IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

DECEMBER 12, 2024

From advocacy wins to new research and field engagement, Team IHEP has moved the ball forward in 2024. We scored a victoryfor evidence-driven policymaking when House and Senate Appropriators directed the Institute of Education Sciences tomaintainthe National Postsecondary Student Aid Study at its current collection frequency.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

A November 2024 article , from the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) highlights that total financial aid awarded by National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and SAIS schools has grown significantly over the past two decades, reflecting schools commitment to supporting families. The good news?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 30, 2024

If you’re planning on attending college and need financial aid, then filling out your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA ) is an essential step. But its not just about submitting the FAFSA you need to be aware of the deadlines to make sure you dont miss out on the financial assistance you need.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 11, 2025

“This ensures that students who request accommodations and would otherwise not have the access due to financial constraints, the opportunity to receive the necessary support to succeed both academically and in clinical training environments,” Cannon says. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach.

Student wellbeing

College Aid Services

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Financial aid offices can access the 2025-26 FAFSA Paper form through the FAFSA Partner Portal, as the Department of Education begins processing applications; functionality for student corrections will arrive in early 2025.

FAFSA

The College Pod

JUNE 1, 2024

Understanding how to get college financial aid can be confusing, especially for parents. The US Department of Education revamped the FAFSA for the 2024-25 academic school year to make this process less painful. When to Apply for FAFSA The FAFSA application opens on October 1 each year for the following academic year.

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College Planners of America

MAY 19, 2025

Federal Direct Loans are government-backed financial aid options provided by the U.S. Direct Subsidized Loans offer an initial interest-free period during college years for eligible borrowers, making them an attractive option for those who can demonstrate financial need. For the 2025-26 school year, it is June 30, 2026.

Student loans

The Counseling Geek

JULY 25, 2025

Strategic Applications Across Grade Levels Below are some examples of how a school counselor may be able to add Perplexity into their workflow at various grade levels. Take it with a grain of salt, but the broader application perspective should still apply. Do note, I am a high school counselor. My connections may be generalized.

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The College Pod

MARCH 23, 2024

RELATED: How to Get Scholarships in 2024 2. However, don't completely rule out private and out-of-state colleges, as some may offer generous scholarships or financial aid packages that could offset the higher tuition costs. RELATED: How to review your financial aid award 7. Talk about saving a ton of money!

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MAY 2, 2025

These new opportunities mean schools must be ready to process increased financial aid applications quickly, equitably, and transparently. Understanding the specifics of your state’s policies ensures your admissions and financial aid offices are ready to guide families effectively.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Through this application, schools determine how much funding a student is eligible for. Here are a few key things you should know to maximize your financial aid opportunities: Understand Dependency Status : Your dependency status determines if you need to provide parental information.

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College Aid Services

JULY 22, 2025

The Fiscal Operations Report for 2024–25 and Application to Participate for 2026–27 (FISAP) is now available on the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) website.

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College Aid Services

JUNE 25, 2025

The Department of Education has announced that, starting June 29, 2025, schools must report Federal Work-Study (FWS) earnings for the 2024 calendar year using the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) System and Campus-Based XML Schema Version 1.0b. first appeared on College Aid Services.

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College Aid Services

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

FSA announced that it will resume flagging FAFSA applicants for potentially fraudulent activity on both the the 2024-25 and 2025-26 forms, which will require that schools complete V4 or V5 verification prior to disbursing any Title IV aid.

Title IV

School & Student Services by Community Brands

JUNE 17, 2025

For private and independent K–12 schools, where student records, family financial data, and tax documents converge on digital platforms, IT Directors are increasingly the guardians of both compliance and confidence. In today’s environment, protecting financial data isn’t just an IT best practice—it’s a moral and institutional imperative.

Access

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

What she didnt have was a financial roadmap - or any way to pay for her education I had no financial aid packet, no 529 plan, no savings, nothing, Williams-Franklin recalls in an interview with Diverse. My parents were young parents who never had the opportunity to attend college before I began my own college journey.

Scholarship

College Aid Services

JULY 23, 2025

Department of Education has published in the Federal Register the finalized verification requirements for FAFSA applicants in the 2025–2026 academic year (90 FR 34486). The updated notice supersedes the notice published on September 4, 2024 (89 FR 71893).

FAFSA

The College Pod

JUNE 8, 2024

The Student Aid Index (SAI) is an essential concept in the world of financial aid for college. It replaced the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) starting with the 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ). What Is the Student Aid Index? What Is the Student Aid Index?

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College Planners of America

MAY 7, 2025

Carrying a fixed interest rate of 9.08% for both the 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years and no upper borrowing limit except from a colleges Cost of Attendance (COA) less other financial aid, PPLs allow parents to cover all college costs. A credit check is performed as part of the PPL application process.

