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Prison Education Programs Await Pell Grant Approval Amid Slow Rollout

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Last summer, the Department of Education extended Pell Grant eligibility to incarcerated students. Pell Grants award students financial aid for college that they don't need to repay. In January, Cal Poly Humboldt's prison education program was the first in the country to be approved for Pell Grant funding.

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How to Navigate SAT Accommodations

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Extended Time Extra/Extended breaks Visual Accommodations Test Taking Settings Recording Responses Documentation of Disability Impact on the SAT How to Apply Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! This SAT accommodations guide will help you determine whether you qualify for an accommodation and will walk you through the details.

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Colleges Want More Of The Shrinking Pie

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In July 2022, Bowdoin became need-blind for international applicants, and they also use grants, not loans, to meet need. I spoke with one admissions officer who said she could fill a whole class with students from Ghana. Colleges are investing in this priority.

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Our Experts' Guide to SAT Accommodations

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What is an extended time accommodation ? Do I qualify for an accommodation ? How do I apply for an accommodation ? What to Know About SAT Accommodations Although there is a lot of uncertainty right now surrounding college standardized testing, it is important to know what SAT accommodations are available.

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Meet Sophia, Your Robot Commencement Speaker

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As such, the university sought someone capable of unpacking the potential that [AI] has to change the world in various ways, Benjamin Grant, D'Youville's vice president for student affairs, told BestColleges. She's also the first robot to earn citizenship , which Saudi Arabia granted her in 2017.

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The New FAFSA: What You Need to Know

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Campus systems require updates to accommodate the new FAFSA parameters, and these system updates typically take several weeks to implement. The calculations in the FAFSA directly relate to the different formulas states use to determine both eligibility and the amount of grant or gift support students will receive.

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Education for Educators: A Guide for Teachers to Pursue Higher Education

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It would be wise to explore flexible programs that accommodate your schedule. Start by researching scholarships and grants specifically for teachers. Balancing Work and Studies Balancing a teaching job with advanced education can feel overwhelming, but with proper planning, its achievable.