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Streamlining the FAFSA Process for Applicants Without Social Security Numbers – What Institutions Need to Know
In a significant step toward increasing accessibility and simplifying the FAFSA® process for applicants and contributors without a Social Security Number (SSN), the U.S. Department of ...
Understanding the Late Disbursement Flexibilities for 2024-25 Paper FASFA Filers
On December 12, 2024, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) issued an Electronic Announcement (GENERAL-24-143) outlining additional flexibilities for institutions handling late disbursements for students who ...
Harness the Power of AI to Streamline Your Financial Aid Office’s Operations
In Salman Khan’s recent book Brave New Words, the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology is given a central focus when used in collaboration with ...
Federal Student Aid Updates – Changes in Ownership Reporting Requirements for Institutions
Recently, the Federal Student Aid (FSA) office released an Electronic Announcement detailing critical updates and reminders regarding the Change in Ownership (CIO) process for institutions participating ...
8 Tips to Support Undocumented Students Through Upcoming Administrative Changes
Financial aid representatives play a critical role in ensuring that all students actively enrolled in their institutions, regardless of race, identity, status, or demographics, have access ...
5 Actional Ways Financial Aid Managers Can Encourage Professional Development in 2025
As the financial aid landscape evolves, so too must the professionals who guide students and families through this pivotal process. Each New Year presents an excellent ...
DOE Issues New Compliance Requirements for Related Party Disclosures in Audited Financial Statements
On Thursday, October 31st, The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) issued a reminder for institutions on the longstanding requirement to disclose all related party transactions in ...
New Resources, Technical Fixes and Key Updates for the 2025-26 FAFSA Cycle: A Guide for Financial Aid Administrators
This year, the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) has enhanced the FAFSA experience, following the feedback and concerns expressed from last year’s rollout, as well as ...
FISAP Corrections and Admissions: What Financial Aid Administrators Need to Know
As outlined in the Federal Register (89 FR 4284), all corrections and adjustments to the Fiscal Operations Report (FISAP) for 2023–24 and the Application to Participate ...
7 Ways Financial Aid Offices Can Create a Culturally Inclusive Holiday Environment
As the holiday season approaches, financial aid offices can leverage this time to create an environment that is inclusive, joyful, and meaningful for students and staff ...