FAFSA Application
Top Mistakes to Avoid on Your 2025–26 FAFSA Application
Anthony Lane
The 2025–26 FAFSA opens on December 1, 2024, and avoiding common mistakes can significantly impact your financial aid eligibility. This guide outlines key errors—like missing deadlines, incorrect tax info, and forgetting to sign—that can delay or reduce aid. Learn how to apply correctly and maximize your federal grants, scholarships, and low-interest loans.
