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Potential Processing Delays for Financial Aid Due to Calculation Error

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 25, 2024

Education Department (ED) said it has discovered a calculation error in student financial aid applications sent to colleges this month and will need to reprocess them, potentially continuing delays for college applications.

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No Increased Funding Proposed for New Jersey Community Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 17, 2024

Aaron Fichtner Educators, college administrators and students say the governor’s proposed FY25 budget reduction — flat funding from FY24 — could negatively affect students and the higher education community.

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Higher Ed Organization Leaders to Form Task Force to Address Financial Aid Confusion

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Ted Mitchell Higher ed institutions often use different terminology and guidelines when providing financial aid information. The “Paying for College Transparency Initiative” seeks to improve clarity, accuracy, and consistency of student financial aid offers.

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

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 3, 2024

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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Bill to Consider Student Parent Finances Progresses in California State Legislature

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 19, 2024

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.

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LETHERIO ZEIGLER

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Letherio Zeigler Letherio Zeigler has been named financial aid director at Savannah Technical College in Georgia. He served as director of student financial aid at Mississippi Valley State University.

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

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 7, 2024

Senators Alex Padilla of California and Bernie Sanders of Vermont in a letter to Education Secretary Dr. Miguel A. Padilla and Sanders, who is also chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, led 24 Senators in urging U.S.

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2025-26 Federal School Code List Released: How to Access and Update

College Aid Services

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The 2025-26 Federal School Code (FSC) List of Participating Schools is now available as an online document and an integrated search function for applicants navigating the fafsa.gov website.

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St. Augustine's University Placed on Probation

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 20, 2022

According to the school, student financial aid will not be affected. . While we are disappointed with the decision made by the SASCOC Board, we are not discouraged; the entire SAU community has renewed our commitment to fulfill our vision and stay the course to complete our mission.”

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How Project 2025’s War on Higher Education Diversity Threatens Our Global Competitiveness

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 25, 2024

If implemented, its recommendations would likely lead to significant cuts in funding for programs designed to support underrepresented students, including recruitment and retention programs for minority students, financial aid for low-income students, and support services for first-generation college students.

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Higher Ed Institutions Garner $58B Through Philanthropy in FY23

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The survey found that much of the endowed support was targeted by donors to fund student financial aid, academic divisions, and faculty and staff compensation. That is more than double these gifts’ weight in 2022, when seven such contributions accounted for 1.8% of the total.

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Advocating Policy, Better Than Before

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Manny Rodriguez His job entails research and collaboration with other education groups, state legislators, and education officials in accordance with TICAS’s mission to increase college access, affordability, and success through improvements in student financial aid policies.

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2024-25 Federal School Code List Released: How to Access and Update

College Aid Services

JULY 26, 2024

The 2024-25 Federal School Code (FSC) List of Participating Schools is now available as an online document and an integrated search function for applicants navigating the fafsa.gov website.

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Learnings from SASFAA’s 2023 Annual Conference

College Aid Services

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

The Southern Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (SASFAA) held their annual conference in Chattanooga from February 11th – 15th. As SASFAA paved the way for 60 years and will continue to do so for many years to come, the latest information and interesting insights were great to leave with.

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Justin Draeger, NASFAA President & CEO, Announces Resignation

College Aid Services

APRIL 25, 2024

After fourteen years of commendable leadership, Justin Draeger has announced his resignation as President & CEO of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA), effective June 21, 2024.

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Now Available: Volume 3 of the 2024-25 Federal Student Aid Handbook

College Aid Services

APRIL 18, 2024

Federal Student Aid has announced the publication of Volume 3 of the 2024-2025 Federal Student Aid Handbook which discusses the academic calendar, payment period, and disbursement requirements for awarding aid under the Title IV student financial aid programs, determining a student’s cost of attendance, and packaging Title IV aid.

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What You Need to Know Before Starting Your FAFSA Journey

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 28, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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Minoritized, First-Gen Students Most at Risk from FAFSA Delays

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 13, 2024

Jill Desjean, a senior policy analyst at the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA), said the original intent of this new FAFSA was to serve more minoritized groups, who often reported difficulty in completing the original, lengthy and more complicated form.

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Your Guide to Applying for Early Decision: What High School Students Need to Know

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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The College Portal Check-In: Your Key to College Application Success

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 20, 2024

Financial Aid for College The college portal is like a digital command center, providing access to essential resources, announcements, and updates pertinent to your student’s academic journey. One area where its significance truly shines is in managing financial aid.

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How to Close the Gap Between Financial Aid Offers and the Cost of College

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 18, 2024

Remember to carefully determine who will be paying the loans after graduation with your student! Financial aid award letters and the Student Aid Index are good indicators of how much financial aid you will receive, but they don’t have to be the last word on the subject.

