FAFSA Opens October 1: Start Planning Your Next Step with UofL Online

Whether you’re thinking about earning your first bachelor’s degree, returning to finish what you started or considering graduate school to take your career further, October 1 is an important date to have on your calendar. 

That’s when the 2027–28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) becomes available, giving prospective and current college students an opportunity to explore federal financial aid that may help make their educational goals more attainable. 

And if you’re considering an online degree from the University of Louisville, now is a great time to start planning what comes next. 

FAFSA isn’t just for undergraduate students 

For many students, completing the FAFSA is one of the most important steps in planning how to pay for college. The information submitted through the FAFSA is used to determine eligibility for various forms of federal student aid. 

While FAFSA is often associated with undergraduate education, eligible graduate students should complete the FAFSA, too. Financial aid options differ by student and degree level, but submitting the FAFSA can help you understand what federal aid may be available as you plan for an advanced degree. 

Students interested in attending the University of Louisville should include UofL’s federal school code, 001999, when completing the FAFSA. 

Completing the FAFSA early can also give you more time to understand your options, plan for educational expenses and take the next steps toward enrollment. 

An online education designed to fit your life 

Figuring out how to pay for college is only part of the equation. For many students, finding a program that can fit alongside work, family and other responsibilities is just as important. 

That’s where UofL Online comes in. 

The University of Louisville offers flexible online programs designed to help students pursue their goals without putting the rest of their lives on hold. With online options across a wide range of fields, students can find pathways for beginning, completing or advancing their education. 

Ready to earn your bachelor’s degree? 

UofL Online undergraduate programs serve students at many different stages of their educational journey. 

You might be starting college for the first time. You may have previous college credits and be looking for the right place to finish your degree. Or perhaps earning a bachelor’s degree is a goal you’ve been considering for years and you’re finally ready to make it happen. 

Online bachelor’s programs at UofL provide the flexibility to continue managing your professional and personal commitments while working toward a respected University of Louisville degree. 

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Ready to take your career further? 

For professionals thinking about the next stage of their careers, UofL Online also offers a broad selection of graduate programs across areas including business, engineering, education, healthcare, social sciences and more. 

Online graduate education can provide an opportunity to deepen your expertise, develop specialized skills and prepare for new professional opportunities—all while continuing to build your career. 

Whether you’re considering a master’s degree, doctoral program or another advanced credential, UofL Online offers flexible pathways designed with working professionals in mind. 

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Start planning now 

Education is an investment in where you want to go next, and understanding your financial aid options can be an important part of making that investment possible. 

With the 2027–28 FAFSA opening October 1, now is the time to explore your options, find the UofL Online program that aligns with your goals and start preparing for the year ahead. 

Your next degree—and your next opportunity—may be closer than you think. 

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