Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Augustine an extension “for good cause” due to the school showing significant recent strides in addressing non-compliance and evidence that deficiencies will be addressed within a year. Augustine was previously on probation between 2016 and 2018 due to financial issues and institutional effectiveness doubts.

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College Aid Services

DECEMBER 23, 2024

FSA has provided guidance for institutions on obtaining written consent from their students to share FAFSA data with a third party in compliance with FERPA regulations.

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College Aid Services

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In a recent Electronic Announcement, Federal Student Aid (FSA) has issued guidance aimed at institutions and auditors who are tasked with evaluating institutional compliance concerning the delivery of credit balances to a student’s card or other access device under the Department of Education’s regulations at 34 C.F.R.

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College Aid Services

MARCH 27, 2025

Department of Educations Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) has reopened the online income-driven repayment (IDR) plan and loan consolidation applications, providing a new pathway for eligible borrowers following a significant legal challenge.

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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. The SSS platform doesn’t just meet compliance—it facilitates it. News of the breach spreads among parents.

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College Aid Services

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Originally scheduled for release in August, Federal Student Aid announced yesterday that batch corrections will not be available for the 2024-25 FAFSA. This surprising announcement places a significant burden on Financial Aid Administrators and may cause further delays in granting aid to students.

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College Aid Services

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The Department of Education has released the Application and Verification Guide of 2025-26 Federal Student Aid Handbook. The text is designed for financial aid professionals and counselors to help students file their FAFSA applications, make corrections, and verify information.

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HEAG

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Resources Word In Wooden Cube Financial aid administrators are the unsung heroes of the academic world, playing a crucial role in helping students navigate the complex realm of financial aid and achieve their academic goals. To fulfill their responsibilities effectively, … Read more ».

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College Aid Services

JULY 2, 2025

On Tuesday, FSA announced a robust set of training opportunities for the 2025–26 award year, designed to equip financial aid professionals with the tools and knowledge necessary for Title IV program compliance and administration.

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HEAG

JUNE 2, 2025

HEAG Expands Consulting Services to Include Student Account Services Support The Higher Education Assistance Group (HEAG), a trusted leader in financial aid and compliance consulting, is proud to announce the official launch of its newStudent Account andBursar Servicesoffering.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

APRIL 9, 2025

These students bring cultural diversity, academic excellence, and a broader worldview to the classroombut they also bring unique challenges when it comes to financial aid processing. For financial aid officers and admissions teams, this can mean lengthy back-and-forth communication, incomplete applications, or inconsistent reporting.

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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Our October Team Spotlight is on Dustin Grannis, who joined College Aid Services as a Compliance Manager in 2024. He brings 15 years of experience in higher education and has managed teams of financial aid professionals across numerous schools; including four-year public, private, and proprietary schools.

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College Aid Services

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Federal Student Aid (FSA) has released updated guidelines for how the FAFSA should be processed for underaged applicants who wish to apply for financial aid.

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College Aid Services

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Handling Difficult Conversations Handling Difficult Conversations Broadcast date: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 Learning how to navigate tough conversations is just as important as keeping up with regulatory requirements and maintaining compliance. Students and families are often frustrated or confused by the financial aid process.

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College Aid Services

MARCH 15, 2023

The secret shoppers will be used to help evaluate an institution’s recruitment, enrollment, financial aid, and other practices.

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HEAG

APRIL 30, 2025

As the demands placed on college financial aid professionals continue to growyet staffing levels, budget constraints, and compliance pressures complicate traditional pathways for supportmany financial aid managers are feeling overwhelmed.

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College Aid Services

APRIL 25, 2025

This update is crucial for schools administering Federal Pell Grants to ensure compliance with Title IV regulations. On April 24, 2025, FSA released an important update regarding 202425 Verification Reporting and the handling of Verification Status Code W (GRANTS-25-02).

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

AUGUST 11, 2022

Summer is here, which means financial aid season is just around the corner, and many of you will be opening digital piles of applications in September. Taking a proactive approach to completing your K-12 financial aid prep tasks can help ease some of the burdens. How did your forecasting compare to actual results?

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College Aid Services

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Department of Education’s Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA)… More » Institutions Must Maintain Appropriate Compliance Management Systems and Policies The post Institutions Must Maintain Appropriate Compliance Management Systems and Policies first appeared on College Aid Services.

