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FAFSA: Students seeking federal finance aid should expect delays due to the government shutdown

As the federal shutdown drags on, Free Application for Federal Student Aid — or FAFSA — forms are still being processed.

FAFSA processing may slow during federal shutdown, students should apply early

Even as the federal government shutdown continues, college-bound students are still able to submit the FAFSA; however, ...
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How the government shutdown impacts your application for federal financial aid

More than 5 million travelers' were affected by cancellations and delays during the shutdown, which worsened hours before the Senate reached a deal to reopen the government. The U.S. has been ...

The 2025-26 FAFSA is open ahead of schedule—how to apply for aid

Select students and families were invited to fill out the 2025-26 FAFSA starting on Oct. 1 as part of a beta testing period.
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FAFSA application is open for early testing. Here’s what to know.

NEW YORK (AP) — The Free Application for Federal Student Aid for the 2026-27 school year has opened for a limited number of students as part of a beta test, the Department of Education says. The ...