Financial aid

The College Pod

JANUARY 13, 2025

The gateway to financial aid--including grant, scholarships, and loans--is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ) students must complete before they enter college and every year they are in college. Check out the loan types and other features below.

Student loans

College Aid Services

JULY 30, 2025

Federal Student Aid has rolled out a new online, self‑paced training course to guide colleges and universities through the completion of the Fiscal Operations Report for 2024–25 and the Application to Participate for the 2026–27 award year. The course is now available on the FSA Training Center.

Application

College Aid Services

MARCH 21, 2025

Updated March 21st The Department of Education continues to update the “Technical Frequently Asked Questions and Known Issues” to address issues for the 2024-25 and 2025-26 FAFSA applications. According to the FAQ, there are currently 3 open issues and 3 that have been resolved.

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College Aid Services

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

The Department of Education has released an updated timeline for launching batch institutional corrections for the 2024-25 and 2025 -26 FAFSA applications through the Electronic Data Exchange (EDE). 27 first appeared on College Aid Services. Below are the most important details from the announcement.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 4, 2024

The Common App has launched its 2024–2025 application for more than 1,100 colleges and universities worldwide. The not-for-profit organization founded in 1975 has grown to serve more a million students online annually through its online application platform.

Application

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 25, 2024

Education Department (ED) said it has discovered a calculation error in student financial aid applications sent to colleges this month and will need to reprocess them, potentially continuing delays for college applications. The guide will be updated regularly through April 2024.

Financial aid

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Department of Education (ED) is delaying the sending out of student information relevant for financial aid calculations to institutions, higher ed scholars and officials have voiced concern and uncertainty over how this change will affect low-income and first-generation students in particular. 8 – had left applicants frustrated.

FAFSA

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 30, 2024

million Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA ® ) forms have been successfully submitted since the 2024-25 redesigned application went live Dec. billion in aid and ensure that all students can access the maximum financial aid for which they are eligible. More than 3.1

Financial aid

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 4, 2024

Amid ongoing issues with the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form this year, the City University of New York (CUNY) is looking to help. We don’t want the unprecedented delays and changes in this year’s federal aid application process to deter them from coming to CUNY or any college."

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 1, 2023

Fall is on the way and the new season marks the beginning of college application season! The 2024-2025 FAFSA will be opening this December, instead of October (like usual). The post What You Need to Gather for Financial Aid Applications appeared first on CFAA. Many state and.

Financial aid

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 1, 2023

Those who submit a FAFSA or Minnesota Dream Act application for the 2024-2025 academic year will be considered automatically. 5-10% of students without legal status who graduate from U.S. high schools continue into higher ed, according to the Hechinger Report.

FAFSA

College Aid Consulting Services

JUNE 8, 2022

Here is an update on the FAFSA Changes For 2024-25. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will see the majority of changes starting in the 2024-25 academic year and not in the 2023-24 year that was originally planned. However, the new FAFSA application will be released on Oct 1, 2022.

FAFSA

College Aid Consulting Services

JULY 25, 2023

Discover our Top 10 FAFSA Tips for Divorced Parents in 2024—expert guidance tailored for navigating college financial aid. These insights stem from frequent inquiries and our seasoned experience in aiding divorced parents with the FAFSA.

FAFSA

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 13, 2024

This year, helping her high school seniors through the newly simplified FAFSA application process has been more stressful than simple. Institutions review the data and put together a financial aid offer, helping families decide which institution is the best fit for them and their wallets.

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College Aid Services

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

FAFSA Application Update – Goodbye EFC and Hello SAI FAFSA Application Update – Goodbye EFC and Hello SAI FAFSA Application Update – Goodbye EFC and Hello SAI Broadcast date: Tuesday, November 7, 2023 Financial aid administrators are invited to join us as we explore the upcoming changes in the 2024-25 Application Processing Cycle.

Application

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 22, 2024

About 43 % of Latino students surveyed said that they faced difficulties completing the FAFSA application form, which is required to receive financial aid. Rodriguez said that it was critically important to create opportunities for Latinos—who now make up one in five students at the postsecondary level—to thrive in college.

Mental health

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 20, 2024

Students who become a part of the first cohort, starting May 2024, will undergo training at Mercy’s classrooms and laboratories with MSC instructors leading. All applicants’ dedication, interest, and rigor will be assessed through phone interviews with instructors. “We

Placement

College Aid Consulting Services

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The 2023-2024 FAFSA® deadlines parents need to know. FAFSA applications started on October 1, 2022. It’s important for students to submit their applications for financial aid as soon as possible. The sooner you file your FAFSA the better your chances of maximizing your financial aid. After Oct.

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