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The FAFSA delays have had a significant impact on institutions, staff, and most importantly, students. While it's heart-wrenching to hear these stories, it's inspiring to see their resilience in pushing forward despite the shortcomings. Let's continue to support and uplift these students as they navigate their education. I truly appreciate this article from USA Today about the impact of FAFSA delays on students on college decision day. https://lnkd.in/gMYtdD3c

💡The Better FAFSA was meant to simplify the financial aid process, but the reality has been far different. The FAFSA crisis continues to challenge students, particularly those from low-income backgrounds. With projections showing that over 70% of American jobs will require postsecondary education by 2031, we can't afford to let this crisis deepen the existing inequities in higher education. In a new op-ed in The Hill, Nicholas A Watson of Bloomberg Philanthropies and our very own Tania LaViolet highlight how colleges can navigate this crisis and support their students. ATI members, like the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, The City University of New York (CUNY), University of Dayton, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Drexel University are leading the way by embracing innovative approaches to financial aid transparency and support, communications, and student support. These colleges have shown that with commitment and creativity, colleges can still widen the doors of opportunity for all students - even amid a financial aid crisis. ❗️Read more about the steps colleges can take to support their students and curb the impact of the FAFSA crisis https://lnkd.in/ecteN6Zq #HigherEd #FAFSA #EducationEquity #StudentSuccess #AmericanTalentInitiative #ATIMembers #FinancialAid The Aspen Institute, Aspen Institute College Excellence Program, Ithaka S+R, National College Attainment Network (NCAN), U.S. Department of Education, The Washington Post, The New York Times

Learn about the challenges facing current college students in the FAFSA change conversation. Higher education leaders discuss the impact in a recent survey. Check out the findings here: https://okt.to/jiXLTk. #HigherEducation #FAFSA #CollegeStudents

📉 The recent FAFSA Fiasco has the potential to impact college enrollment for countless students aspiring to pursue higher education. Recent events have unveiled a dilemma that could significantly affect college enrollment. 🏫 A CNBC article published on March 19, 2024, sheds light on the repercussions of the FAFSA fiasco, highlighting potential ramifications that may deter students from pursuing their academic dreams. 📰 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e3qktjN3. 💻 The complexities and uncertainties surrounding financial aid applications have intensified, potentially dissuading prospective students from embarking on their collegiate journeys. As educators, administrators, and industry stakeholders, we must address these challenges head-on and ensure equitable access to higher education for all. 📓 Let's leverage this moment for dialogue, innovation, and advocacy. Together, we can navigate these turbulent waters and uphold every aspiring student's fundamental right to education. 📢 Share your thoughts on how your institution is handling the FAFSA Fiasco in the comment section below. #FAFSA #HigherEducation #CollegeEnrollment #FinancialAid #EducationEquity #StudentSuccess

It's essential to recognize the broader implications of the FAFSA issues on higher education access. While Secretary Cardona's efforts to provide prompt solutions are commendable, it's crucial to acknowledge the significant impact this delay will have on families and institutions, even with the best intentions of increasing aid. Student's aid can't be increased if schools don't have the time to process their FAFSA's.... Implications of the FAFSA 2024 Delay include: 📝Heightened Financial Uncertainty for Students 📝Potential Impact on College Acceptance Deadlines 📝Reduced Accessibility to Aid Programs 📝Increased Workload for Financial Aid Offices As David Sheridan aptly noted, "...this isn’t what schools and students need. We need FAFSA’s being processed." https://lnkd.in/ga9aXnQb

“Collectively, I think all schools are willing to sit with families to help them. We just want people to know that the institutions in the community are here, that there are resources here. There’s no shame in picking up the phone and saying I want to choose Alvernia, but I need some help,” says Senior Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, Mary Alice Ozechoski, M.A., regarding the Federal Application For Student Aid changes. Read more about Alvernia's response to the new #FAFSA here: https://lnkd.in/eS_MNKTC If you're a new or returning Alvernia adult, graduate or undergraduate student, visit https://lnkd.in/eCzB7Mwh for information and resources to file your FAFSA by June 1. #berkscounty #readingpa #studentdebt #studentfinancialservices #studentsuccess #studentaffairs #enrollment #highereducation #highered #highereducationleadership #alvernia

U.S. Department of Education is taking a significant step towards resolving submission issues for the 2024-25 academic year, especially for students from mixed-status families. FAS Senior Consultant Gary Byers discusses the 9-step workaround to completing the FAFSA amidst these developments. Click the link to read the full blog. https://lnkd.in/gZyuDjEm #highereducation #FAFSAdelays #FinancialAid #highereducationmarketing

Do you know a student who dreams of pursuing higher education? Now is the time for high school seniors and returning college students to submit their 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form, an application that students and families need to complete to apply for federal student aid, such as federal grants, work-study funds, and loans. The revamped FAFSA form – also known as “Better FAFSA” – takes many students less than 20 minutes to complete and can unlock up to $7,395 in federal aid that does not need to be repaid to help cover the cost of college. Share this link with students and have them submit the Better FAFSA form: https://lnkd.in/eeJaTq7 Have questions along the way? These resources can help:  1) Video: What is FAFSA? - https://lnkd.in/eenpmUck 2) FAFSA Checklist & Timeline for Students & Families - https://lnkd.in/e96zyEKT 3) Pro Tips for the 2024-2025 FAFSA Form - https://lnkd.in/enAZYu6F 4) FAFSA "How To" Videos - https://lnkd.in/ewdWZkzn 5) FAFSA Bootcamp Webinar Recording - https://lnkd.in/dR-xURn7 For more information about the FAFSA process, check out StudentAid.gov

Chuck Ambrose, senior education consultant at Husch Blackwell, and Michael Nietzel share insights on how the mishandled rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) could be disastrous for already struggling colleges. Facing the fallout from the pandemic, inflation, and questions about the value of a degree, colleges now grapple with a sharp decline in FAFSA completions, which could lead to significant enrollment drops this Fall. Will this be the final blow for some institutions?   Read the Inside Higher Ed article to find out: https://lnkd.in/gvwc9H68 #HigherEd #collegeenrollment #collegestudents

I am grateful to have had the opportunity to speak with The Chronicle of Higher Education about how the new FAFSA can affect our students. Check out the article below!