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Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 week ago
Education

Panel puts spotlight on FAFSA, protests and degree value

Higher education facing crises with pro-Palestinian student protests and FASFA issues impacting academic freedom and college access. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago
Education

Report: state financial aid requirements can undercut access

State financial aid eligibility requirements can pose significant barriers to under-resourced students.
The focus on full-time student requirements can hinder access to state aid for underserved populations like parents, adults, low-income, and first-generation students. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
1 month ago
Education

Bard High School Early College to open in East New York this fall * Brooklyn Paper

Bard High School Early College offers students the opportunity to graduate with an associate's degree and 60 transferable college credits.
The school aims to address the challenge low-income high school students face in accessing higher education and succeeding in college. [ more ]
Secret NYC
3 months ago
Education

FAFSA Financial Aid Forms May Soon Be Required For NY High School Students

New legislation proposed in New York may require all students to complete the FAFSA form before graduation in an effort to boost college access.
Completing the FAFSA form increases the likelihood of attending college directly after high school graduation by 127%.
The U.S. Department of Education is updating the FAFSA form to have fewer questions and expanded eligibility. [ more ]
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