Good news for NJ students: FAFSA opens Oct. 1 for the 2026-27 school year Jen Ursillo Published: August 28, 2025 FAFSA forms for the 2026-27 academic year will be ready by Oct. 1, according to the U.S. Department of Education (Canva)

💲 The FAFSA form for the 2026-27 school year will be ready by Oct. 1

💲 Students and parents can, however, apply during the beta testing

💲 If you submit during beta, there is no need to reapply

Do you have kids in college and need to file the FAFSA for next year?

Good news.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid will be available in October for the 2026-2027 academic year, according to the U.S. Department of Education .

The FAFSA form is currently in beta for early testing, but will be available to everyone by Oct. 1.

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