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La Familia: Five Ways Institutions Can Support Hispanic Families  

Ruffaloni

Not surprisingly, access to crucial information topics (such as admission requirements, cost, financial aid requirements, and process) varied greatly depending on those same demographics. Providing workshops on filling out the FAFSA and connecting families with financial aid advisors can ensure that finances are not a barrier to entry.

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NASFAA Rolls Out Recommendations for Pell Grant Expansion

BestColleges

Students who are incarcerated are set to regain access to Pell Grants nationwide in 2023. Education officials should step up communication about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process for incarcerated students to make sure the upcoming Pell Grant expansion is successful, according to a new report.

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Helping Students Navigate the College Application Maze

Ruffaloni

This may include webinars, workshops, and informational materials that provide insights into the application process, essay writing tips, and guidance on standardized tests. Financial aid information The cost of education is a major concern for all prospective students.

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Institutional Research: Get to Know Them (and Let Them Get to Know You)!

Ruffaloni

We do this through a “hands on” workshop approach. Financial aid data. Financial aid data can also reveal many things about new incoming students and continuing populations. Institutional research grants. This may be one of the factors at play for the decline in our applications.” Schedule a time to talk.

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What should you know before applying to college?

Solomon Admissions

To aid you as you decide when to apply to college, I recommend reading this blog post that Solomon produced last year on the different admission rounds and their benefits. Financial Aid College is becoming more expensive every single year. Financial aid award letters can include grants, loans, or scholarships.

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Adjusting Enrollment Marketing Strategies in Light of FAFSA Hurdles

The Enrollment Marketer

Subscribe to our newsletter for regular higher-ed industry tips Become a financial aid resource With confusion surrounding financial aid due to the FAFSA glitches, your institution has an opportunity to step up and provide clarity. Share this with your team to get their wheels in motion for more you-specific ideas.

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When is the 2023 FAFSA Deadline?

StandOut College Prep

We’re here to provide you with all the critical information you need so that you don’t miss out on valuable financial aid opportunities. This aid comes from the federal government, state governments, colleges, and other organizations. ” Fear not! What If You Miss the FAFSA Deadline or Start School Late?