Exactly where FAFSA simplification stands is unknown, and concrete guidance for colleges and universities has been scant.| Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
Most students shouldn't see their student aid eligibility change too much under the new rules, but there are some situations colleges and universities should be aware of.| Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
Respondents to a new Inside Higher Ed/Hanover Research poll mostly identified as Democrats—with only 8 percent supporting Trump. But, aware they’re to the left of their students and states, they’re largely keeping their thoughts to themselves.| Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
A major overhaul to the federal student aid form delayed its launch at least two months. That means headaches for everyone from financial aid officers to applicants.| Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
The new application is one piece of a broader overhaul of the student financial aid system that’s taking longer than initially planned.| Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
After a frustrating year of delays, the new federal aid application launched Dec. 30. But maintenance pauses, glitches and other obstacles have led to a rocky start.| Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
Congress moved Thursday to fix an error in the legislation overhauling the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, days after the Education Department announced it was updating the formula for aid eligibility to comply with the law.| Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
Colleges will not receive applicants’ federal aid information until March. They may be forced to push back commitment deadlines, and the delay could discourage low-income students from enrolling.| Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
Colleges are pushing back admission deadlines after the latest FAFSA delay. But not all institutions will be affected equally, and many aren’t yet ready to make the call.| Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
The 6-to-3 decision stops the Biden administration from moving forward with plans to forgive up to $20,000 in student loans for eligible Americans, but the administration announced new steps to aid borrowers.| Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
After months of FAFSA delays and missteps, some colleges are sending students homemade aid forms and early offer estimates. That could be a risky gambit.| Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs