HONOLULU (Island News) -- College students can get a jump start on applying for next year's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

The 2026-2027 school year application is open now, ahead of the original Oct. 1 opening date. According to the Department of Education, this marks the earliest launch in the program's history.

The Department began its first beta testing phase in August and is now making the form available to all users.

To start your application, visit https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa .

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