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Upcoming changes to the FSA ID account process
By Marlene Seeklander Creating a StudentAid.gov account or FSA ID shouldn’t be an obstacle for students…
Tip of the Week – November 5, 2025
Tip of the Week An offering of thanks – financial aid for veterans To those…
Students and parents can complete FAFSA during federal shutdown
By Catherine Mueller Despite the government shutdown, students and parents can complete the FAFSA and financial…
Early Awareness E-News – November 2025
Early Awareness E-News November 2025Vol. 17 – Issue 11 Borrowing Parent Loans – 2026 and…
Mapping Your Future Higher Ed News – October 30, 2025
Higher Ed News Vol. 17 – Issue 22 Negotiated rulemaking on budget reconciliation student loan…
Mapping Your Future Higher Ed News – October 16, 2025
Higher Ed News Vol. 17 – Issue 21 Resources to make completing the 2026-27 FAFSA…
Mapping Your Future Higher Ed News – October 2, 2025
Higher Ed News Vol. 17 – Issue 20 Department of Education issues reminder: Federal grant…
Early Awareness E-News – October 2025
Early Awareness E-News October 2025Vol. 17 – Issue 10 Launch of the 2026-27 FAFSA is…
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Federal Student Aid October 8 webinar on Charges and Credit Balances has been cancelled
By Marlene Seeklander The temporary government shutdown is impacting webinar opportunities for financial aid professionals. Federal…
Early Awareness E-News – October 2025
Early Awareness E-News October 2025Vol. 17 – Issue 10 Launch of the 2026-27 FAFSA is…
Tip of the Week – October 1, 2025
Tip of the Week Government “shutdown” has limited impact on students, schools, borrowers, and other…
Department of Education releases guidance on the use of federal student aid data
By Marlene Seeklander Schools, state agencies, and contractors all have a role in safeguarding student and…
Enhanced ACT now available to national paper-pencil test takers
By Marlene Seeklander ACT test takers now have a shorter test and the option of taking…
Department to distribute 2025-26 Supplemental funds for work-study and grants to specific colleges
By Marlene Seeklander Students should benefit when some colleges will receive 2025-26 supplemental Campus-Based funds in…