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What students, families should know about the new FAFSA for financial aid

By ASHLEY A. SMITH EdSource
Jan 6, 2024
Jan 6, 2024

Sacramento State students line up to pay bills and receive financial aid information.
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The 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, was delayed by months this year due to changes that created a new, simplified form. Typically the FAFSA is available to high school seniors and college students every Oct. 1, but this year the form was delayed to Jan. 1.

about the new FAFSA that you should know:

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Ashley A. Smith covers postsecondary education and success and other education reforms for EdSource.

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