Federal report provides insight on 2025 college costs; recent tuition rate hikes and trends

Students, families, and taxpayers now have easier access to information about college costs thanks to a new report released this week by the Department of Education.

Borrower Defense to Repayment system functionality restored

Schools can once again respond to Borrower Defense to Repayment claims with the restoration of the system functionality.

Access to FSA data systems contingent on confirmation of users

In addition to verifying students for financial aid, schools must take action to verify that the appropriate staff have access to federal systems.

FY 2023 national default rate briefing released

The national student loan default rate rose slightly from 0% to .4% – after remaining at 0% for the past three years.

Release of FY 2023 official cohort default rates

Financial aid offices received their latest student loan default rates in late September.

Dealing with student loan nonrepayment

It’s not just a financial aid office issue.

2027-28 FAFSA resources now available

Additional 2027-28 FAFSA resources are now available for staff training or financial aid presentations.

2027-28 FAFSA Preview Presentation updated by Federal Student Aid

Financial aid and college access professionals will want to review the 2027-28 FAFSA Presentation for a recent updated scenario.

Schools behind on financial value reporting encouraged to attend upcoming training

The Department of Education encourages those higher education institutions delinquent in reporting on financial value and gainful employment to attend training on the requirements.

Changes to Campus Security Requirements through the Stop Campus Hazing Act

Higher education institutions must take action to prevent campus hazing incidents and report on any incidents as required by federal legislation, enacted in late 2024.

Just give it time

As years go by, a lot changes with time.