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Experts say high school seniors are more likely to go to college if they complete the financial aid form, but the state sees privacy issues with mandating it.

The head of the Federal Student Aid office, which has faced criticism for the botched rollout of this year’s college financial aid form, will be stepping down.

Richard Cordray, who heads the Federal Student Aid office, will step down in June in the midst of a financial aid crisis that's leaving some students without necessary aid.

Financial aid can make or break college enrollment for millions of students. And in the shadow of the Supreme Court's rejection last year of race-conscious admissions policies, experts say affordability is even more essential to help diversify campuses.

The head of the Federal Student Aid (FSA) office Richard Cordray announced Friday he would step down from his role following the difficulties with the first season of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms. “My first day at FSA was May 4, 2021. Next week, my three-year term as the Chief…

LUMBERTON, N.C. (WBTW) — Robeson County school officials are encouraging the district’s graduating seniors to fill out their FAFSA applications by the June 30 deadline. “Completing this application is the first step towards unlocking free funding and scholarships to assist students in their college journeys,” said Jessica Sealey, a spokesperson for the Public Schools of […]

During Richard Cordray’s tenure at the agency, the botched rollout of the new FAFSA upended the college admissions process.

According to a letter to staff obtained by CNN, Richard Cordray said Friday that he will not be continuing in his role for another three-year term.

Grandparents looking to support their grandchildren's future education can invest money into a 529 plan. This savings account gives users an easy route to start planning how they will fund their...

The departure of student loan chief Richard Cordray is a welcome development after the Department of Education botched the launch of the new FAFSA.