Students Entering the Fall 2026 Semester

• Oct. 1, 2025 – The 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens.
• Feb. 1, 2026 – Deadline to submit the FAFSA to qualify for the best financial aid offer.
• Aug. 24, 2026 – Fall classes begin.

Students Entering the Spring 2026 Semester

• November 2024 – The 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens.
• Jan. 12, 2026 – Spring classes begin.

For a full list of important financial aid dates and deadlines, visit our webpage here.