The application students use to apply for financial aid has undergone substantial changes for the fall 2024 and spring 2025 school year. The Department of Education has been implementing changes to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kristen Moon is an entrepreneur covering college admission strategies. Mar 29, 2024, 01:55pm EDT Colleges have continued to raise ...

After months of waiting, high school seniors have most of their admission decisions in hand. If they are lucky and planned thoughtfully, they have options. Now comes the hard part of choosing a school ...

As institutions navigate complex processes and steer through shifting regulations, there is a pressing demand for innovative technological solutions. Automation is emerging as a transformative force ...

With workload increasing and burnout high across the financial aid profession, university leaders can offer meaningful ...

With some colleges listing total annual costs nearing $100,000, it may be more important than ever for aspiring students to find and consider schools that offer generous financial aid packages.

A 529 savings plan can be a powerful tool when saving for future education expenses because investments in the plan can increase tax-free, but many savers don’t take full advantage of the benefits ...

The annual National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators conference convened in Anaheim, Calif., this morning under a cloud of worry. For student aid professionals in attendance and ...