FAFSA Application Open Date: U.S. Timelines and What Canadian Students Need to Know

FAFSA Application Open Date: What International Students in Canada Need to Know
If you’re planning to study at a U.S. college or university, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens on 1 October each year for the following academic year. That’s your window to apply for U.S. federal grants, loans, and work-study programs. But here’s the catch: FAFSA is only available to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and eligible non-citizens. If you’re an international student currently in Canada or planning to study in Canada, FAFSA won’t apply to you for Canadian post-secondary …