FAFSA
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
FAFSA
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
The FAFSA® 2025-2026 application is expected to open October 1st
The FAFSA® is a free online application for financial aid eligibility for college. It’s used by schools to put together your federal student aid package for one year of college. This package can include grants for college, work-study, federal student loans, and even state and school financial aid.
While financial aid is not the same as student loans, you must first complete the FAFSA® form to apply for a federal student loan. Completing the FAFSA® online is convenient—and it can make your financial aid search easier.
Students can follow Federal Student Aid on X, Instagram, and Facebook for announcements and resources.
We are planning for fall events! The FAFSA will be released on October 1st. FAFSA Completion Workshops will be scheduled beginning in October. It is best to complete your FAFSA as soon as possible. Check with your high school counselors for dates and times at your high school.
Within Reach blog has articles tackling some of the biggest questions regarding the FAFSA and its changes, including: