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What to know about upcoming changes to FAFSA

The road to college financial aid usually begins with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. After years of delays, a new version of the form will be released at the end of December. While it promises increased access to aid, the delays could put universities and students in a bind. The Washington Post’s Danielle Douglas-Gabriel joins John Yang to discuss what’s changed and why.

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