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Federal Student Aid has added a new 'lower earnings indicator' to the FAFSA form to flag colleges where graduates' median pay is below that of a high school graduate.
A federal rule change reclassifying "professional degrees" could slash student loan access for nursing, social work, and other graduate programs starting in 2026.
New data reveals a growing trend in higher education where college grants, often called 'merit aid,' are disproportionately awarded to wealthy students.
Eastern Kentucky University is changing its BookSmart program from free to discounted textbooks starting Fall 2026 to comply with federal aid regulations, saving students money.
Colgate University announced it will offer free tuition starting in Fall 2026 for accepted students from families with annual incomes up to $175,000.
Clark University received its largest-ever single gift, a $20 million donation from Panera Bread founder Ron Shaich, to support a strategic plan focused on enrollment, financial aid, and new academic
The University of Utah will offer free tuition and fees starting in Fall 2026 for Utah students from families with an income and assets under $100,000.
Texas residents can now apply to any public college or university in the state for free during a designated week in October, a move expected to save families hundreds of dollars.
Some U.S. colleges are withholding key financial data, making it difficult for families to understand tuition discounts and the true cost of attendance.
Stevens Institute of Technology in New Jersey has launched the Stevens Promise program, which provides free tuition to in-state students from families earning under $100,000.
Smith College in Massachusetts will offer free tuition starting in fall 2026 for undergraduate students from families with annual incomes up to $150,000.
Wisconsin's top education officials, including the UW-System President, are urging students to complete the FAFSA to access unclaimed federal aid.
