The FAFSA Simplification Act of 2020 allowed for major improvements in the financial aid application process beginning in the 2024/25 academic year. The 25/26 FAFSA and CADAA application are now available to complete.
The Simplified FAFSA:
- Expanded the access to Federal Financial Aid.
- Reduced the number of questions asked.
- Enhanced data sharing with the IRS to ease the applicants experience.
The CA Dream Act (CADAA) application has undergone similar major changes and improvements.
We recommend viewing each respective FAQ page for an overview on the major changes and improvements that students and families can expect.