FAFSA 2026–27 application now open
Federal Student Aid opened the 2026–27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid on Oct. 15, 2025, allowing Twin Cities students and families to begin applying for federal, state, and institutional aid for the 2026–27 academic year. Applicants use FSA IDs, invite required contributors (such as a parent) to consent to IRS data sharing, and should file ahead of college and state priority deadlines.
📌 Key Facts
- The 2026–27 FAFSA is live as of Oct. 15, 2025
- Applies to the 2026–27 academic year (generally fall 2026 through summer 2027)
- Filing requires an FSA ID and contributor consent for IRS data transfer; colleges set priority deadlines