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Michigan Expands Tuition-Free Community Scholarship Program to Adults Ages 21-24 Without Degrees

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The state of Michigan is expanding a program that provides a tuition-free community scholarship to adults ages 21-24 who have not yet earned college degrees, FOX 2 reported. This expansion will help us reach our Sixty by 30 goal—to have 60% of adults earn a postsecondary education or training by 2030—and build on our economic momentum.

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Bucks County Community College to Receive $200,000 from Longtime Donors for 100 Scholarships

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Bucks County Community College will receive $200,000 to create 100 scholarships for students, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported. Those interested must apply for admission to the school and complete a FAFSA application for financial aid. Students will be funded for two years, time necessary to earn an associate’s degree.

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High School Families Should Start Planning Scholarships Now

College Aid Consulting Services

High school families should start planning for 2023 and 2024 scholarships now. Juniors should start applying for outside scholarships immediately. We know many students don’t even think about applying for these scholarships until they are into their senior year. Big mistake! Planning ahead will make a big positive difference.

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The Impact of the FAFSA Fiasco on Students

College Planners of America

Due to the disastrous rollout of the new FAFSA, most new and continuing students still don’t know how much college will cost them next year. FAFSA submissions have declined as a result, but not equally across all demographics. However, he hasn’t been able to submit a FASFA yet.

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Navigating Financial Aid at the 20 Most Searched Colleges and Universities

College Aid Consulting Services

With the rising cost of higher education, many students and their families are concerned about affordability. Financial aid here is comprehensive, offering scholarships, grants, and work-study opportunities. Financial aid often includes merit-based scholarships for high-achieving students.

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Policy Update: “Better FAFSA” Opens in December 2023

Scholarship America

While the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) typically opens for applications on October 1, the application for the 2024-25 school year has been delayed until sometime in December—a delay that could have ripple effects on students, families and scholarship programs. Why is the FAFSA late?

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2023/2024 FAFSA Deadlines Parents Need to Know

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The 2023-2024 FAFSA® deadlines parents need to know. FAFSA applications started on October 1, 2022. The sooner you file your FAFSA the better your chances of maximizing your financial aid. Students should be prepared to file their 2023-2024 FAFSA on October 1st, 2022. State FAFSA Deadlines FAFSA deadlines vary by state.

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