Education Department Delays FAFSA Rollout

(From Inside Higher Ed) The Education Department announced earlier this week that the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will launch by December 31, after a three-month delay. However, colleges won't receive student data until late January, potentially complicating admissions and financial aid processes. The delay may particularly affect lower-income students, individuals experiencing homelessness, or those with special circumstances. Critics urge the Education Department to provide weekend customer service support and share timely FAFSA completion data to mitigate potential issues.

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