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BREAKING NEWS: Federal Court Blocks ED Dismantling
A federal court has ruled the Executive Branch cannot dismantle the Department of Education (ED) without Congressional approval. The judge found that the recent RIF was ...
Satisfactory Academic Progress: A Deeper Dive
Measuring a student’s academic progress is essential to ensure they are benefitting from the educational program in which they are enrolled. Failure to earn passing grades ...
Navigating Through Uncertain Times: Tips for Staying Focused and On Course
The potential elimination of the Department of Education has caused understandable consternation on campus. Although a relatively new concept, for those of us administering financial aid ...
TPD Discharge Processing Has a New Home: What Schools and Loan Holders Need to Know
Earlier in April, The U.S. Department of Education posted an Electronic Announcement affirming that it has officially completed its transition of the Total and Permanent Disability ...
Reclaiming Capacity in the Financial Aid Office: Lessons from the Harvard Business Review on Managing Overload When Delegation Isn’t an Option
As the demands placed on college financial aid professionals continue to grow—yet staffing levels, budget constraints, and compliance pressures complicate traditional pathways for support—many financial aid ...
Update on Department of Education Reorganization: What Higher Ed Professionals and Students Need to Know
In response to recent headlines, we want to provide further clarity for the higher education community. On March 13, 2025, a coalition of state attorneys general ...
What You Need to Know About Save and Other Student Loan Repayment Options
At this writing, as many are getting ready to conduct student loan exit counseling, there is a lot of confusion and concern regarding the status of ...
It’s That Time of Year: Tips to Improve the Student Experience
Ah spring! The sun is shining, flowers are blooming, and the phones in your office are ringing off the hook! It’s also a good time to ...
What Would Happen to Student Loans if the Department of Education Closes?
Recent reports have surfaced regarding efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. While such a move would require congressional approval, discussions have already begun about ...
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: What Borrowers Need to Know
The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program has been a lifeline for borrowers working in public service, providing loan forgiveness after ten years of qualifying ...