BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

More than 360 colleges and universities committed to transparency standards for financial aid offers. A government watchdog warned last year that only 9% of institutions it examined had accurately told students an estimated net price of attendance in their financial aid offers.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 5, 2024

President Joe Biden has proposed expanding federal financial aid programs to noncitizens who attended high school in the U.S. Federal TRIO programs are the federal government's primary means of providing financial aid to historically underrepresented students attending colleges and universities in the U.S.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 29, 2024

Students who are at least 18 years old, parents, guardians, or counselors can sign a waiver to exempt students from filling out financial aid applications to graduate. New Jersey high school juniors now have to fill out financial aid applications to complete high school. 8 and is open until June 30, 2025. New Jersey Gov.

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EAB

AUGUST 21, 2023

Blogs How to empower student-parents in higher education A conversation with Generation Hope My mom had me at 17, and like many teen parents, had to put her education on hold to care for our family. Generation Hope strives to make college graduation a more common achievement for young parents.

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Ruffaloni

MARCH 30, 2023

Imagine how easy our lives in higher education enrollment would be if students submitted an RFI form, submitted an application, and then enrolled on the timeline that works best for us. What does financial aid look like? It would be great if this were true. But we know that’s not the case.

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Ruffaloni

JANUARY 20, 2025

Fresh data RNLs research studies show a big disconnect between what higher education offers and what students need. A new report from the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education is waving red flags about dropping enrollment numbers and workforce gaps if colleges can’t step up their game and prove their worth.

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College Essay Guy

DECEMBER 13, 2024

What is financial aid? Its the same with financial aid. Its the same with financial aid. In simple terms, financial aid is just money to help you pay for college or technical school. is a little bit like asking, say, What is dessert? Fruit salad? Shots of whipped cream straight from the can?

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Ruffaloni

MAY 11, 2023

Learn more and order The third edition of Strategic Enrollment Planning: A Dynamic Collaboration provides a roadmap for navigating the shifting higher education terrain. Chapter 1 sets the historical stage for higher education, exploring major trends and considering the future. What’s in the new book edition?

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Ruffaloni

APRIL 13, 2023

Personalized video can have an even greater impact on financial aid awarding. Personalized financial aid videos can take the data from a student’s financial aid package and deliver it in a way that is completely personalized, engaging, and very easy to understand.

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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 13, 2023

These challenges, including education, employment, healthcare, and overall well-being, can significantly impact their lives and intrinsically affect their ability to help their children with college planning. Hispanic students often face disparities in educational attainment. The need for information equalized families!

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Between more and more of the population questioning the value of higher education and increased competition, how can I continue to attract students to study at my institution and convince them of the value of earning a degree or other credential? Here are some common questions I hear from campus leaders. How to do that?

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Ruffaloni

JANUARY 16, 2025

They’re not just intimidated by the paperworkthey’re questioning the entire value proposition of higher education. The numbers tell a sobering story: over 90 percent of high school juniors and seniors find financing their education somewhere between “somewhat difficult” and “very difficult.”

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BestColleges

JANUARY 16, 2024

California rolled out an updated California Dream Act Application in 2024, simplifying the process undocumented students must undergo to qualify for state financial aid. Undocumented students are not eligible for federal financial aid, including Pell Grants. California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the bill into law on Oct.

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BestColleges

MARCH 12, 2024

And graduate students can't always access financial aid. Keep reading to learn about the rising prevalence of microcredentials in higher education and their projected future. Note Reference [3] Additionally, critical industries like education and health services have some of the nation's highest number of job openings.

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Ruffaloni

MARCH 15, 2023

If you have college-aged students, you know that communication around financing your child’s education is often confusing, even for those of us who work in the industry. For students and families who are not accustomed to higher education’s rules and processes, this could be the moment that they decide higher education isn’t worth it.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 24, 2024

citizens to lose out on state or institutional financial aid. The rollout of the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been rocky, but perhaps more so for U.S. An FSA representative addressed the issue during a Thursday Q&A with financial aid administrators. Unfortunately.

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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Lee was a remarkable leader who left a lasting mark on higher education and in our hearts. Lee had a lifelong dedication to higher education, both as a professional and as a student. He would go on to create the ACT National Center for the Advancement of Educational Practices, serving as the executive director.

