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U.S. Department of Education
Another FAFSA snag is delaying financial aid offers for prospective college students
Feb 1, 2024
There's a push to convince colleges and universities to extend their admission deadlines to give students — and schools — more time.
Federal student loan payments have restarted. More than a third of borrowers missed the first one.
Dec 28, 2023
Many borrowers need to reorganize their budgets. Disruptions in the loan servicing industry haven't helped.
An improved FAFSA is on the way, but delays mean students and schools will have to scramble
Nov 16, 2023
This year's form will be shorter and easier to fill out. But it'll also arrive more than two months late.
Department of Education appoints its first chief economist
Jun 15, 2022
The agency said it’s part of bringing a more data-based approach to policymaking.
Education Secretary says new FAFSA filing date should improve the financial aid process
Sep 30, 2016
Prospective college students will be able to turn in their FAFSA forms starting Oct. 1.
ITT Tech, Corinthian accreditor loses authority
Sep 26, 2016
The Department of Education strips authority to accredit for-profit schools.
Will acting Education Secretary John King stay?
by
Amy Scott
Mar 14, 2016
The Senate plans to take up King's confirmation Monday for the short-term post.
For public good, not for profit.
What to expect from new education chief John King
by
Amy Scott
Jan 4, 2016
The former education commissioner of New York State has a battle-scarred past.