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Students Called the Ed Department for FAFSA Help. Most Were Ignored.

The financial aid form's rollout was disastrous, according to a new report from the Government Accountability Office.

Reason

FAFSA Application Drop Raises Concerns Among Lawmakers

Challenges faced by low-income students with FAFSA due to delays and glitches affecting financial aid access.

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France asks for EU help to destroy 'unprofitable' Bordeaux vines

The French government is appealing to the European Commission for €120 million in financial aid to destroy 30,000 hectares of French vineyards, mostly in the Bordeaux region. The sector has seen a significant drop in both domestic and overseas sales, stemming in part from changing drinking habits.

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After a rocky FAFSA rollout season, here's what you should know about the upcoming financial aid school year

From calling the financial aid office, to setting up a separate email, being prepared may be the best way to tackle FAFSA filing season

Latin Times

Direct Tuition Payments: A Tax-Efficient Way to Pay for School

If you pay tuition for someone else directly to a college, graduate school, preschool or private school, that money is not subject to the gift tax.

Kiplinger

Botched college financial aid form snarls enrollment plans for students

After a long summer of technical glitches, most of America’s prospective college students finally applied for federal financial aid — an annual process upended by a redesign-gone-bad

The Independent UK

‘Time poverty’ can keep college students from graduating − especially if they have jobs or children to care for

Many college students don’t have enough time for their studies. This “time poverty,” as we call it, is often due to inadequate child care access or the need to work to pay for college and living expenses.

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College costs weigh heavily on Texas students as they wait on late financial aid offers

Delays in the new FAFSA led students to take out debt, enroll in community college over their top-choice universities or opt out of going to college.

The Texas Tribune

PLUS Loans Can Help Pay for College — at a Cost

What to know about PLUS loans: Parents can borrow up to the cost of a child’s education, but interest rates are steep.

Kiplinger

FAFSA Launch Delayed, Phased Rollout Planned For 2025-2026

Learn about the phased release of FAFSA for 2025-2026 to improve the application process and financial aid distribution.

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Lammy urged to drop ‘ludicrous’ financial aid to Cuba over concerns troops are fighting for Russia in Ukraine

Britain needs to rethink financial support, a leading US congressman has told The Independent

The Independent UK

UN climate talks leader says financial help for poor nations is urgent goal of negotiations

The head of upcoming climate negotiations is telling world leaders that a new financial aid package for poor and disaster-struck nations is the urgent and make-or-break goal of United Nations talks this fall

The Independent UK

Did FAFSA delays impact your decisions about college or housing? Share your story with us

The delayed rollout of the new FAFSA caused many students to experience setbacks in receiving financial aid packages. If these delays impacted your college choices, The Texas Tribune wants to hear your story.

The Texas Tribune

Higher education faces many challenges in South Africa: 3 priorities for the new minister

When South African president Cyril Ramaphosa named Nobuhle Nkabane as the minister of higher education on 3 July 2024, many people I know in the sector had to Google her name. Dr Nkabane had been deputy minister of mineral resources and energy since August 2021.

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Mike Bloomberg’s $1B gift to Johns Hopkins will make med school free for most students – a philanthropy expert explains why that matters

Mike Bloomberg, the media mogul and former New York City mayor, has given Johns Hopkins University US$1 billion to eliminate tuition for most its current and future medical students, the school and Bloomberg Philanthropies announced on July 8, 2024. The gift will also expand financial aid for students studying several…

International Business Times UK

Michael Bloomberg Net Worth: Billionaire Donates $1B To John Hopkins University, Donated Same Amount in 2018

Michael Bloomberg donates $1 billion to Johns Hopkins, making med school free for most students and covering living expenses for some.

The Texas Tribune

Fewer Texas students seek financial aid for college after this year’s bungled FAFSA rollout

Texas college access advocates are in a race this summer to get more students to apply for federal financial aid.

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Emerson College Faces Enrollment Decline Due To Anti-Israel Protests

Emerson College in Boston faces enrollment decline and potential staffing cuts due to protests, financial aid changes, and national trends.

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Russian troops fail to advance as Ukraine garners military, financial aid

Battles continue in Kharkiv as President Putin signs a strategic agreement with North Korea.

Reason

The Education Department Will Probably Mess Up Next Year's FAFSA Too

A letter from higher education professionals warns that next year's FAFSA will likely face delays.

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G7 Summit Focuses On Migration And Global Challenges

G7 summit in Bari, Italy discusses migration, financial aid, climate change, and global challenges.

Reason

The Government Screwed Up College Financial Aid Applications

The new FAFSA form is like HealthCare.gov but for college students.

Fortune

Only 2 Ivy League schools land grads a six-figure salary 10 years out

New data shows that studying at an Ivy League schools won't guarantee a six-figure salary.

Kiplinger

A 529 Plan Strategy That Could Help Boost Your Financial Aid

Saving for college for all your kids in one 529 savings account could mean they'll get less in financial aid. Separate custodial 529s might be a better bet.

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Palestinian President Urges Arab Countries For Financial Support

The Palestinian president appeals for Arab financial aid to address economic challenges at the recent Arab Summit.

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