Communicating with borrowers about the defunct SAVE Plan

Even for those of us who live and breathe financial aid, it’s hard to keep up with what’s going on with student loans.

Webinar recording on applying new loan limitations for students attending less than full time

Many financial aid professionals have questions about implementing new loan limitation regulations going into effect this summer following the passage last year of the federal budget reconciliation law.

2026-27 FSA Handbook Application and Verification Guide now available

Financial aid professionals have one more tool available for the 2026-27 award year processing.

Federal Student Aid hosting webinars on the implementation of the Budget Reconciliation Bill

When it comes to implementing something new, particularly new financial aid regulations, financial aid professionals want to have their questions answered and receive the latest updates.

Department of Education resumes adjudication of Borrower Defense claims

The Department of Education recently resumed reviewing borrower defense to repayment claims, which explains why many institutions have seen a jump in the number claims in recent weeks.

Deadline approaching for colleges to provide access to campus-based financial aid

Students who need extra funds to attend college can often benefit from access to campus-based federal financial aid.

Deadline approaching to request waiver of 2026-27 FWS program community service requirements

Institutions who won’t be able to meet the community service requirements of the Federal Work Study program have until later this month to request a waiver.

Colleges required to operate Prison Education Programs in the best interest of students

Although it seems it should go without saying, prison education programs should operate in the best interest of students.

FSA seeking volunteers for input on partner services

Individuals involved in the administration of federal financial aid can sign up to offer input on the services and products that they use daily.

2026-27 award year deadlines for Campus-Based programs announced

Financial aid administrators overseeing campus-based financial aid programs can now add some important deadline dates to their 2026-27 processing calendar.

Two factors for a successful financial future

A good education and no debt – two factors that ensure young adults start their future off on the right foot financially.