What families should know about 2026-27 FAFSA deadlines
The 2026-27 FAFSA remains open through June 30, 2027, but earlier college and state deadlines may affect access to limited aid.
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Education Department expands nationwide fraud screening for federal student aid and reviews 2026–27 FAFSA records
The Education Department has begun a one-time review of previously submitted 2026–27 FAFSA forms as part of a nationwide effort to prevent fraud in federal student aid.
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Education Department clarifies FAFSA fraud checks before aid cycle
Federal Student Aid explains mobile identity checks, fraud-related codes and how admitted or enrolled students can resolve a FAFSA rejection.