Colleges implementing new rules for federal student loan programs

Along with all of the tasks at the academic year end and the awarding of aid for the next year, financial aid professionals are also in the middle of implementing new federal student loan rules.

“Awarding With Pell Grant Formula 1” webinar materials now available

Schools that use Pell Grant Formula 1 and attended the recent webinar on the topic, can now download the materials.

Schools reminded of renewal of annual registration with federal government

As part of the process to participate in federal financial aid programs, all postsecondary institutions must regularly renew their registration with the federal government.

Student eligibility for Pell Grants increased after FAFSA Simplification

While FAFSA Simplification may have been a challenge for many schools, a recent GAO study confirms what many in the industry thought – that student eligibility increased for Pell Grants after changes were made to the FAFSA.

Direct Loan fees and TEACH Grant award amounts set for 2026-27

There’s good news for Direct Loan borrowers and students receiving TEACH Grant awards in the 2026-27 academic year as the Direct Loan fees and TEACH award amounts once again remain unchanged.

Financial aid professionals can prepare now for fall reporting and application process

For those financial aid professionals who want to get a head start on preparing for the 2027-28 Fiscal Operations Report for 2025-26 and Application to Participate for 2027-28 (FISAP), draft materials are now available.

A new look for financial data in student loan data system

Financial aid professionals will now see loan amounts to the exact penny when viewing information on the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS).

New learning opportunity designed to strengthen “big picture” knowledge of federal financial aid

Good financial aid professionals know their job responsibilities.

Cultivating your graduates

Graduation is the time for new beginnings for students. 

Department of Education recommendations and response to Canvas security breach

Following a widespread security breach involving the Canvas Learning Management System, the Department of Education detailed its response and provided recommendations for institutions.