly called FAFSA. By completing the FAFSA, it can provide ...