FAFSA Guide
The latest on FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Key FAFSA deadlines and dates
Dec. 1, 2024: 2025-26 FAFSA expected to open.
Your school's FAFSA deadline: Different states and colleges have different FAFSA deadlines, ranging from mid-January through June. Check with your school's financial aid office for potential deadline changes due to this year's delays.
College decision day: Typically May 1 for fall enrollment, though colleges may accept later dates to accommodate FAFSA delays.
June 30, 2025: Expected federal deadline for the 2024-25 FAFSA.
FAFSA FAQ
How to complete the FAFSA
Ready to submit your FAFSA? Head to FAFSA.gov, where you'll be able to create your FSA ID. You'll need your social security number and your own email address. The new form is shorter and designed to take less time: some say as little as 10 minutes, though budget more time if it's your first go or are completing forms for more than one student.