Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 8, 2024

The profile of the average community college student is changing. While two-year institutions still have significant populations of adult students and people desirous of enhancing their career options, there is a growing number of first-time college students, age 18 to 22, that are seeking a traditional college experience.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2025

According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), the number of students attending private K-12 schools has increased by 7% over the last decade, with more than 4.7 million students currently enrolled. Thats where the Financial Aid Assistant (FAA) program by School and Student Services (SSS) comes in.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Understanding the Need for Financial Aid By offering opportunities for financial aid throughout the admissions process , private schools open doors for deserving students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Simplified Application: Streamline the financial aid application process to minimize the burden on families.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JANUARY 23, 2025

SSS from VenturEd Solutions Revolutionizes Financial Aid Application Processing with Industry-Leading IRS Integration powered by TaxStatus New partnership with TaxStatus powers simplified and rapid verification of family tax information within a unified admissions, enrollment, and student lifecycle solution.

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Blackboard Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2015

We already know the benefits of investing in a one-stop student services solution –you will improve consistency of service and answers, improve the student experience, and better utilize overburdened staff. Many institutions implement one-stops to increase low student satisfaction levels.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 20, 2023

One benefit the PFS offers families is that they can fill out one PFS for multiple students from the same household for one fee rather than filling out the same information on multiple forms. Tip: SSS offers a complete resource library for families beginning the application process.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 11, 2025

A well-structured financial aid program attracts and retains mission-driven students and families while maintaining a balance between affordability and tuition revenue. Application deadlines to encourage timely submissions. Award determination guidelines to ensure fairness and consistency.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JANUARY 31, 2025

This underscores the value of the recently announced integration between TaxStatus and VenturEd Solutions which transforms how private schools assess and process financial aid applications. These measures ensure that schools can leverage this powerful tool without compromising the security or privacy of applicants.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 18, 2025

Learn more about financial aid applications. Simplify the Application Process Complex application procedures can discourage families from completing the financial aid process. Learn how using School and Student Services (SSS) powered by TaxStatus can power your schools financial aid success.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JANUARY 17, 2025

Schools can ensure their financial aid policies, application processes, and available resources are clearly outlined on their websites, brochures, and admissions materials. Remember to showcase testimonials from current students or alumni who would not have been able to attend without financial assistance. Connect with us here.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Secondarily, schools are seeing an influx of applications from families looking for tuition assistance. While financial aid is essential for keeping private schools diverse and accessible, the administrative workload that comes with processing all these applications can quickly become overwhelming. The good news?

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

APRIL 4, 2025

I can remember the countless hours I spent sorting through tax documentation, applications, and spreadsheets I maintained on my own, Dodson shared. For families juggling work, parenting, and often multiple school applications, the time saved is invaluable. Benson closed with a look toward the future: This is just the beginning.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 12, 2025

This enhancement reduces application barriers for families and enables schools to make timely financial aid decisions without relying on manual or outdated methods. About VenturEd Solutions: VenturEd Solutions is a leading solution provider exclusively dedicated to powering the success of K-12 schools, students, and families.

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Counselors' Corner

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Five years ago, I had the privilege of working with two dozen very committed, student-centered college enrollment officers, to offer this advice to high school seniors, and to students about to begin their college experience. To those students applying to college this fall, we say to you -- we hear you, and we are here to help.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

million K-12 students enrolled in private institutions as of fall 2021. Private and independent K12 schools work to strategically allocate financial aid to maintain enrollment, foster diversity, and support students who need assistance the most. Demographic Trends How has the financial aid program influenced student diversity?

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EAB

MARCH 10, 2023

Press Release EAB’s Navigate Platform Now Supports Student Recruitment and Retention EAB expands Navigate’s CRM capabilities to engage prospective students March 10, 2023 Tempe, Arizona (March 10, 2023) — EAB announced today an extension of its flagship student success technology, Navigate , to help colleges engage and enroll prospective students.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Appily combines EAB’s suite of student services into a one-stop destination where visitors can discover colleges, take virtual tours, find scholarships, explore majors, and match with schools. The Appily site is free for students. For more information on Appily and its features, please visit appily.com.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 25, 2025

The workload can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with hundreds or even thousands of applicants. Moreover, a standardized methodology makes it easier to compare applicants and allocate aid where it is most needed. Schools must also consider the broader experience of students receiving aid.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 5, 2025

Discussions on fostering diversity, equity, and belonging emphasized the importance of inclusive school communities and the impact of policy decisions on student success. Thats where School and Student Services (SSS) comes in.

