FAFSA 2025-26: How to find your ‘Date of Legal Residency’? Check details here

The U.S. Department of Education released the 2025–26 FAFSA early on November 21, 2024. It offers access to federal grants, loans, and work-study programs. Students must provide their legal residency details in “mm/yyyy” format for aid eligibility. Residency criteria vary by state, so contacting college financial aid offices is recommended. Visit the Federal Student Aid website for details.