The 2026-27 FAFSA is now available at StudentAid.gov
Key Changes to Federal Direct Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act:
Beginning with the 2026-2027 academic year students enrolled less than full-time and borrowing federal direct loans will have their loan amount reduced based on enrollment. Decreases in enrollment at any point during the academic year can have an impact on a student's future disbursement amount. This means you may only borrow a portion of the full-time loan amount that matches your enrolled hours. You must still be enrolled at least half time to receive federal loans. Before dropping a course or changing your enrollment status, we encourage you to contact the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office.
The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships (OFAS) is here to assist you through the financial aid process. Whether you need help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or have questions about different options to pay for school, OFAS is here to help.
Please make sure to complete the correct FAFSA for the semester(s) you plan to attend. The 2027–2028 FAFSA will not be used until Fall 2027. For Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 semesters, you need to fill out the 2026–2027 FAFSA application.
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Key Dates on Academic Calendar |
Why It's Important |
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Financial Aid Priority Date |
FAFSAs and changes received after this date are not guaranteed to be completed by disbursement (when your aid is applied to your account). |
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Last Day to Drop Classes (for 16-week term), our Aid Lock-In Date |
Your major, classes and enrollment must be updated and fully processed by this date, not just submitted. This is the date we lock in your federal aid and scholarship awards based on your enrollment and major. Changes made after this date may not be reflected in your awards. Submit requests and changes early to ensure they are processed on time. |
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Tuition Due |
Pay any remaining balance by this date. |