"In contrast to the deep cuts and program eliminations proposed to Congress by the White House, this bill reflects an important bipartisan, bicameral commitment to existing federal support for students and the long-standing, effective higher education programs that serve them." - Jessica Thompson, Interim President/Executive Vice President at The Institute for College Access & Success

Today, Congress released a bipartisan, bicameral bill for FY26 that maintains essential #HigherEd funding. We urge them to reaffirm the Ed Dept's standing and ensure future bills include much-needed increases for #FinAid, especially #PellGrants. Read more: buff.ly/y3m2LCg

Provisions Affecting Higher Education in the Reconciliation Law - The Institute for College Access & Success Author: Jocelyn Salguero and Michele Zampini

The Reconciliation Law ends the Grad PLUS loan program, effective July 1, 2026. On the heels of the passage comes a proposal from House Appropriators that looks to cut several federal #FinAid pgrms.
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#UrgentAid #FinAid #FinancialAid

27% of Black MI grads who didn’t complete the #FAFSA said they lacked info, compared to 18% of white grads. FAFSA is key to unlocking aid, reducing debt, and closing equity gaps. #FinAid

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Join uAspire’s free, expert-led webinars to get the tools, tips, and ready-to-use resources to guide students through the #FinAid journey. bit.ly/4mjcpgw

How College Financial Troubles Could Reshape Student Life Austerity is coming to colleges boxed in by President Trump’s cuts and their own troubles. As they lay off workers, cut majors and take other steps, the changes may... @cosmicmeta.ai #FinAid

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How College Financial Troubles Could Reshape Student Life Austerity is coming to colleges boxed in by President Trump’s cuts and their own troubles. As they lay off workers, cut majors and take other steps, the changes may... @cosmicmeta.ai #FinAid

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welp

found out I might have exhausted my financial aid

or some fuckery is happening because of you-know-who

probably both

anyone want to hire an autistic fat loser with an IT degree (associate's)?

#wellfuck #jobhuntingtime #finaid #jobhunt #badnews

Aid at risk for California students receiving Pell Grants Many Bay Area universities and community colleges expressed concerns over the proposed changes’ impact on low-income and historically underserved students, who rely on Pell Grant funds to att…

TICAS #HigherEd expert Michele Zampini spoke with @eastbaytimes.com about the impact of proposed cuts to federal #FinAid: “Whenever investment in higher education and financial aid decreases, the students most impacted are those from the lowest-income backgrounds.” Read more here: buff.ly/MT0iwJ0

Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt.

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Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt.

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NEW BLOG | For years, states and colleges have relied on #FAFSA for all #FinAid. But ongoing federal disruptions jeopardize access—wreaking havoc on students and institutions. States must act now to create alternative access to non-federal aid.

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Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt.

Take action here: buff.ly/k2rkq4i

Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt.

Take action here: buff.ly/k2rkq4i

Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt.

Take action here: buff.ly/k2rkq4i

Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt.

Take action here: buff.ly/k2rkq4i

Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt.

Take action here: buff.ly/k2rkq4i

Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt.

Take action here: buff.ly/k2rkq4i

House Reconciliation Bill Threatens Students’ Access to College and Pathways to Success Beyond Graduation - The Institute for College Access & Success WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, April 29, the House Education and Workforce Committee is set to mark up the committee’s directives as part of the current budget reconciliation process.

TICAS President @gadkaree.bsky.social said via @usatoday.com the House reconciliation proposal is "far outside the scope of the budget reconciliation process." The proposal would cut #FinAid, remove basic consumer protections, & make it harder to repay student loan debt. buff.ly/ApSR2AJ

Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt.

Take action here: bit.ly/VoteNoOnCuts...

These 5 Groups Could Be Denied Student Loan Forgiveness Under Trump Rules Advocates and legal experts have warned that Trump's attempts to restrict student loan forgiveness under PSLF may be illegal. But he might try, anyway.

Bet #Trump uses #NegReg to kick higher Ed faculty, staff, and admins from #PSLF benefits over false claims of antisemitism and Title IX violations (specifically related to Trans people).

Another lever with #FinAid to force institutions to terms.

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#gofundme #finaid