Despite nationwide issues with financial aid applications, California State University experienced a 2% increase in first-year enrollments. Chancellor Mildred Garcia emphasized the transformative impact of a CSU degree, particularly for first-generation, low-income, and diverse students.
CSU's preliminary data shows over 68,500 first-time students enrolled across 23 campuses, which is a testament to the commitment of staff who worked diligently to support students amid the financial aid rollout challenges.
The overhaul of the federal financial aid application, aimed at simplifying the process, faced severe issues that delayed submissions. This resulted in extended deadlines for students deciding on their school.
The federal financial aid application had not been updated in 40 years, and while aimed at easing access to college funding, its problematic launch left many students in limbo about their financial futures.
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