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Public Comment Request for the 2026-2027 FAFSA due on or before June 13

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Department of Education is seeking public feedback on the proposed 20262027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Interested persons are invited to submit comments on or before June 13, 2025. For more details and to submit your feedback, visit the Federal Register notice.

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Overview of Federal Direct Student Loans

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Education Department (ED) to help students afford the costs of higher education. While the loans are designed to ease educational expenses during college years, many graduates struggle to manage their debt after college. Students can start submitting FAFSA applications on October 1 of each year for the following academic year.

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How to Make College More Affordable: Why Early Financial Aid Planning Matters

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

It’s the next big step in your educational journey, but theres one big thing that might cause some stress for you and your family: how to afford it. The FAFSA is one of the most important applications youll fill out, and it opens every year on October 1st. Now Enrolling: College Financial Aid Advising for the Class of 2026-2027!

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The Essential Guide to Financial Aid for High School Juniors

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

One of the biggest questions students and families face is how to pay for higher education. Work-Study : A program that allows you to work part-time during college to earn money to help pay for your education. Youll fill out the FAFSA your senior year, but its a good idea to familiarize yourself with the process now.

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FAFSA Verification Update for Financial Aid Administrators: 2025-2026 Award Year

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As we prepare for the 2025-2026 FAFSA cycle, the U.S. Department of Education has issued important updates on verification requirements. Here’s what you need to know: 1. Tax and Income Verification: For students whose tax data is transferred directly from … Read more ».

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Breaking Down FAFSA: Understanding the Application Process

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

The world of financial aid can be daunting, especially when it comes to understanding the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is the way that students qualify for federal grants, loans, and work-study opportunities. All of these programs are designed to make higher education more accessible.

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Another FAFSA Failure Will Delay Aid Payments

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The most recent failure in the rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will leave many college students without critical financial aid as the fall semester approaches. Education Department’s (ED) announced their decision to defer their acceptance of batch corrections. On July 30th, the U.S.

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