U.S. first lady Michelle Obama delivers remarks at a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) workshop at the T.C. Williams High School (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images) Part two of an ...

After a significant delay this year due to huge changes in how student aid is calculated, students and families will be able to start their federal financial aid applications by New Year’s Eve. The ...

In the three months since she assumed the role of director of undergraduate financial aid, Kari DiFonzo has already implemented numerous changes regarding grants for travel and winter clothing. The ...

There’s a lot to think about when you’re preparing for college. Next to all the excitement of applying for schools and buying dorm decor, it’s easy to feel like the financial aid process is daunting ...

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 ...

Both financial aid applications, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the DREAM Act Application (CADAA), will undergo major changes in the coming year to increase the number of ...

Brandeis University is making undergraduate education more affordable. The Brandeis Commitment provides families within the specified income ranges below a generous scholarship package covering either ...

As far as major life purchases go—home, car and college education—former financial aid administrator Amy Glynn can’t help but notice that only two out of three have revamped the experience to be ...

The University of Texas at Austin is making it easier for students to apply for and receive financial aid. The institution moved from a homegrown financial aid to Oracle's Student Financial Planning ...

For students receiving financial aid, the wait for disbursal can be overwhelming. For Natalie Navas, a freshman cognitive science student, waiting for financial aid last fall compounded with her ...

Merit scholarships are awarded at the time of admission. Need-based scholarships, federal work study, federal and state grants are awarded after the FAFSA form is filed. Additionally, US citizens and ...

Choosing a college should be based on the quality and reputation of the program rather than on finances. We understand, however, that many families face financial concerns when choosing a highly ...