The 2027-28 FAFSA form is now available earlier than ever. Here are the changes, 15-minute completion goal, Pell Grant facts and what families should know.

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The Department of Education is releasing the FAFSA earlier and with major simplifications, aiming to help more U.S. families secure financial aid for college. The updated form is faster to complete ...

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is live for the 2026-27 school year, even as the government shutdown continues. Prospective and current college students are encouraged to submit their ...