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FSA Revamps Identity Verification Process, Expands Accepted Document List

College Aid Services

The Department of Education announced on December 6th that it would implement additional changes to the identity verification process for FAFSA applicants and contributors without a Social Security Number (SSN) to streamline the process for impacted users.

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UW-Madison's Black Males in Engineering Video Series Wins Prestigious Telly Award 

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The BME project addresses well-documented challenges that Black males face in engineering and other STEM disciplines, from underrepresentation in programs to barriers that can impact persistence and success.

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Building an Academic Space for Black Women Scholars

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In graduate school, we began exchanging documents for awards, fellowships, grants, and other opportunities and we realized that while our research was separate, it was also complementary, allowing us to strengthen each others applications. You should come to this conference.

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Top Scholarships for Indian Students: Eligibility, Benefits & Application Tips

IEFA

This guide covers the top options, their benefits, eligibility criteria, and application tips to help you get started. These scholarships require financial documentation, such as tax returns or income statements, to demonstrate need. Submitting applications before deadlines increases your chances of success.

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International Student's Detention Raises Questions About Visa Policies

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The document cites laws indicating deportation is applicable when an individual fails to maintain immigration status or when their presence "would have potentially adverse foreign policy consequences." Gnaydn's attorney argues in the lawsuit that none of these legal grounds have been met in his case.

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Enhancing Family Experiences Through Financial Aid: Solutions and Strategies for Private K-12 Schools

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Providing more direct support to families filling out applications. Interviewees noted how simplified application processes reported higher satisfaction rates from parents and often saved money through automating menial tasks such as status updates, document access, and personalized support. Removing stigma.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Completing The FAFSA

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is one of the most important tasks you’ll need to tackle as you prepare for college. This will act as your electronic signature, and you’ll use it to sign and submit your application. You may be asked to provide additional documents, so be prepared.

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