Revamped FAFSA Form Now Available 24/7 After Initial Glitches

Despite Delayed Release and Technical Difficulties, Experts Urge Prompt Completion

The newly revamped 2024-2025 FAFSA form is now available 24/7, following a rocky start with technical glitches and long outages.
Despite the initial issues, the new FAFSA form simplifies the application process and changes how eligibility for aid is calculated.
The FAFSA form is crucial for more than 17 million college students annually, determining eligibility for all federal financial aid, including grants, loans and work-study programs.
Due to the delayed release, colleges won't receive students' FAFSA information until February, potentially delaying financial aid award letters.
Experts advise students and families to complete the FAFSA as soon as possible, despite the technical difficulties.