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President Biden walks on a stage flanked by two signs that say "Canceling Student Debt" in white text.
President Biden walks on a stage flanked by two signs that say "Canceling Student Debt" in white text.

Supreme Court Keeps Debt-Relief Plan Blocked for Now

August 29, 2024

Nearly eight million borrowers remain in limbo following the court’s decision Wednesday.

A photo illustration that shows runners, cash flying and the words FAFSA FINISH
A photo illustration that shows runners, cash flying and the words FAFSA FINISH

How States Are Working to Narrow FAFSA Completion Gaps

August 28, 2024

Nationally, completed applications from high school seniors are down by about 9.5 percent. A federal funding boost has helped some states over the summer—but only so much.

photo illustration with an orange background, a bold capital U and a money trail.
photo illustration with an orange background, a bold capital U and a money trail.

In Bid to Deter Misconduct, U.S. Releases New Data on Financial Aid Enforcement

August 26, 2024

The Education Department has issued $61.7 million in fines and cut off aid to 35 colleges for violations since 2021. Some critics say it hasn’t gone far enough in holding rule breakers accountable; others say the feds have a “vendetta” against career colleges.