The Latest Breaking News from FAFSA

The new FAFSA form, launched Dec. 31, has already presented several challenges for minority students.

These scholarships can cover tuition and various college-related expenses such as room and board

The Education Department has made a big mistake with this year's FAFSA — one that could cost students financial aid they're entitled to. It's now grappling with how to implement a fix.

A new online application designed to make applying for federal student aid easier went live this week, but not everyone has been able to access it

This year's federal aid form is new and improved. But it came three months later than normal, and in its first week, online access has been unpredictable.

While the new version of the financial aid form was supposed to simplify the process, it has instead been riddled with technical problems and considerable delays.

A new version of the federal student aid application known as the FAFSA is available for the 2024-2025 school year, but only on a limited basis as the U.S. Department of Education works on a redesign meant to make it easier to apply

The Department of Education soft-launched its simpler application for federal student aid that’s also supposed to help families get more money for college.

The federal student loan application form has been simplified but its rollout might leave you scrambling.

If you’re heading to college or starting to think about where you’d like to apply, you’re probably considering options for funding your education

A 529 plan is a savings account that can help cover qualifying education expenses. These plans have many advantages, such as portability and favorable tax treatment. A 529 plan allows family members such as parents and grandparents to help contribute to a child’s education.