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ALT The image features a promotional graphic by LOSFA for FAFSA, highlighting "4 Reasons to Complete the 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)." The background includes a faint image of a FAFSA form, and a checkmark is visible next to the words "FAFSA Now.
ALT Breaking Common FAFSA Myths: Parent Edition
ALT Myth: My child can access state and school aid without the FAFSA form. Fact: Many states and colleges require students to submit the FAFSA form to be considered for state and school aid.
ALT Myth: The U.S. Department of Education offers only student loans. Fact: In addition to loans, many students may be eligible for federal grants (which don’t need to be repaid) and Federal Work-Study after they submit the FAFSA form.
ALT Chart displaying the different types of federal student aid and the maximum award amounts for each. The maximum award amount for Federal Pell Grants (2026–27) is up to $7,395. The maximum award amount for Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) is up to $4,000. The maximum award amount for Teacher Educational Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant is up to $4,000. The maximum award amount for Federal Work-Study varies by school. The maximum award amount for Direct Subsidized Loans is up to $5,500 depending on your grade level and dependency status. The maximum award amount for Direct Unsubsidized Loans is up to $7,500 for dependent students (depending on grade level) and up to $12,500 for independent students (depending on grade level).
ALT Things You Can Do in 15 Minutes or Less Bake cookies. Complete the 2027–28 FAFSA form and access your results. Take your dog for a walk.
ALT Federal Pell Grants for Eligible Workforce Programs
ALT Previously, Federal Pell Grants were awarded only to undergraduate students with financial need. Now, students enrolled in certain high-quality, short-term educational programs that prepare them for high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand jobs may be eligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant. Log in to StudentAid.gov with your username and password, then navigate to "My Grants" to view your Pell Grant Lifetime Eligibility Used.
ALT Eligible workforce training programs might be as short as eight weeks.
ALT What You'll Need To Complete the 2027–28 FAFSA Form A StudentAid.gov account (students and any additional contributors must each have their own account) Your contributor's email address (might be your parent or spouse) The list of schools you're applying to (if you're a high school senior) or your current school's name Records of your assets
ALT Enroll in auto pay to save 1% Sign up for auto pay by Sept. 30, 2026, to receive a 1% interest rate reduction on federal student loans.
ALT Did You Know? Entrance counseling ensures you understand the terms and conditions of your student loan and your rights and responsibilities. You’ll learn what a loan is, how interest works, your options for repayment, and how to avoid delinquency and default. When you’re finished, a record of your completion will be sent to your school, and you can then receive your student loan money.