Higher Ed News

First round of 2025-26 FAFSA testing is complete, no major problems found

Students are completing the beta-test version of the 2025-26 FAFSA without encountering any critical errors and students are receiving the records of those students.

2024 Virtual FSA Training Conference registration now open

Of all the tasks on your to-do list, registering for the annual virtual Federal Student Aid (FSA) Training Conference is an easy one to check off.

Implementation update for the Joint Consolidation Loan Separation Act for FFEL Loan Holders and Servicers

Borrowers with a joint consolidation loan with another individual can separate their joint debts into an individual Direct Consolidation loan.

Title IV Recertification training webinar available

Navigating the important recertification process can be daunting for financial aid administrators.

Tropical Storm Helene and Hurricane Helene Title IV guidance

For those financial aid professionals affected by the recent weather-related disasters, the Department of Education has provided some relief to their offices and for their students.

Updates to 2025-26 FAFSA Specifications Guide

You can make a note on your 2025-26 planning list to check out the recent additions to the 2025-26 FAFSA Specifications Guide.

2024-25 Federal Perkins Loan Revolving Fund Distribution of Assets Timeline

Schools still participating in the Federal Perkins Loan Program need to watch for an important notification from the Department of Education.

Happy Financial Aid Day

Over time, I realized I had “been bitten by the financial aid bug.”