Two-day live virtual training course on Policies and Procedures being offered by FSA

The power of the written word is epitomized in the Policies and Procedures manual.

More upcoming FSA Wednesday Webinars announced

College financial aid staff have the opportunity to increase their professional knowledge by attending two Department of Education webinars this spring. 

Additional volumes added to the 2025-2026 COD Technical Reference

The Department of Education recently made an update to a key resource for schools.

This season’s lineup on the Mapping Your Future YouTube channel

An online video can sometimes be a lifesaver.

2026-27 FAFSA Specifications Guide released

Although the 2026-27 academic year seems a long way into the future, financial aid professionals now have some tools available to help them prepare for it.

Update on availability of batch corrections processing via Electronic Data Exchange and resolution of ISIR processing error

Schools wanting to submit batch corrections for 2024-25 and 2025-26 through the Electronic Data Exchange finally have good news.

FY 2022 Draft Cohort Default Rates available

Schools can begin reviewing their FY 2022 draft cohort default rate information and prepare for making any necessary appeals.

2024 Virtual FSA Training Conference event platform shutting down soon

The days are winding down for financial aid professionals to access the event platform for the 2024 Virtual FSA Training Conference.

Identity verification and reporting fraud – updates and reminders

The Department of Education is reminding financial aid administrators about the importance of completing the identity verification process for flagged individuals and reporting suspected fraud.

2023-24 Direct Loan Closeout

Financial aid offices that haven’t closed out their 2023-24 Direct Loan Program Year will want to make note of an important date.

Report on 2024 Experimental Sites Initiative available

If you’ve ever been curious about the experiments that the Department of Education offers to institutions, you can read more about them in their annual report.

Protecting your identity is key

It’s always better to be safe than sorry.

Important deadlines coming up for April 5 ACT test date

If you plan to take the ACT test this spring, it’s time to get prepared.

March tasks for high school seniors

As your senior year gets closer to winding down, make sure to complete the necessary admission applications, scholarship essays, and financial aid information – keeping in mind the necessary deadlines.