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Student Privacy Compass

JULY 6, 2023

To see how the new requirements fit into an institution’s compliance with GLBA, see FPF’s new Postsecondary Institution Data Governance Considerations reference guide and Data Governance Checklist. How do Institutions ensure compliance? Document safeguards for each risk identified in the risk assessment.

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College Aid Services

APRIL 4, 2024

These updated guidelines also apply to for-profit institutions who have “gone through or are… More » Proprietary Institutions Receive eZ-Audit Updates, Guidance for Annual Compliance Report The post Proprietary Institutions Receive eZ-Audit Updates, Guidance for Annual Compliance Report first appeared on College Aid Services.

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Civitas Learning

MARCH 13, 2025

Turning Insights Into Action The Multi-Outcome Framework equips key stakeholdersincluding Provosts, VPs of Student and Academic Affairs, Academic Deans, VPs of Enrollment, Directors of Career Services, Financial Aid, and Student Lifewith actionable insights tailored to their priorities.

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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Federal Student Aid notified schools that they will transmit a revised draft of the Financial Value Transparency and Gainful Employment (FVT/GE) Completers List by October 27 through their SAIG-TG mailboxes. Financial aid offices will receive the file as a GEFVCMOP message class and have until Jan.

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College Planners of America

JUNE 11, 2025

Evidence of the impact of the rise of administrative costs are noted below: More administrators than professors: The growing number of non-teaching roles, such as assistant deans, diversity officers, marketing staff, or compliance officers, accounts for growth in administrators.

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College Aid Services

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Today, the Department of Education announced that the deadline for Financial Value Transparency and Gainful Employment Reporting is being extended to January 15, 2025. This announcement provides much needed relief to Financial Aid offices across the country who are already struggling with issues surrounding the the 2024-25 FAFSA.

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College Aid Services

JULY 22, 2024

The latest electronic announcement outlines 2024-25 federal guidelines to determine when a FAFSA applicant qualifies for independent status as a unaccompanied youth who is homeless, self-supporting, or at risk of being homeless.

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College Aid Services

AUGUST 8, 2024

These regulations require Financial Aid Administrators (FAAs) to establish a robust system for identifying… More » Navigating Conflicting Information in Title IV Administration The post Navigating Conflicting Information in Title IV Administration first appeared on College Aid Services. f), 34 CFR 668.16(b)(3),

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College Aid Services

AUGUST 21, 2024

Is your office ready for the next compliance audit in our ever-changing financial aid world? Do your internal controls effectively identify areas of non-compliance? Learn how to identify potential areas of concern and implement improvements to enhance compliance.

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College Aid Services

JUNE 18, 2024

FSA has released an electronic announcement to clarify how issues discovered during the 2024-25 FAFSA rollout would be treated in terms of conflicting information and the appropriate steps that Financial Aid offices should take.

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College Aid Services

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The Department of Education has provided important reminders and resources for financial aid offices to ensure that their 22-23 Direct Loan data is submitted by the July 31st deadline.

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College Aid Services

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

FSA has released additional guidance for when and how financial aid offices should reconcile their institution’s federal Pell Grant funding each year; including the the process for internal as well as external reconciliations.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 15, 2024

As schools handle sensitive information, such as family financial records and student data, it’s essential to prioritize cyber awareness and implement strong security measures. This is particularly crucial when it comes to financial aid solutions, which often involve collecting and storing highly sensitive information.

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College Aid Services

JANUARY 9, 2024

The English and Spanish FAFSA Submission Summary are now available online as a training resource for financial aid professionals. To access the documents, click the PDF links at the bottom of the FSA press release below.

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College Aid Services

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

FSA has issued another important reminder to institutions regarding federal requirements for excess cash management, reconciliation, and reporting Title IV aid disbursements. Schools have until December 13, 2024 to make any changes to their financial aid data for Campus-Based programs for the 2023-24 academic year.

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College Aid Services

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Return to Title IV (R2T4) remains a top 10 compliance finding year over year, and one of the most complex processes facing financial aid professionals today.

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IEFA

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Knowing these steps ensures compliance with U.S. Understanding these options and taking timely action ensures compliance with visa regulations. Student Visa Process for International Students: Tips and Requirements appeared first on International Education and Financial Aid Blog. The post How to Navigate the U.S.

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College Aid Services

MAY 29, 2024

The Department of Homeland Security has announced that financial aid administrators will need to review a new tutorial for the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements system (SAVE) in order to submit a request for third-step verification. What should you know about this requirement?

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