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Early Release of 2025–26 FAFSA Form Promises Easier Access to College Financial Aid

December 3, 2024December 2, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education has officially launched the 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®), releasing it 10 days ahead of its anticipated December 1 launch …

Inside the FAFSA Overhaul: What the New Testing Framework Means for Future Students

September 4, 2024September 3, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education recently announced a comprehensive testing framework for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®), set to initiate on October 1, 2024. …

Pennsylvania Launches Free Helpdesk for FAFSA Assistance

July 21, 2024July 21, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has partnered with national nonprofit uAspire to launch a free statewide helpdesk to assist students with the Free Application for Federal …