Higher Ed News

Interest rate information updated

New student loan borrowers will be facing higher interest rates starting July 1.

Questions to determine who needs to contribute to a student’s FAFSA

Even though a FAFSA belongs to a student, the student is usually not the only person with a role in completing it.

Answers to your questions about federal regulations in effect this summer

It may not be all the help financial aid professionals need right now in dealing with changes in processes and regulations, but it may answer some questions.

Department posts final 2025-26 FISAP Form and related materials

The job of completing reporting and application requirements to participate in Title IV financial aid programs can wait, but the materials to help institutions get ready for the project are available now.

Holiday closings offer opportunity to take much-needed break

Financial aid professionals have always worked long hours but that’s been especially true the past several months.

Two new issues with student FAFSA data added to technical guide

For those financial aid professionals tracking some of the known technical issues with the processing of student FAFSA records, another couple of updates were added to the list this week.

Knowing what to pack for college

If you plan to live in a dorm for the fall semester, you can start preparing now by knowing what you plan to take with you.

The real reason to celebrate Memorial Day weekend

It can be difficult to enjoy something if you know it has come about because of the sacrifice of someone else.

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