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Cardona Calls for FSA Changes, But Experts Say the Damage is Done

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Trust needs to be rebuilt between the FSA, institutions, families and students they serve, said Jill Desjean, director of policy analysis at the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA).

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Senators Concerned About FAFSA Form Error Harming Students in Mixed-Status Families

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

We are concerned that without clear direction from the Department, these students will miss out on opportunities and not be able to finance their higher education,” wrote the Senators.

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NADOHE Panel: Colleges Must Prepare for Affirmative Action Verdicts Now

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

I think we position ourselves better if we do a better job telling our story about the power, the force, the impact of student diversity, including racial and ethnic diversity, for the betterment of all students,” said Coleman. Colleges and universities also need to prepare communications strategies for a range of possible decisions.

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Data-Informed College Decisions: Students Deserve Clear, Consistent, and Complete Financial Aid Offers

IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

The following year, New America and uAspire published a similar study [2] about award letters from 515 institutions and found a lack of clear and consistent communication, including confusing terminology and awards that are not clearly defined or differentiated. Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid office. 2] [link].

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Enhancing Family Experiences Through Financial Aid: Solutions and Strategies for Private K-12 Schools

School & Student Services by Community Brands

The research includes interviews with financial aid staff and parents; reveals key insights about inclusion, stigma, and financial challenges; and offers actionable insights to improve relationships. How do private schools determine and communicate which costs are included in tuition and which are not?

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Regular Decision: Your Best Option for Comparing Financial Aid Offers to Pay for College

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

You Have More Time to Make Financial Adjustments If your family’s financial situation changes after applying, Regular Decision allows more flexibility to address those changes. Additionally, if your financial aid package isn’t sufficient, you’ll have more time to appeal or negotiate for additional funding. #4.

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Will FAFSA Simplification Make Life Easier for Colleges and Applicants?

EAB

EAB’s Kathy Ruby and Madeleine Rhyneer explore changes to FAFSA forms themselves and to how the federal government calculates eligibility for student financial aid. They highlight winners and losers under the new federal formula and examine how the changes may impact different types of institutions.

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