Federal government closures on Thursday, January 9, 2025

You will want to make note that the federal government offices will be closed on January 9 for a National Day of Mourning and some processing may be impacted.

Partial version of 2025-2026 COD Technical Reference available

Another tool is available to schools for the 2025-2026 award year set-up.

Deadline approaching for 2025-26 Underuse Penalty Waiver for the Campus-Based Programs

Schools facing a reduction in their campus-based funding due to underuse have until later this month to request the penalty be waived.

Department of Education publishes FAQs to help financial aid professionals implement new regulations

While new regulations are meant to provide important guidance to schools, the actual implementation of those regulations can create a lot of questions.

Reporting deadline for Section 117 of the HEA is January 31

In addition to the looming deadlines for financial value and transparency reporting, another important deadline is approaching for some institutions of higher education.

Applications now open for 2025 AmeriCorps program

Students interested in gaining leadership skills and money for college may want to consider the AmeriCorps program.

Important reminders about the Fresh Start initiative

All good things must come to an end, including the Fresh Start initiative.

Federal Student Aid Wednesday Webinar Series announced

Financial aid professionals may want to make note of two Wednesdays in January and February 2025 to tune into some upcoming webinars.

2025-26 changes incorporated into FAFSA Simplification Training Topics Series

Financial aid professionals can kick off their 2025-26 planning and processing with some training offered by the Department of Education.

January tasks for high school seniors

During your senior year, you will finalize your college choice. 

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