Early Awareness E-News
August 2025
Vol. 17 – Issue 8
Summary of Budget Reconciliation Changes for Students and Parents
When it comes to paying for college, many students and parents face uncertainty.
Borrowing Parent Loans – 2026 and beyond
It’s hard to find an equilibrium.
Department of Education seeking emergency approval for updates to the 2026-27 FAFSA
The Department of Education is calling for emergency action to ensure a timely release of the 2026-27 FAFSA.
Upcoming outage alert for StudentAid.gov
The StudentAid.gov site will be unavailable August 2-3, 2025.
SAVE program zero-interest period ends July 31
Student loan borrowers enrolled in the SAVE (Saving on a Valuable Education) program will see interest accrual begin once again.
Financial Aid Offers – A closer look
A financial aid offer is often a key component of the college decision making process.
Tips for protecting yourself from email scams
Scammers are out in full force, and we are all targets.
Something to cry over
Keep the tissue box handy.
August tasks for high school seniors
Starting your senior year is an exciting time.
