EDExpress users now have access to the EDExpress for Windows 2026-27, Release 1.0 software, which includes legislative updates and changes implemented during the 2026-27 FAFSA beta testing.
In a recent Electronic Announcement, Federal Student Aid announced the availability of EDExpress for Windows 2025-26, Release 2.0, which is available in the Software and Other Tools area of the Knowledge Center website.
Features and functionality included in this release are Global, Application Processing, Packaging, and College Financing Plan functionality for the 2026–27 cycle.
Resources available on the Knowledge Center website include:
- EDExpress 2026-27, Release 1.0 Software Full Download (Enables users to download the program as a single file)
- EDExpress for Windows 2026–27 Installation Guide
- EDExpress for Windows 2026–27, Release 1.0 Cover Letter
- EDExpress for Windows 2026–27, Release 1.0 Desk Reference
- 2026–27 Packaging Technical Reference
EDExpress users will find enhanced print functionality for reports, lists, letters, and other documents to improve readability, standardized reports across programs, and additional formatting options for user-defined text. In addition, the installation and initial setup process has been redesigned, as outlined in the announcement.
Questions can be directed to the FPS Help Desk at 1-800-330-5947 or by email at support@fps.ed.gov.
