@FAFSA

Official account of Federal Student Aid, an office of the U.S. Dept. of Education. We provide grants, loans, & work-study funds for college or career school.

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Bucket hats and flare jeans might be back, but we’re leaving the old FAFSA form in the ‘90s. 😉 Complete your form in 15 minutes or less at fafsa.gov
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Today, the U.S. Department of Education approved a Workforce Pell Grant program in Arizona! 🎓 Learn more here: ed.gov/about/news/press-rele…
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A couple taps and you can send your parent or spouse a link to complete their section of the FAFSA form.
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Don't let your next student loan payment catch you by surprise. If you're enrolled in the SAVE Plan and don't choose a different repayment plan by your deadline, you'll automatically be enrolled in a fixed-payment repayment plan. That could mean higher monthly payments than if you choose a different income-driven repayment (IDR) plan. Before that happens, get answers to important questions: 💰 How much could my new monthly payment be? 🤔 Which repayment plans, including other IDR plans, am I eligible for? 📅 When do I need to switch? ✅ How do I choose a new plan? Our latest blog answers these questions and more to help you make an informed decision. 🔗 StudentAid.gov/articles/save…
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Remember that applying for an income-driven repayment (IDR) plan is always free. An IDR plan can be a helpful way to manage your payments. StudentAid.gov/articles/faqs…
Top FAQs About Income-Driven Repayment Plans

ALT Top FAQs About Income-Driven Repayment Plans

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📣 Student loan borrowers: Did you know that the SAVE Plan has ended? It’s time to choose a new repayment plan. 👉 Compare your repayment options and apply for an available plan today: StudentAid.gov/calculator 🔖 You may also be able to save on interest: Enroll in auto pay by Dec. 31, 2026, and you may receive a temporary 1% interest rate reduction. Check your options and choose the plan that works best for you.
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These myths? More fictional than a werewolf. Fill out your sections of the FAFSA form today in just 8 minutes at fafsa.gov
Breaking Common FAFSA Myths: Parent Edition

ALT Breaking Common FAFSA Myths: Parent Edition

Myth: My child can access state and school aid without the FAFSA form. Fact: Many states and colleges require students to submit the FAFSA form to be considered for state and school aid.

ALT Myth: My child can access state and school aid without the FAFSA form. Fact: Many states and colleges require students to submit the FAFSA form to be considered for state and school aid.

Myth: The U.S. Department of Education offers only student loans. Fact: In addition to loans, many students may be eligible for federal grants (which don’t need to be repaid) and Federal Work-Study after they submit the FAFSA form.

ALT Myth: The U.S. Department of Education offers only student loans. Fact: In addition to loans, many students may be eligible for federal grants (which don’t need to be repaid) and Federal Work-Study after they submit the FAFSA form.

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📢Important Update: The deadline to enroll in auto pay has been extended! You now have until Dec. 31, 2026, to sign up and qualify for a 1% interest rate discount. Here’s what else you can get by enrolling: ✅ Put your income-driven repayment (IDR) plan discharge or Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) progress on autopilot. If you don’t make your full monthly payment on time (i.e., by your due date), you likely won’t receive credit for that month. ✅ Maximize the interest subsidy and matching principal payment benefits of the new Repayment Assistance Plan, which became available on July 1, 2026. Visit StudentAid.gov/bigupdates for more info about this plan. Learn more about auto pay and consider enrolling today: StudentAid.gov/help-center/a…
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🔑 ways you’ll use your account before, during, and after school: StudentAid.gov/articles/key-…
Key Facts About Your StudentAid.gov Account

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The new Tiered Standard Plan is available to eligible federal student loan borrowers. Not sure how it works or whether you qualify? 🎥 Watch our video to learn: - How monthly payments are calculated - Who’s eligible - How to enroll 👉 youtube.com/watch?v=sbwyWBvL…

Tiered Standard Plan: The Basics in Under 2 Minutes

The Tiered Standard Plan (Tiered Standard) is a new federal student...

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Is your child or spouse filling out the FAFSA form? Here's owl you need to know about your role in the process.
Parents’ and Spouses’ Roles on the FAFSA Form

ALT Parents’ and Spouses’ Roles on the FAFSA Form

What does a contributor on the FAFSA form mean? A contributor is anyone required to provide information on the FAFSA form, sign the FAFSA form, and provide consent and approval to have their federal tax information transferred into the form. It can include a biological or adoptive parent, a spouse, or a parent’s spouse.

ALT What does a contributor on the FAFSA form mean? A contributor is anyone required to provide information on the FAFSA form, sign the FAFSA form, and provide consent and approval to have their federal tax information transferred into the form. It can include a biological or adoptive parent, a spouse, or a parent’s spouse.