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NACAC's Admitted

JULY 22, 2024

We defined selective colleges and universities as those that admitted fewer than half of applicants over three consecutive years, on average. Even if colleges were test-optional for all applicants, we sometimes found language on college websites indicating that test scores were strongly encouraged or recommended.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 14, 2025

This exclusive event brought together financial aid directors, heads of schools, admissions and enrollment directors to celebrate a groundbreaking partnership between TaxStatus and School and Student Services (SSS)a collaboration transforming financial aid processing for private K-12 schools across the country.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

AUGUST 9, 2024

The United States has long been a desirable destination for international students seeking world-class education. In recent years, there’s been a notable surge in the number of international students applying to US-based private schools. Financial aid plays a crucial role in making these schools accessible to a wider range of students.

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Civitas Learning

APRIL 11, 2023

The vision of the Civitas Learning Student Impact Platform is to drive equitable, optimal student outcomes through better decision-making and collaborative student support systems. This year, we’re investing in several new modules which lay out the strategic application of the Civitas Learning platform.

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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. Numerous campus administrators and staff members are concerned and offer plenty of potential ideas to reach more students. For each semester a former student is not enrolled, are they enrolled at another local school or just working?

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EAB

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

In partnership with ASU faculty, Dreamscape Learn created an immersive, interactive environment called The Alien Zoo , in which students discover that a rare alien species is suffering from a new, undiagnosed ailment and must work to identify its origin and find a way to cure the suffering population. and “how can I use this?” on their own.

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EAB

JANUARY 26, 2023

These six trends will have long-term impacts on how community colleges interact with students and getting ahead of them now will position you for success in the future. Applying to more colleges: In 2021, the average number of college applications submitted by new college freshmen rose to 7 from 6 applications the year before.

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Scholarship America

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Applications, admissions, financial aid and scholarships all have their own deadlines – and they happen while you’re also trying to balance your regular schoolwork, your job, your family and your social life. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) : It all starts here. Facing Challenges of Student Life.

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Scholarship America

MARCH 9, 2023

Applications, admissions, financial aid and scholarships all have their own deadlines – and they happen while you’re also trying to balance your regular schoolwork, your job, your family and your social life. Accessing Money for College Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) : It all starts here.

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Blackboard Blog

MAY 20, 2020

This has impacted how students are supported, how they get their information, and how they make decisions about their future education. Now we’re sharing the steps we took as Blackboard Student Services to prepare to support our staff and partners immediately and plans to continue support in the longer term.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JUNE 20, 2024

Did you know the Financial Aid Assistant (FAA) program by School and Student Services (SSS) helps remove obstacles, complete efficient reviews, and support families during the financial aid process? The financial aid season approaches, and your inbox overflows with applications.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 15, 2024

As schools handle sensitive information, such as family financial records and student data, it’s essential to prioritize cyber awareness and implement strong security measures. Student data: Including names, addresses, birthdates, and Social Security numbers.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

MARCH 12, 2024

Full- F eature Dashboard : Imagine a world where applications, data, and insights all live harmoniously in one user-friendly dashboard. Expert Support for Families and Schools : Your financial aid solution should be able to manage even the most intricate applications. And if they do get stuck?

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Blogs Your student loan payments are due: 3 strategies to support community college students’ financial wellness When I think back to my time in college, student loans were something that nearly everyone had, but not something any of us fully understood. Financial hardship is the #1 reason students stop out.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JUNE 11, 2022

You can even increase the lifetime value of your students. At School and Student Services, we understand how important it is to keep your financial aid folders clean, and we offer a K-12 Select Software Suite that can help. Scholarship application essays. How to Clean Up Your Financial Aid Folders. Save Backups.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The National Association of Independent Schools found over the course of the 2022-23 school year that 43 percent of students at boarding schools received financial aid , and at day schools that number was 24 percent. How do costs of attendance influence student and family experiences of belonging or marginalization? Removing stigma.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JUNE 5, 2024

A diverse student body enriches the learning experience for everyone. Students from different backgrounds bring unique perspectives and experiences to the classroom, fostering a richer learning environment that benefits all. Application volume: Consider the number of financial aid applications you receive annually.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 3, 2024

A strong financial aid program is essential for attracting and retaining top students. As of August 2024, just over 25% of private school students receive some form of aid from their schools, with packages averaging around $20,912 per year. Bilingual support helps increase the diversity of the student body.

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