‘We’ve simplified it’: Education Department rolls out FAFSA form earlier than ever before

Date:

September 23, 2026

The Department of Education is launching the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) earlier than ever before—a change it says will help families navigate the rising cost of college amid affordability concerns.

The department’s early rollout is welcome news for the millions of American families eager to receive financial aid for the 2027-2028 school year.

The critical resource is used to help applicants achieve funding for higher education and department officials are touting the FAFSA as its simplest version ever.

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‘We’ve simplified it’: Education Department rolls out FAFSA form earlier than ever before

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