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The FAFSA officially opens on Oct. 1—but you can apply for aid now

For the first time since 2022, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid will open on its regularly scheduled Oct. 1 date, the Department of Education announced on Aug. 27. Students looking to ...
The Union

Rose Murphy: The FAFSA just got easier: Applying for 2026-27 financial aid

It’s that time again! Time to fill out the financial aid application known as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). It is now open for the 2026-2027 school year. Once again, there are ...
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Streamlined application could speed financial aid process for college hopefuls

Recent updates to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid could make it easier for prospective college students and ...
WAVY-TV

Positives, negatives of federal student aid changes in 2026-27 FAFSA

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — School just started, but we’re already looking ahead to the 2026-27 school year, with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, officially set to open Oct. 1, ...
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The 2026-27 FAFSA application is live. Here's what to know

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 ...
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The FAFSA just opened: Why you should apply now

An influx of college financial aid applications this year means that money could run out for students who don’t file early. Due to financial strain caused by COVID-19, nearly 40% of families that didn ...