NASFAA

The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) works to shape the future by promoting student access and success in higher education.

[NASFAA @nasfaa]

For prospective postsecondary students and families, the financial aid office is rarely the first place where questions about paying for college begin. This article, the first in a three-part series, highlights the perspective of college counselors: https://t.co/rbXNGXsTAc

[Inside Higher Ed @insidehighered]

DOJ Sues Penn State Over In-State Tuition for Noncitizens

The Justice Department’s campaign against lower tuition rates for undocumented students is expanding to individual universities. https://t.co/2LSaF3niEL

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The Department of Education published Chapter 1 of an NSLDS Earnings Accountability User Guide with instructions and guidance on complying with the new STATS and earnings accountability final regulations: https://t.co/4bfTNjgLRO

Additional chapters are coming soon.

[Inside Higher Ed @insidehighered]

5 Takeaways From Democrats’ Historic Night

The election results will likely reshape the balance of power in the U.S. for years to come. Higher ed advocates are hopeful that the new Congress will advance their priorities. Here’s what to know so far. https://t.co/RNHKTERSyg

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After gaining control of the House, Rep. Bobby Scott, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, reminds Education Secretary McMahon of the Department of Education’s obligation to preserve all records that may be in the public interest: https://t.co/tZRmySOPxz

[NASFAA @nasfaa]

This week on ���Off the Cuff,” Hugh is joined by the "U CREW:" David Tolman, Jackie, Tonya, Norma, and David Downing, for a deep dive into the operations of our NASFAA U team.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or on our website.

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#HigherEd organizations share concerns about the proposed rule that would remove a private institution’s federal tax-exempt status if they “favor certain racial preferences in admissions, facilities, programs, scholarships, and financial assistance.” https://t.co/s1uyotF0cs

[The EDU Ledger @TheEDULedger]

The rescinded policies addressed protections for English learners, students experiencing racial discrimination and harassment, and colleges navigating race-conscious admissions policies. https://t.co/8nMTXgqtgO

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Is OBBBA changing the way colleges think about graduate tuition?

Some institutions are reducing tuition or introducing guaranteed scholarships, but getting a clearer picture of what students are paying as a result of OBBBA loan limits requires more data: https://t.co/Wn6qZtvDf1

[Inside Higher Ed @insidehighered]

Colleges Prepare for Credit Transfer Regulations

While some colleges are already working to improve transfer policies and accepting more credits, Trump’s new standards likely will accelerate reforms. https://t.co/xJzrkR7qcV

[NASFAA @nasfaa]

The American Federation of Teachers filed a class action lawsuit alleging the Department of Education is illegally withholding/delaying PSLF buyback determinations, failing to award credit for time worked, illegally clawing back previously credited time: https://t.co/F2TmNa5ROS

[NASFAA @nasfaa]

In 2025-26, the financial aid community saw sweeping changes to federal student aid. Through it all, financial aid professionals continue to show up for students. Take a look at our annual report celebrating our community's efforts and accomplishments: https://t.co/qMdTIu4jVV

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[The EDU Ledger @TheEDULedger]

The U.S. Department of Justice has withdrawn two appeals challenging federal court rulings that blocked new restrictions on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, leaving the disputed rule unenforced while a third appeal remains pending. https://t.co/rzhfXYy4s3

[NASFAA @nasfaa]

With Election Day next week, Melanie and Nalia preview the 2026 midterm elections and what that could mean for student aid policy.

🎧 Listen to the new episode of "Off The Cuff" to learn more: https://t.co/zk16E5b4Sm

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#NASFAAinTheNews

[The Washington Post @washingtonpost]

The Trump administration has ramped up efforts to identify scammers who have posed as college students to steal tens of millions in federal student loan and grant dollars over the past five years. https://t.co/6SyDxKxQLq

[NASFAA @nasfaa]

The last comprehensive reauthorization of the Higher Education Act occurred in 2008.

Today, we published the most recent update to NASFAA's recommendations to modernize the HEA to meet the needs of today's students and institutions: https://t.co/McKhwz35hQ

[Inside Higher Ed @insidehighered]

Updated College Scorecard Removes MSI Filters https://t.co/78wpB2Yqng

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What are “High Performing Pell” institutions?

According to researchers at @UWMadison and the University of Minnesota Rochester, HPPs are institutions with multiple measures of success in serving students from lower-income backgrounds. Learn more: https://t.co/7KAD7Rlv5F

[Newsweek @Newsweek]

Surging default rates and the prospect of wage garnishment could create a larger affordability issue ahead of the midterms. https://t.co/eQs0ESbFr9

[NASFAA @nasfaa]

Reports about the Trump admin’s rumored plan to separate Federal Student Aid from the Department of Education have raised questions. To address these questions, NASFAA put together an explainer detailing the state of play, background, and feasibility: https://t.co/mGjgNKqlH0