FAFSA 2026-27 launches early: How students and parents can secure US college financial aid
The US Department of Education has launched the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) early, enabling students to apply for federal, state, and institutional financial aid ahead of the mandated deadline. This early access is crucial because many aid programs are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, making FAFSA a vital gateway to affordable higher education.
The US Department of Education has launched the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) early, enabling students to apply for federal, state, and institutional financial aid ahead of the mandated deadline. This early access is crucial because many aid programs are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, making FAFSA a vital gateway to affordable higher education.
