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Olin College President Steps Down Amid Financial Strain, Latest in String of Higher Ed Leadership Exits

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

During her tenure, she championed diversity initiatives for both faculty and students, working to address historical representation gaps at the college. However, financial difficulties continued to plague the institution under her leadership.

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How to Make College More Affordable: Why Early Financial Aid Planning Matters

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Lets talk about why early financial aid planning is so important to your college journey! While thats true, the earlier you start thinking about financial aid, the more options and opportunities you’ll have. Plus, financial aid doesnt just help pay for tuitionit can cover things like books, housing, and meal plans.

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The Essential Guide to Financial Aid for High School Juniors

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

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. What is Financial Aid?

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From Junior to Senior Year: Your College Financial Aid Prep Starts Now

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

But before you get too caught up in the excitement of graduation, lets talk about something thats just as important: college financial aid. If you think financial aid prep starts in the fall of senior year, think again! Its never too early to start getting ready for college financial aid applications.

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College Revives Standardized Test Requirement

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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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Dr. Kim Cassidy to Step Down as President of Bryn Mawr College in 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

An expert in psychology, she will return to being faculty in fall 2026 after a two-year sabbatical. During her tenure, Cassidy eliminated loans as part of the financial aid package for students with family incomes below $60,000; reduced loans for others; and led a $301 million fundraising campaign.

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Bill to Consider Student Parent Finances Progresses in California State Legislature

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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. “AB