What is required of a parent and spouse contributor? The FAFSA form will inform students if they need to invite a parent or spouse to their form. Invited contributors must use their own StudentAid.gov account to access the form, complete their required sections, provide their consent and approval, and sign the FAFSA form.

ALT What is required of a parent and spouse contributor? The FAFSA form will inform students if they need to invite a parent or spouse to their form. Invited contributors must use their own StudentAid.gov account to access the form, complete their required sections, provide their consent and approval, and sign the FAFSA form.

Does being a contributor mean contributing to the student’s education costs? Being a parent or spouse contributor doesn’t mean you’re financially responsible for the student’s education costs. It also doesn’t mean you’re required to accept any loans. However, you must provide your information, consent and approval, and signature to calculate your student’s aid eligibility.

ALT Does being a contributor mean contributing to the student’s education costs? Being a parent or spouse contributor doesn’t mean you’re financially responsible for the student’s education costs. It also doesn’t mean you’re required to accept any loans. However, you must provide your information, consent and approval, and signature to calculate your student’s aid eligibility.

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Do you know the big 4️⃣numbers to look at when choosing a school? StudentAid.gov/articles/4-th…
4 Things to Consider in Choosing a College or Career School

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If you’re a student loan borrower who is still enrolled in the SAVE Plan, don’t wait to choose a new repayment plan: 1. Use our Repayment Calculator to review your repayment options. 2. Compare estimated monthly payment amounts. 3. Choose the plan that best fits your financial goals. If you don’t choose a plan, you’ll be automatically placed into a fixed-payment repayment plan. Start exploring your options: StudentAid.gov/calculator
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Federal student aid includes more than just loans. Eligible students can also unlock grants and work-study opportunities! Most students can complete the FAFSA® form and access their results in just 15 minutes at fafsa.gov
Chart displaying the different types of federal student aid and the maximum award amounts for each. The maximum award amount for Federal Pell Grants (2026–27) is up to $7,395. The maximum award amount for Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) is up to $4,000. The maximum award amount for Teacher Educational Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant is up to $4,000. The maximum award amount for Federal Work-Study varies by school. The maximum award amount for Direct Subsidized Loans is up to $5,500 depending on your grade level and dependency status. The maximum award amount for Direct Unsubsidized Loans is up to $7,500 for dependent students (depending on grade level) and up to $12,500 for independent students (depending on grade level).

ALT Chart displaying the different types of federal student aid and the maximum award amounts for each. The maximum award amount for Federal Pell Grants (2026–27) is up to $7,395. The maximum award amount for Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) is up to $4,000. The maximum award amount for Teacher Educational Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant is up to $4,000. The maximum award amount for Federal Work-Study varies by school. The maximum award amount for Direct Subsidized Loans is up to $5,500 depending on your grade level and dependency status. The maximum award amount for Direct Unsubsidized Loans is up to $7,500 for dependent students (depending on grade level) and up to $12,500 for independent students (depending on grade level).

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You never need to pay for help with federal student aid. Here’s the latest about how to protect yourself against scams. StudentAid.gov/resources/sca…
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Try our Repayment Calculator to see if the Repayment Assistance Plan is right for you. StudentAid.gov/calculator
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If you live in one of these states, it’s important to fill out your FAFSA form as soon as you can. The good news? Most students can complete the form and access their results in just 15 minutes! Fill out your form at fafsa.gov
Map displaying states whose 2027–28 FAFSA deadline is “ASAP After Oct. 1.” These states include Alaska, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Montana, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia, Washington.

ALT Map displaying states whose 2027–28 FAFSA deadline is “ASAP After Oct. 1.” These states include Alaska, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Montana, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia, Washington.

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Having trouble picking the perfect school? Use these tips to narrow down your options.
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Today, the U.S. Department of Education approved four Workforce Pell Grant programs in Florida! 🎓 Learn more here: ed.gov/about/news/press-rele…
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Think completing the FAFSA form takes hours? Think again. Most students can finish their form in as little as 15 minutes and receive their results. Start today at fafsa.gov
Things You Can Do in 15 Minutes or Less Bake cookies. Complete the 2027–28 FAFSA form and access your results. Take your dog for a walk.

ALT Things You Can Do in 15 Minutes or Less Bake cookies. Complete the 2027–28 FAFSA form and access your results. Take your dog for a walk.

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Today, the U.S. Department of Education approved six Workforce Pell Grant programs in North Carolina! 🎓 Learn more here: ed.gov/about/news/press-rele…
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