2027-28 FAFSA Help from the U.S. Department of Education

The 2027-28 FAFSA is NOW OPEN!

Federal Student Aid Estimator -- supplies an estimate of the 2026-27 Student Aid Index (SAI) and federal Pell Grant eligibility calculation;

“Who’s the Parent on the FAFSA Form?” wizard -- a new, stand-alone tool to help students and families determine who will need to provide contributor information on the 2026-27 FAFSA form before starting the application;

“Creating Your StudentAid.gov Account” page -- a resource that explains everything families and partners need to know about creating a StudentAid.gov account;

Pro Tips for Completing the FAFSA Form -- updated information for preparing to complete and submit the FAFSA form; and

Federal Student Aid YouTube Channel: FAFSA videos -- videos to help students and families understand the importance of the FAFSA form, who is a FAFSA contributor, and what happens after submitting the form.

Our Coalition partner, Fair Opportunity Project, can help with 1:1 FAFSA help, college application essay guidance, connecting with a college or career mentor, and getting your college applications submitted.

You can also find FAFSA Student Assistance Resources on the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s FAFSA webpage.