Financial aid professionals are reporting major disruptions in the federal student aid system across the country, attributed to substantial cuts at the Department of Education. A recent survey indicates that 59% of financial aid offices have noticed changes in processing responsiveness, with one-third experiencing issues with systems crucial for student aid applications. The repercussions are likely to affect future financial aid cycles, as lengthy processing times and lack of communication are prominent concerns among professionals in this field.
This spring's cuts at the Department of Education have led to breakdowns in the federal student aid system, impacting processing timelines and responsiveness.
Fifty-nine percent of financial aid offices reported noticeable changes in the responsiveness of the Office of Federal Student Aid since the layoffs in March.
The disruptions in the FAFSA system could delay the entire financial aid calendar for the 2026-27 cycle, causing widespread concern among financial aid professionals.
Karen expressed that many in the financial aid community believe these changes signal the onset of another crisis period for student aid.
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