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What to Learn from National Financial Aid Awareness Month for College Bound Students

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Applying and paying for college feels complicated and oftentimes, overwhelming to families and students alike. That’s why February is National Financial Aid Awareness Month across the U.S., thanks to the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA).

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Fill Graduation Gaps, Transform Higher Ed

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 20, 2023

Laura Kelly and the Legislature have supported key initiatives to improve access and success for first generation students, including significant increases to need-based student financial aid.

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NADOHE Panel: Colleges Must Prepare for Affirmative Action Verdicts Now

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Coleman said that a common structure that schools are using is to have an overarching committee focusing on big picture issues, with subcommittees focusing on potential effects for individual departments.

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From SAI to SAR: Decoding Financial Aid Acronyms and Forms

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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

IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

MAY 31, 2019

Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid office. The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) [6] has also released a series of resources that include a glossary of terms and results from consumer testing of different aid letter formats. 2] [link]. [3] 4] [link]. [5]

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Will FAFSA Simplification Make Life Easier for Colleges and Applicants?

EAB

JUNE 13, 2023

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. Follow the podcast on Spotify , Google Podcasts , Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud and Stitcher or visit our podcast homepage for additional episodes.

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Impact of the New FAFSA on the Net Price of College

College Planners of America

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The student financial aid system has always been complex. The goal of the Act is to simplify the process of applying for student financial aid, primarily by reducing the number of questions on the FAFSA from 108 to 36. With this year’s new FAFSA and its inept rollout by the U.S.

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FAFSA 101: Your Essential Guide to Getting Started

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 7, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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Endowment Returns Down for Fiscal Year 2022, Especially for Schools with Less

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

The largest percentage, 46%, went to student financial aid, with academic programs and research following at 15.6%. However, Howard, the richest HBCU, bucked the trend and gained around 7% in market value, reflecting the advantages that wealthier schools possess.

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FAFSA Made Simple: A Beginner’s Guide for the 2025-2026 Application

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 21, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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FAFSA, CSS Profile, and More: Understanding Financial Aid Forms for High School and College Students

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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Breaking Down FAFSA: Understanding the Application Process

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

OCTOBER 14, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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Early Action vs. Regular Decision: Which Is Best for Your Financial Aid Strategy for College?

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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College Financial Aid Forms Decoded: Understanding What These Terms Mean

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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Early Action: Gain Admission to College Early Without Financial Aid Pressure

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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Smart Summer Money Moves: Financial Strategies for High School and College Students

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 21, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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Deciding on Financial Aid Offers: Do You Really Need All Those Loans?

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JUNE 17, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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Must Have Conversations with Your Student Before the First Tuition Payment

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JUNE 10, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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Mastering Scholarship Deadlines: Your Guide to Organized Application Success

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 15, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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It’s Never Too Early (or Too Late) to Apply to Scholarships: A Guide for College Students & Families

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 7, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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When College Bound Students Should Begin Looking for Scholarships

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 1, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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3 Must-Ask Questions for the Financial Aid Director: Unlocking Financial Aid Wisdom

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 22, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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Last Minute Money Talks Before Sending Your Student Off to College

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 8, 2024

From completing the FAFSA and completing the CSS Profile to reviewing the SAR, responding to requests for verification, comparing financial aid offers and understanding student loan options, Jodi is a fantastic resource when it comes to student financial aid.

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Potential Processing Delays for Financial Aid Due to Calculation Error

No Increased Funding Proposed for New Jersey Community Colleges

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Minoritized, First-Gen Students Most at Risk from FAFSA Delays

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The College Portal Check-In: Your Key to College Application Success

How to Close the Gap Between Financial Aid Offers and the Cost of College

What to Learn from National Financial Aid Awareness Month for College Bound Students

Fill Graduation Gaps, Transform Higher Ed

NADOHE Panel: Colleges Must Prepare for Affirmative Action Verdicts Now

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

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Impact of the New FAFSA on the Net Price of College

FAFSA 101: Your Essential Guide to Getting Started

Endowment Returns Down for Fiscal Year 2022, Especially for Schools with Less

FAFSA Made Simple: A Beginner’s Guide for the 2025-2026 Application

FAFSA, CSS Profile, and More: Understanding Financial Aid Forms for High School and College Students

Breaking Down FAFSA: Understanding the Application Process

Early Action vs. Regular Decision: Which Is Best for Your Financial Aid Strategy for College?

College Financial Aid Forms Decoded: Understanding What These Terms Mean

Early Action: Gain Admission to College Early Without Financial Aid Pressure

Smart Summer Money Moves: Financial Strategies for High School and College Students

Deciding on Financial Aid Offers: Do You Really Need All Those Loans?

Must Have Conversations with Your Student Before the First Tuition Payment

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3 Must-Ask Questions for the Financial Aid Director: Unlocking Financial Aid Wisdom

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