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Delaying the Inevitable
As problems continue to beset the new FAFSA, most colleges are pushing their deposit deadlines into June. But some are still dragging their feet. What’s the hold up?
A $150M Gift Allows Dartmouth to Expand Financial Aid
Dartmouth College is boosting financial aid significantly for middle-income students, thanks to a $150 million donation—the largest scholarship gift in...
Opinion
This Year Isn’t Lost for FAFSA
FAFSA submissions are down significantly, but there’s time to close the gap, Bill DeBaun writes.
Opinion
All Hands on the FAFSA Deck
Colleges, government, high schools and community groups can find common purpose in encouraging FAFSA completion, Marvin Krislov writes.
Louisiana Stops Requiring FAFSA Completion in High School
Some state officials say the policy was burdensome and promoted college-going over more vocational paths. Critics of the change fear it will impede college attainment for needy students.
Senate Democrats Press Education Department for FAFSA Fix
Twenty-six Senate Democrats are urging the Education Department to permanently fix an error in the new Free Application for Federal...
Fitch Says FAFSA Delays Put Private Colleges at Risk
Delays in processing financial aid applications could threaten the credit or viability of small private colleges that serve students who...
California Offers Stipends to Financially Vulnerable Community College Students
A new pilot program gives students who were formerly incarcerated or in the foster care system, and some low-income parents, money to help pay their living costs.