Projected Pell shortfall could diminish federal aidThe Pell Grant program faces a projected $2.7 billion budget shortfall, impacting low-income students' college funding.
Congressional Budget Office projects Pell Grant shortfallThe Pell Grant program faces a $2.7 billion shortfall for FY 2026, prompting potential funding cuts.
Projected Pell shortfall could diminish federal aidThe Pell Grant program faces a projected $2.7 billion budget shortfall, impacting low-income students' college funding.
Congressional Budget Office projects Pell Grant shortfallThe Pell Grant program faces a $2.7 billion shortfall for FY 2026, prompting potential funding cuts.
The FAFSA change driving colleges' surging Pell numbersPell-eligible student enrollment is significantly up for the Class of 2028 due to recent federal policy changes.
Biden seeks $750 Pell Grant increase as shortfall loomsPresident Biden seeks $2.1B increase for Pell Grant, aiming to avoid eligibility cuts. Current projections show a $1.3B shortfall in fiscal year 2025, with an additional $2.1B needed to bridge the gap.
The FAFSA change driving colleges' surging Pell numbersPell-eligible student enrollment is significantly up for the Class of 2028 due to recent federal policy changes.
Biden seeks $750 Pell Grant increase as shortfall loomsPresident Biden seeks $2.1B increase for Pell Grant, aiming to avoid eligibility cuts. Current projections show a $1.3B shortfall in fiscal year 2025, with an additional $2.1B needed to bridge the gap.
Information deficits undermine college access (opinion)President Biden proposed a 10% increase in Pell Grants to improve college affordability and access.Financial barriers and information deficits contribute to gaps in college access for underinvested communities.The lack of clear guidance and information hinders the journey to and through college, especially for underserved students.