Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The college adopted a test-optional policy for applicants to the Classes of 2025, 2026, and 2027 and a test-recommended policy for applicants to the Class of 2028 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Lee Coffin, the college’s vice president and dean of admissions and financial aid.

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College Aid Services

JUNE 6, 2025

FSA has published Volume 8 of the 2025-2026 Federal Student Aid Handbook. 2025-2026 Federal Student Aid Handbook Volume 8: The Direct Loan Program – This volume discusses the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program (Direct Loan Program) and describes how the U.S.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 19, 2024

Assemblymember Marc Berman California state legislators are considering a bill designed to ensure that students who are parents can get the most out of their student financial aid. AB 2458 would help student parents afford, enroll in, and successfully complete their higher education journey," said Berman.

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College Aid Services

MARCH 13, 2025

The Department of Education has updated the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) Technical Reference and contains development information for the 20252026 award year. Volumes 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 are currently available; the remaining section will be released later this 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. Education Department (ED) to help students afford the costs of higher education. While the loans are designed to ease educational expenses during college years, many graduates struggle to manage their debt after college.

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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. In many cases, colleges use the FAFSA to award both need-based and merit-based aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Financial aid forms may seem overwhelming, but they’re your ticket to unlocking the financial support you need. For high school juniors and seniors, now is the perfect time to dive into financial aid terms – and build a better understanding of them all. But, that’s why I’m here at CFAA! The good news?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JUNE 17, 2024

Receiving a financial aid offer can be both exciting and overwhelming for college-bound students and their families. While grants and scholarships provide much-needed assistance, loans often make up a significant portion of the aid package. Spots for the 2025-2026 school year are open and are going quickly.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

There’s an application process and forms you need to file to pay for your college education. Whether your family is paying for part of your college degree, or you’re covering it all yourself, there’s a good chance you’ll need to rely on financial aid. Finally, don’t make assumptions that you won’t qualify for any aid.

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HEAG

OCTOBER 9, 2024

As we prepare for the 2025-2026 FAFSA cycle, the U.S. Department of Education has issued important updates on verification requirements. Here’s what you need to know: 1. Tax and Income Verification: For students whose tax data is transferred directly from … Read more ».

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Student Research Foundation

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In 2026, 7,580 scholarships will be available to young people who take the PSAT/NMSQT in October 2024. The National Merit Scholarship Program, by requiring a test score from standardized testing, is just one notable instance where test-taking and financial aid are hardwired together.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The world of financial aid can be daunting, especially when it comes to understanding the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). All of these programs are designed to make higher education more accessible. Both the student and the parent or parents of dependent students must provide financial information.

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College Planners of America

AUGUST 27, 2024

The most recent failure in the rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will leave many college students without critical financial aid as the fall semester approaches. Education Department’s (ED) announced their decision to defer their acceptance of batch corrections.

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College Planners of America

AUGUST 27, 2024

The most recent failure in the rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will leave many college students without critical financial aid as the fall semester approaches. Education Department’s (ED) announced their decision to defer their acceptance of batch corrections.

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College Aid Services

MAY 6, 2025

Department of Education has announced that sequester-required changes to Title IV federal student aid programs for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY 26) will remain consistent with those from FY 25.

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College Planners of America

JUNE 13, 2025

Title III of the legislation contains the Committee on Education and Workforce’s proposed changes to the Department of Education’s (ED) student aid programs, including Pell Grants, student loans, and the aid eligibility formula. House of Representatives passed the annual budget reconciliation bill, designated as H.R.

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Student Loan Hero

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Student loan forgiveness for private education debt. This excludes Federal Family Education Loans (FFEL) and Perkins loans. The application for this student debt cancellation is available online at the Federal Student Aid website. Revised Pay As You Earn. Income-Contingent Repayment. Discharge for special circumstances.

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College Aid Services

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Federal Student Aid has released the drafts of the 2026-27 FAFSA application materials, with the financial aid community having until April 7, 2025, to submit their feedback for consideration.

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College Aid Services

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Federal Student Aid has released the first portion of the 2026-27 FAFSA Specifications Guide, which contains technical information related to the FAFSA Processing System (FPS) for the 2026-27 award year. Currently, the volume(s) below are available only in Excel spreadsheet format at this time.

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College Aid Services

MAY 30, 2025

Department of Education has announced the interest rates for federal Direct Loans first disbursed between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026. Prospective… More 202526 Direct Loan Interest Rates Announced The post 202526 Direct Loan Interest Rates Announced first appeared on College Aid Services.

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College Aid Services

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The Department of Education has updated the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) Technical Reference and contains development information for the 20252026 award year. Volumes 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 are currently available; the remaining section will be released later this year.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 1, 2025

The 103-page bill, released as part of the GOP's reconciliation legislation, targets several key financial aid programs that disproportionately serve low-income and underrepresented students. Education advocates warn these changes could create new barriers to higher education access and completion.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 19, 2025

Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Keisha Lance Bottoms, former Atlanta mayor who recently served in key positions at the Democratic National Committee and in the Biden administration, has announced her candidacy for governor of Georgia, with education and career training among her top priorities.

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