House Passes Bill to Screen Every FAFSA for Identity Fraud
The House passed the No Aid for Ghost Students Act, requiring fraud screening on every FAFSA. Here’s what it means for students and aid timing.
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Court Strikes Down Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
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62 Lawmakers Demand Education Department Act on Student Loan Default Crisis
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Universities Cut Jobs and Degrees as International Graduate Students Vanish in 2026
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What “Meeting 100% of Demonstrated Need” Actually Means at U.S. Colleges
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House Spending Bill Would Eliminate Subsidized Student Loans To Pay For Pell
House FY27 spending bill would eliminate subsidized student loans after July 2027 to fund a $50 Pell Grant increase, raising potential debt by $6,000 per borrower.
What Is Federal Work-Study and How Much Does It Pay for College?
Learn about the work-study program of the Federal government. Find out who is eligible and how much it pays! Is it the right program for you?
Education Line Of Credit vs. Private Student Loans
An education line of credit can help you pay for all four years of college with just one loan application. Here’s what you should know and how they compare to private student loans.
