FAFSA ( Free Application for Federal Student Aid).

The FAFSA ( Free Application for Federal Student Aid) - officially out today [October 1, 2025) for the 2026 - 2027 school year! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the primary gateway to receiving federal, state, and institutional financial aid for college or other higher education institutions. Even families who think they won't qualify should fill it out, as it can unlock many opportunities beyond just need-based grants. 

The Application is at: https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/fafsa-support 

 Top Tip: Get it done! - asap, don't be afraid of the electronic application process, it's a collaborative between parents and students, and students must check their email and application status regularly.

Yahoo Finance Information - https://finance.yahoo.com/personal-finance/student-loans/article/what-is-fafsa-173422253.html. Note: GTC does not endorse any of the Yahoo ads or the information and we cannot offer financial advise but we always suggest to exhaust any and all options to fund your college journey.