Active Minds

JUNE 25, 2024

From graduate and job applications, taking exams, or even rejection from a friend or in a romantic relationship. This could be something as simple as making a new study schedule, going to your professors’ office hours more consistently, or applying again the next application cycle equipped with the information that you know now.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 26, 2024

How many institutions are aware or have acted on this information? Rather than prioritizing dual enrollment students, who already have a relationship with the college, foundations continue to focus on reviewing scholarship applications from students who are already students enrolled on campus, full-time.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 3, 2024

The delays have since added to budget drafting challenges due to enrollment unpredictability, potential errors in the amount of financial aid awarded to students, and institutions falling behind schedule with limited time and resources to catch up. Through a critical grant of $1.1

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The FAFSA Simplification Act, scheduled to go into effect this year, will cut the number of questions on the notoriously difficult application for federal aid—which is also used in calculations for state and institutional awards—from 108 to 36 for most students. The consequences for students and their families could be serious.

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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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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Keeping track of the students’ academic progress will provide the postsecondary institutions with adequate information to make offers of direct admissions at the appropriate time, where acceptance and a guaranteed spot is extended even before an application is submitted. Concerned alumni groups.

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Missouri State Academic Advising and Transfer Cent

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

More information will be coming soon! Stephanie Brown, executive director of orientation and transition programs at the University of North Texas, shares information on what the “Eagle for a Day” program looks like, as well as application and enrollment rates for students who participate in the program.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Once you complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), you’ll receive a SAR or Student Aid Report. This document summarizes the information you submitted on your FAFSA. You’ll provide information about your family’s income, assets, and other financial details. What Is SAR?

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College Aid Consulting Services

JULY 28, 2023

But no worries, College Aid Consulting Services is here to offer you some tried-and-true tips for reducing stress during the application process. Take the time to research each school and make an informed decision. This can help you narrow down your list of schools and make your application process less stressful.

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Counselors' Corner

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

While AI has long been an integral part of the selection process for many colleges, the ability to use AI in application essays is leading to significant discussions of its impact on student essays in the application process. by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. This is where AI could move counselor letters forward.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 27, 2024

Complete the FAFSA : Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible. The information provided in the FAFSA determines eligibility for various types of aid, so don’t delay. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college.

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Counselors' Corner

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Several colleges with large applicant pools have released their first rounds of admissions decisions, and, predictably, these decisions have been met with a number of people howling at the moon, shouting at the rain, or simply scratching their heads. by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. Deferrals aren’t always based on tangible factors.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

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. This month (and always), I want to share helpful information about paying for college. The sooner you complete the FAFSA, the more aid you could be eligible for.

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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. As soon as the application opens, be prepared to submit your paperwork.

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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. The FAFSA serves as the primary application for federal student aid programs, including grants, loans, and work-study opportunities.

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NACAC's Admitted

APRIL 16, 2023

It is getting closer to the fall semester and your application numbers are below last year’s count. adding in some weekend hours, increasing marketing, and scheduling more in-person and virtual open houses are some of the usual approaches. Promote (and support) flexible course schedules.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 1, 2024

Many scholarships are available to students starting from middle school through graduate studies, each with unique eligibility criteria and application deadlines. Prepare Strong Applications: Scholarship applications often require essays, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Almost every financial aid application or letter will have at least one of these acronyms so it’s important to start recognizing them. FAFSA Submission Summary The FAFSA Submission Summary is a summary of the information provided when you complete the FAFSA. Simple as that!

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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. Please give the financial aid staff members grace and patience, as no one really knows what to expect with this application cycle.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Regular Communication and Updates Personalized Check-Ins: Schedule regular check-ins with financial aid recipients and their families to monitor their progress and address any questions or concerns. Financial Aid Updates: Keep families informed about any changes in financial aid policies , deadlines, or requirements.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Why You Should Respond to Financial Aid Verification Requests Quickly Throughout the college admissions and financial aid application season, one of the most worrying emails you can receive is a request for more information. This does not mean that your student’s application has any issues.

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Counselors' Corner

MAY 10, 2023

Add your contact information, and you’re off to a good start. Getting students on job sites, bringing employers into the school, lessons on hot national and regional jobs and soft skills, and a comprehensive aptitude test (by end of tenth grade, so students can plan schedules) are the minimums here— here’s a nice overview to guide you.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Excelencia in Education works to advance Latino student success in higher education by promoting Latino student achievement, conducting analysis to inform educational policies and advancing institutional practices. It enrolls roughly 43% first-generation Latino students. Morishita, interim president at CSULA.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

There’s an application process and forms you need to file to pay for your college education. Before you begin applications this fall as a high school junior, there’s a few things you should know! The application for the 2025-2026 cycle should be online October 1, 2024. The early bird gets the money!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 3, 2023

This has been the biggest update in 40 years for the FAFSA and we’re all ready to see what the new application looks like. Here’s what we do know about the updated FAFSA and your student’s college financial aid process so far: Applicants will be able to pull data from their tax returns. You’d be surprised what’s available!

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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. The Education Department opened the FAFSA this month – in a soft launch that’s causing confusion and frustration for applicants.

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Student Research Foundation

AUGUST 7, 2024

College admissions counseling is on the rise , meaning more students and families are turning to specialized advisors to guide them through the college application process. You can find countless college application help services, all offering various services at different price points.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The FAFSA: Your First Step to Financial Aid The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is your starting point. It’s calculated based on financial information provided in the FAFSA or CSS Profile and helps determine your eligibility for need-based aid. So, let’s decode the terms on the key forms and get you ready to go!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 11, 2023

How the FAFSA is Making Financial Aid More Accessible to Families Nationwide In the last year and a half, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid – or FAFSA – has undergone major changes to make the application easier to complete for students nationwide. Some scholarships may even require the form to be completed.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Part of the financial aid process is gathering information about the parent or guardian’s financial situation. If you’re a non-custodial parent, here’s what’s required to complete the CSS Profile: Start the CSS Profile by navigating to cssprofile.org , select the appropriate application award year, click sign-up, and create an account.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

EAB attended the 2023 NACADA conference this fall and listened as attendees explored these topics along with supporting specific student populations, AI applications in advising, and the future of advising. There are six themes that emerged.

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Counselors' Corner

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Dear US Department of Education: Thank you for taking action on the long-standing request from students, parents, colleges, and counselors for updating the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The application processes are daunting. Instead, new student orientation, advising, and other supports are focused on assessing whether students need remediation, introducing students to the college, and helping them schedule their first-term courses. Many community college students have Petty’s experience.

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EAB

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The director will provide supervision and mentorship for the academic technology team and partnership with others in information technology services as we support faculty members in their ability to leverage technologies and their experience of the Carleton classroom environment. Schedule a discussion. More on hiring and recruiting.

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College Planners of America

JANUARY 25, 2023

The TPD Discharge Process Before a Federal student loan can be discharged or a TEACH Grant service obligation terminated, the disabled former student must provide information to the U.S. The ED will review the information to determine if the individual is eligible for forgiveness. or osteopathic physician (D.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Get more information For more on recruiting adult student populations, including graduate students, subscribe to the Professional and Adult Education Blog. Given this cost-consciousness, it’s critical that leaders of adult-serving programs clearly communicate information about tuition, fees, and financial aid and scholarship opportunities.

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College Planners of America

APRIL 5, 2024

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the means by which students obtain their fair share of the billions of dollars in Federal, state, and college financial aid to help defray the cost of college. They then can send Award Letters to admittees with all pertinent financial aid information.

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