Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 24, 2024

Harry Williams The changes in the FAFSA process adds an additional layer of complexity to an already intricate system, creating more hurdles for Black students to access and secure the financial aid that is crucial for their educational journey. Another crucial issue pertains to delays in processing student FASFA applications.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 23, 2023

There’s normal school work and extracurriculars, as well as the various deadlines for applications and financial aid. Yet, it’s important to track the deadlines so that you have the best chance of getting your financial aid application in – and then, the best chance of getting the maximum aid available to you.

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College Aid Services

JUNE 17, 2024

The outage is scheduled to occur from midnight to 11 a.m. Eastern time (ET) on Sunday, June 30, 2024 In addition, users will not have access… More » COD Implementation for 2024-25 Outage Scheduled for June 30th The post COD Implementation for 2024-25 Outage Scheduled for June 30th first appeared on College Aid Services.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Even when the federal government tries to streamline financial aid, things wind up becoming more complicated. Two of these weeks are likely to fall during winter breaks, during which students who don’t have support at home will lose access to guidance counselors and others who could help them. Dr. Gregory S.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 20, 2024

Your student’s ability to regularly monitor their college portal is essential to their application process, especially when it comes to staying updated and informed about financial aid tasks and deadlines. One area where its significance truly shines is in managing financial aid. Schedule your FREE 15 minute call.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 29, 2024

Here’s a comprehensive guide to help students grasp the fundamentals of credit and debt and make informed financial decisions. Credit refers to the ability to borrow money or access goods and services with the promise of repayment at a later date. Get tips on difficult money discussions in my book, Secrets of a Financial Aid Pro.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 15, 2023

Still others, influenced by dangerous myths, are reluctant to attend an open-access institution like a community college. The institutions are open-access, affordable, and conveniently located. Classes are scheduled at times that are convenient for students, and students can attend part-time or full-time. Dr. George R.

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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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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Be Prepared for a Fast Financial Aid Application Cycle It’s a well known fact that the “early bird gets the worm” and as I’ve talked about often on the blog, the earlier you submit your financial aid paperwork, the better chance you have of more funding for college. What Does It Mean for the FAFSA This Year?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 9, 2024

A Soft Launch of This Year’s Financial Aid Application is Causing Frustration For months, parents, students, and financial aid experts alike have been waiting for the 2024-2025 FAFSA to go live. Let’s talk about what’s going on and how this impacts financial aid applications for students nationwide.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Updates to the FAFSA Have Delayed College Financial Aid for Millions The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has undergone some major updates for the 2024-2025 application cycle. Financial aid offices will be working incredibly hard to complete their side of this equation for all of the students.

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College Aid Services

JANUARY 17, 2023

The post Upcoming January NSLDS Enrollment Roster Dissemination first appeared on College Aid Services.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 5, 2024

Now, it’s time to start thinking about college admissions and financial aid. This may be something that your family has on file, so make sure to let your parents know you’ll need easy access to it. The sooner you complete the FAFSA, the more financial aid you’ll be eligible for. re your application.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

For example, career counseling, financial aid, and other support services may be unavailable via virtual appointment or only open during traditional business hours—making them difficult for working professionals, parents, and others to access.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas, partners with over 62 high schools across the state, facilitating college access for Latino, rural, and other marginalized communities. It enrolls roughly 43% first-generation Latino students. The dashboard is available through the Office of Student Success.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The overall enrollment nationwide at Title IV institutions (schools that process federal financial aid) is 8% Hispanic males and 5% Black males. We’re focusing on mental health for our scholars,” says Jean, adding that over 300 high school students are scheduled to attend.

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Counselors' Corner

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

We schedule Paying for College programs in November (they’re no longer called Financial Aid Nights because that title has a stigma), and a November rollout allows many early college applicants to get their financial aid information before Christmas, when many families have common time off, and can discuss weighty matters like this.

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College Planners of America

JANUARY 3, 2024

You can complete the form to apply for financial aid to help pay for attendance at college between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025. If your form is unavailable when you or your family members try to access it, please try again later. You will have plenty of time to complete the FAFSA form. This is the best-case scenario.

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Civitas Learning

JUNE 13, 2024

To achieve these goals, it was imperative to improve access to student information and facilitate seamless communication and collaboration between teams – specifically faculty and staff who faced challenges sharing student information. The Strategic Enrollment Team needed a solution to streamline efforts and improve access to advisors.

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Student Loan Hero

DECEMBER 22, 2022

If you apply early, not only will you meet all the various FAFSA deadlines, but you might also get more financial aid for college. 3 dates to know Since some financial aid is doled out on a first-come, first-served basis, it’s a good idea to submit the FAFSA as soon as you can. Here are the details you should know about….

