What is a government shutdown and how will it impact student loans, FAFSA and the US Education Department
A US government shutdown halts many federal services but has limited immediate impact on student loans and FAFSA. Pell Grants, Direct Loans, and GI Bill benefits continue, though Education Department furloughs may delay support services, forgiveness applications, and new grants. Students can still apply for FAFSA, but prolonged shutdowns could slow processing and borrower assistance.
A US government shutdown halts many federal services but has limited immediate impact on student loans and FAFSA. Pell Grants, Direct Loans, and GI Bill benefits continue, though Education Department furloughs may delay support services, forgiveness applications, and new grants. Students can still apply for FAFSA, but prolonged shutdowns could slow processing and borrower assistance.
