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Project Yellow Light Scholarships
By Marlene Seeklander For those individuals who like to bring about change, particularly as it relates…
Reminders on the reporting of 2025 student loan interest payments on tax returns
By Marlene Seeklander Tax preparation time is here, and, although financial aid professionals aren’t required to…
2024-25 Campus-Based Awards Closeout
By Marlene Seeklander The 2024-25 Campus-Based program awards will soon be “in the books” for schools….
Early Awareness E-News – March 2026
Early Awareness E-News March 2026Vol. 18 – Issue 3 Keys to a successful scholarship strategy…
March tasks for high school seniors
By Catherine Mueller As your senior year gets closer to winding down, make sure to complete…
Department of Education drafting materials to prepare for final rule changes
By Marlene Seeklander The Department of Education is drafting presentations and documents in advance of…
National scholarship opportunities for students
By Marlene Seeklander Scholarships are often the additional funding that helps many students pursue their educational…
Additional information for 2026 FSA Training Conference participants now available
By Marlene Seeklander Participants in the upcoming FSA Training Conference now have additional information to access…
Updated NSLDS Enrollment Reporting Guide (February 2026) now available
By Marlene Seeklander Financial aid professionals now have a new enrollment reporting guide, updated with references…
Tip of the Week – February 25, 2026
Tip of the Week For student loan borrowers – finding the possible in what seems…
Draft 2027-28 FAFSA application materials available for comment and news of upcoming enhancements
By Marlene Seeklander While many students, parents, and schools are currently focused on the 2026-27 FAFSA,…
Verification of Identity Reporting training now available in the FSA Training Center
By Marlene Seeklander Financial aid professionals can add to their roster of skills by learning how…
Mapping Your Future Higher Ed News – February 19, 2026
Higher Ed News Vol. 18 – Issue 4 Draft 2027-28 FAFSA application materials available for…
Work Colleges Program 2026-27 application information
By Marlene Seeklander Colleges participating in the Work Colleges Program under Federal Work Study program must…
Nonpayment rates among student loan borrowers put colleges and universities at risk
By Marlene Seeklander More than 1800 higher education institutions across the country are at risk of…
