FAFSA

Ferguson is proposing to require FAFSA completion for graduation as part of efforts to increase financial aid access for students.

Assets in a Trump Account may influence a student's eligibility for need-based college aid. This effect is determined by how income from these accounts is reported on the FAFSA.

Davidson College will offer tuition-free education for new U.S. students from families earning $175,000 or less starting in fall 2027, with full cost coverage for those earning $85,000 or less. The policy aims to increase accessibility while maintaining 100% need-based financial aid, supported by a $1.6 billion endowment, and aligns with competition for a shrinking college applicant pool.

Massachusetts is proposing high school graduation requirements that include filing the FAFSA to increase access to federal student aid. The initiative aims to simplify financial aid processes for students.

The article outlines the process of obtaining federal and private student loans, emphasizing the importance of the FAFSA form to determine financial aid eligibility. It highlights key loan types, including Direct subsidized and unsubsidized loans, and explains how interest accrual differs between them.

The U.S. House passed a bill to combat financial aid fraud by implementing an identity verification system for FAFSA applications. The measure aims to prevent 'ghost students' from obtaining federal funds through stolen identities and requires the Department of Education to establish fraud detection protocols. The bill, supported by nearly 40 Democrats and a Republican-led effort, aligns with broader anti-fraud initiatives under the Trump administration.