Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 20, 2023

Higher education is one of the most powerful assets our state has to uplift families, support businesses, and create prosperity. A credential earned after high school changes an individual’s career trajectory and typically leads to higher wages and more stable employment. And it is not just about a job.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Manny Rodriguez His job entails research and collaboration with other education groups, state legislators, and education officials in accordance with TICAS’s mission to increase college access, affordability, and success through improvements in student financial aid policies.

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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.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Letherio Zeigler Letherio Zeigler has been named financial aid director at Savannah Technical College in Georgia. He served as director of student financial aid at Mississippi Valley State University.

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College Aid Services

MARCH 25, 2025

Melanie Storey has been named the new President & CEO of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA), effective May 1, 2025. Her appointment ends a nine-month search after former President Justin Draeger resigned in June of 2024.

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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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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 13, 2024

Dr. Wil Del Pilar, senior vice president at The Education Trust, an advocacy organization working for educational equity, agreed.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Although the data represents only about 20% of non-profit colleges and universities, those institutions own about 99% of the endowment wealth in higher education, according to calculations by Dr. Sarah M. Kimball, professor emeritus of educational studies at the Ohio State University. Dr. Bruce A.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Art Coleman, co-founder of EducationCounsel Coleman was presenting as part of a webinar organized by the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education, part of a series about the cases that could fundamentally re-align their work.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 20, 2022

According to the school, student financial aid will not be affected. . While we are disappointed with the decision made by the SASCOC Board, we are not discouraged; the entire SAU community has renewed our commitment to fulfill our vision and stay the course to complete our mission.”

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

With nearly 30 years of experience in financial aid and enrollment management, Slaughter has previously held positions as director of financial aid at DePauw University, the University of Redlands and Indiana University School of Music.

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College Aid Services

MARCH 17, 2025

Federal Student Aid has announced that CaseTeams@ed.gov will now serve as a centralized mailbox to address issues regarding the completion of the Application for Approval to Participate in the Federal Student Financial Aid Programs (E-App) and general school eligibility inquiries.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 9, 2024

This is especially beneficial for low-income students who rely heavily on Pell Grants to fund their education. With adjustments to the income thresholds and the elimination of some outdated criteria, more students will receive the full Pell Grant award. Hopefully this makes higher education more affordable!

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

MAY 31, 2019

On April 23, 40 organizations signed onto a letter supporting the “Understanding the True Cost of College Act,” [4] praising it as a necessary step in ensuring students have the information they need to determine the school that’s best for them. Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid office. 2] [link]. [3]

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Higher education becomes even more expensive when students receive their financial aid offers – and theyre smaller than everyone hoped. Heres 6 things you can do when your college financial aid falls short of expectations: 1. Its no secret that college is expensive.

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IEFA

JANUARY 7, 2025

This article explores these sources of university funding to help students understand how they can sustain their educational pursuits and receive financial aid. Financial aid for students Financial aid bridges the gap between what students can afford and the actual cost of education.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

For students heading to college, there is an immense pressure that comes with managing academic responsibilities and trying to determine how to pay for school. For many, financial aid is crucial to making higher education accessible.

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College Aid Services

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The 2025-26 Federal School Code (FSC) List of Participating Schools is now available as an online document and an integrated search function for applicants navigating the fafsa.gov website.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 14, 2025

One of the biggest questions students and families face is how to pay for higher education. The good news is that financial aid is available to help make college more affordable. Heres a guide to understanding financial aid and what you can do now to prepare for the future.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 31, 2024

With a greater understanding of these questions, schools are better able to devise financial aid policies and determine financial aid solutions that foster greater enrollment and strengthen the bonds of their communities. Prioritizing students.

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NACAC's Admitted

OCTOBER 10, 2023

However, the rising costs of college are increasingly out of reach for many students. Financial aid discussions have centered on simplifying FAFSA and increasing federal Pell Grants – all important – but federal student aid policies are only one funding source for families trying to determine how to pay for college.

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College Aid Services

APRIL 25, 2024

After fourteen years of commendable leadership, Justin Draeger has announced his resignation as President & CEO of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA), effective June 21, 2024.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 20, 2024

Financial Aid for College The college portal is like a digital command center, providing access to essential resources, announcements, and updates pertinent to your student’s academic journey. One area where its significance truly shines is in managing financial aid.

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College Aid Services

JULY 26, 2024

The 2024-25 Federal School Code (FSC) List of Participating Schools is now available as an online document and an integrated search function for applicants navigating the fafsa.gov website.

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College Aid Services

APRIL 18, 2024

Federal Student Aid has announced the publication of Volume 3 of the 2024-2025 Federal Student Aid Handbook which discusses the academic calendar, payment period, and disbursement requirements for awarding aid under the Title IV student financial aid programs, determining a student’s cost of attendance, and packaging Title IV aid.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 14, 2024

This form is one of the most important for students and families to file, if not the most important form to be completed. The FAFSA is the way that students qualify for federal grants, loans, and work-study opportunities. All of these programs are designed to make higher education more accessible.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 7, 2024

As college tuition costs continue to rise, the search for scholarships becomes increasingly crucial for students and their families. Whether you’re a high school student preparing for college or already navigating your way through higher education, the pursuit of scholarships should never be underestimated.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JUNE 24, 2024

Borrowing student loans is a significant financial decision that can have long-lasting implications on your student’s future. While loans can help make higher education more accessible, it’s crucial to approach borrowing with careful consideration and awareness.

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Blackboard Blog

MARCH 21, 2022

The past few years have seen a complete shift in not only the delivery of higher education courses, but also student services. This has been notably hard for students, as well as faculty and staff members. Smart use of data offers the opportunity to personalize your support services for each student.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

February is one of my favorite months of the year because it’s National Financial Aid Awareness Month. Throughout this month, all of us in the higher education community make an extra effort to provide even more information about how to use and access financial aid for college.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Proactively inform students nearing graduation about what to expect, as well as available on-campus resources as they navigate loan repayment plans For some students, federal student loan payments may have been paused for the entirety of their higher education career thus far.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 6, 2024

As the gateway to federal financial aid for college, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a crucial step for students and their families in securing funding for higher education. This year, in particular, has presented many students for families seeking aid for college.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 16, 2024

With a greater understanding of these questions, schools are better able to devise financial aid policies and determine financial aid solutions that foster greater enrollment and strengthen the bonds of their communities. Prioritizing students.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JUNE 3, 2024

. #9: Take Advantage of Employee Benefits: If your student is currently employed, check if their employer offers tuition reimbursement or educational assistance programs. Some companies provide financial assistance for employees pursuing higher education relevant to their job or career advancement. #10:

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 6, 2025

Her research focuses on the way that education policy affects and shapes the access and success of minoritized students in higher education. She primarily investigates student financial aid/finance, admissions policies, and policies that influence the ability to create an inclusive & equitable campus climate.

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IEFA

AUGUST 6, 2022

For example, many study abroad scholarships are available to minority or disadvantaged students who might not otherwise have the opportunity to pursue higher education. There are a number of scholarships and grants available to help students cover the costs of studying abroad.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

As the COVID-19 pandemic dawned in Spring 2020, the federal government granted institutions of higher education a series of waivers and flexibilities that allowed them to continue functioning under radically different conditions. They’ll have to refamiliarize themselves with the ‘normal-normal,’ as opposed to the ‘new normal.’”

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