Higher Ed News
Vol. 17 – Issue 16
Nonpayment Rates by Institution report now available in the Federal Student Aid Data Center
Schools now have a report available to assist them in understanding the delinquency and default risks of their most recent borrowers – something that will be important as cohort default rates potentially rise.
2026-27 FAFSA available in beta testing for some applicants
Some students will have an opportunity to complete the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) early.
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.
2025-26 Campus-Based Funding notification report available
Schools with approved campus-based awards for the 2025-26 award year can now check their award amounts via a report available from the Department of Education.
Updated 2025–26 Federal School Code List of Participating Schools
A key component of the FASFA – The Federal School Code List – has been updated by Federal Student Aid (FSA).
Preparing for the 2026-27 FAFSA
There’s nothing like being prepared to make something a little easier and less stressful, including completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
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.
Online training available for completing the 2026-27 FISAP
Financial aid professionals have many critical responsibilities, but perhaps one of the most important is completing the FISAP (fiscal reports and application to participate in federal financial aid).
TPD Discharge information now available
The Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) discharge loan assignment process has resumed.
August tasks for high school seniors
Starting your senior year is an exciting time.


