Topic: College Affordability & Student Debt

A study of universal FAFSA policies in four states finds that they are most effective and equitable when combined with dedicated funding, opt-out flexibility, strong support networks, accountability systems, and policies that promote college attendance

Pell Grants help low- and middle-income students afford college each year. But students say Pell Grants don’t cover the full cost of attendance

EdTrust’s recommendations for the final RISE negotiated rule implementing several provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

These institutions were founded on the premise of accessible education, but how accessible are they to Indigenous students?

For students from low-income backgrounds, going to college can seem like an impossible dream. But the key to making that dream a reality often lies in completing a single form

Student loan debt isn’t just a financial issue; it affects mental health, workforce, and generational equity. Here’s what you need to know about wage garnishment

US Department of Education has concluded the first week of negotiated rulemaking to implement the new Workforce Pell Grant program

OBBBA’s new regulations impose a lifetime limit on all federal student loans, including undergraduate. This means many students may reach their borrowing limit before completing their degree

An overview of which colleges receive TRIO grants, the amounts of those awards, and how the funds are distributed