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BestColleges

MAY 20, 2024

Gavin Newsom unveiled his revised 2024-2025 budget proposal , which targets funding to financial aid programs in an effort to alleviate a portion of the state's $27 billion deficit. As the institution that educates the evolving workforce of California, this budget places us in a position of making difficult decisions, she said.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In an era where the cost of higher education is steadily rising, prospective students and their families often grapple with the question of whether a college education is truly worth the investment. Students who feel their education aligns with their goals are more likely to view tuition as a worthwhile investment.

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Results from financial aid or scholarship calculator Prospective Family Engagement Report : Engaging the biggest enrollment influencers Nearly all families are involved in the college search process with students, and this study from RNL, CampusESP, and Ardeo Education Solutions looks at how those families want to connect with campuses.

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Financial aid information The cost of education is a major concern for all prospective students. Colleges can play a crucial role by offering comprehensive information about financial aid options, scholarships, and grants. This may be particularly helpful for first-generation students and their families.

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 17, 2024

There has been greater awareness in recent years of the influence of generational differences in higher education, and this made me interested to explore the perceptions of students by age within our National Online Learners dataset. Survey your students Download now.

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BestColleges

JULY 11, 2024

Most states have extensive financial aid programs for former foster youth. Many states, however, have strict requirements students must meet to qualify for aid. Financial aid is especially important for these students, as they often don't have generational wealth to fall back on. In more than half of U.S.

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Admitted

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Financial aid discussions have centered on simplifying FAFSA and increasing federal Pell Grants – all important – but federal student aid policies are only one funding source for families trying to determine how to pay for college. A college degree is the pathway to social mobility for families trapped in the cycle of poverty.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

To stay competitive during these developments, educational institutions must evolve how they create and share content online. As an educational institution looking to improve its search engine rankings, it is important always to be aware of these changes. How does AI integration in Google Search impact educational institutions?

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

JUNE 19, 2024

Reading Time: 11 minutes As an educational institution looking to thrive and grow, increasing student enrollment is likely a top priority. The significance of robust enrollment numbers extends beyond filling seats as it impacts the institution’s financial health, reputation, and ability to offer diverse and dynamic programs.

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Ruffaloni

JUNE 20, 2024

Affordability: It’s all about the Benjamins In a tie for first place, 95 percent of students are all about financial aid and scholarships. But here’s the thing: it’s not just about whether aid exists— 94 percent of students want the details on how to qualify. Higher education is a big decision, and students have questions.

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

The college recruitment landscape is shifting, and the latest data from the 2024 RNL High School Student College Planning Report (co-sponsored by Halda) paints a concerning picture for higher education institutions. Read the full report This data is a wake-up call for higher education.

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BestColleges

APRIL 17, 2024

The Chronicle reported that the university told the current scholarship recipients, known as Reggie Scholars, that the scholarship was ending in light of changes to the legal landscape related to race-based considerations in higher education. However, Duke will continue to support current Reggie Scholars through graduation.

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BestColleges

AUGUST 15, 2023

"I realized I needed to support these dedicated nursing professionals in the ways that I could, including easing the burden of their educational costs." Fellows receive a tuition-free education at one of the top-ranked nursing schools in the world.

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BestColleges

JUNE 13, 2023

Maryland is home to a number of great higher education institutions , and that includes historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Learners seeking an HBCU education in the Old Line State will find there are great options. Then we compared that amount against school costs and financial aid opportunities.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In the last few months, direct admissions programs at Niche, the College Board, and even state-run higher education programs have received renewed media attention. Supporters of direct admissions believe that participation in direct admission programs help more students see that a college education isn’t out of reach.

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BestColleges

MAY 31, 2024

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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BestColleges

APRIL 5, 2024

Students can also use their financial aid to cover other expenses. Also, the "first-dollar program" allows students to apply for financial aid and scholarships to cover other college expenses while ACC covers tuition. Austin, Texas, is also home to a new university offering its first 100 students a free education.

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BestColleges

MAY 13, 2024

Students must either complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Colorado Application for State Financial Aid (CASFA) and qualify for in-state tuition to apply. Other Colorado Free Education Programs Some Colorado schools already offer free tuition to students under a certain income threshold.

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StandOut College Prep

JANUARY 10, 2025

January Farmers Mutual Hail Company National FFA Scholarship This provides $1,500 to an individual who is a fourth year high school student or in college, who plans on obtaining a bachelors degree in one of four specified areas at a higher educational institution, who has a GPA of 3.0 The deadline to apply is January 9th.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

These data bring us a lot closer to what is really happening in higher education: a consistent focus on the importance of flexibility. Financial aid is an even bigger than accreditation. It’s flexibility of instructional modality, but it’s also flexibility in when a person can and will take courses.

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