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The University Innovation Alliance

JANUARY 26, 2023

Lab members get the chance to collaborate with higher ed leaders and practitioners nationwide, and access playbooks, trainings, and tools that will help them become more effective change agents on their campus. You can join our waitlist here or schedule a 15-minute one-on-one with us to learn more. Sound like you?

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College Planners of America

JANUARY 8, 2024

Fake employment offers: An online or print ad may describe a job that is a great fit for a student’s schedule and pays well. But when students contact the “employer,” they are asked to pay a fee or to provide personal or financial information to complete the job application process. Create a new FSA account and password.

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Scholly

APRIL 22, 2022

And this post is gonna walk you through each one so you can access your scholarship funds and get back to celebrating (or applying for more scholarships) as quickly as possible! . Proof of enrollment (acceptance letter, enrollment statement, or your class schedule). . How do you make sure the money goes to the right place? .

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EAB

AUGUST 21, 2023

92% of respondents either did not have access to or were unaware of on-campus child care options. Here are some key findings: Teen parents juggle multiple responsibilities. 75% of respondents provide 30+ hours of care for their child/ren each week while attending school. Child care options are limited.

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Student Research Foundation

AUGUST 7, 2024

On top of college lists and essays, there are also standardized tests, activities lists, and financial aid applications to tack onto your college application checklist. You’ll likely want to make a schedule to keep track of various deadlines, prioritizing early deadlines if you choose to apply Early Decision or Early Action.

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The Advisor That Cares

OCTOBER 30, 2022

30-minute weekly advisor check-ins to discuss and brainstorm for solution-oriented collaborative groups from across campus support (admissions, financial aid, IT, records) that provide solution-based improvement ideas as front-line interaction experts. Innovation = Care. Put simply, care. Care about policies.

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Civitas Learning

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Academic advisors and career educators are now better equipped to access students’ graduation and professional development plans from one platform, allowing for more informed and holistic discussions with students. UC has developed a powerful set of initiatives that embraces its identity, history, and campus culture.

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The Advisor That Cares

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Likert survey assessments to gauge students understanding of resources, services, access, links to advising campaigns and support service referrals throughout assessment utilizing advising system. These can be scheduled meetings, video messages, or emails.

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EAB

OCTOBER 24, 2023

They also advise leaders to ensure they offer adult students maximum flexibility in course modalities and to highlight scholarship and financial aid opportunities that will make returning to college more affordable. But let's dig in a little bit further and take a closer look at financial aid and cost. BD: Thanks, Todd.

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EAB

JANUARY 26, 2023

Some states, like Washington, California, and Illinois, have implemented policies that require public colleges to assist students with access to basic needs. Thus, community colleges need to invest in basic needs to stabilize enrollment. This could be a trend that continues in other states. Let us know here. Please enter a message.

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The Advisor That Cares

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

Answers/scores can launch informative videos, initiate a referral to support services (Careers, Accessibility Resource Center, advising appointments, financial aid/scholarships status updates and direct inquires), targeted outreach, and follow up from stakeholders to explain options and impacts and/or advising/coaching campaign links.

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COE

JANUARY 8, 2024

The series schedule is as follows: Better FAFSA Release – Part 1: FAFSA Walk-Through and Support Members participate for free and gain insights into the Better FAFSA release. .” This series will provide essential tools, critical updates, and answers to your TRIO-specific questions. Register here. Date: Tuesday, March 5 Time: 1:00 p.m.

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COE

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Schedule a demo empower ’ s individual student services tracking goes beyond grades and testing, providing insights into financial aid, application status, and other crucial data. Schedule a demo with the knowledgeable staff at COE, gain the knowledge, and let empower transform your program.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Maximize Your Financial Aid By Understanding the New Student Aid Index One of the biggest updates to the FAFSA is the introduction of the Student Aid Index (SAI). The Student Aid Index is replacing the Expected Family Contribution, which was the amount a family would have to pay out-of-pocket for college expenses.

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Eric Stoller on Academic Advising

DECEMBER 13, 2016

From the days of old when punch cards held reams of research to the present day when information is stored in data-rich, mobile accessible clouds, the student experience is directly connected to an institution’s technology. In higher education, our use of technology has always run in step with the world around us. Social Media.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Like many community colleges, you face some cross-campus communication issues, maybe had limited access to faculty during the summer and were attempted to generate more buy-in. We're an HSI, 76% of our student body is part-time, 33% are Hispanic, 57% are female, 83% are on financial aid, 59% are first gen.

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EAB

AUGUST 8, 2023

Their discussion is focused primarily on the school’s use of fly-in programs and all-access weekends in which prospective students and their parents are invited (all expenses paid) to travel to the campus to explore, meet staff and students, and participate in fun group activities. So, with that is our All-Access Weekend Fly-in program.

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