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The FAFSA unlocks all federal student aid, including student loans, need-based Pell Grants, work-study and even some private scholarships. Colleges use the form to build financial aid offers for students. There’s no income limit to qualify for aid. The release is earlier than expected; the Education Department previously said it would open the FAFSA to […]
Eight million borrowers facing “persistent financial burdens,” such as those brought on by unexpected medical bills, natural disasters or high child care or family caregiving costs, could qualify for federal student loan forgiveness — but it’s not a done deal yet. The Education Department revealed new details of the financial hardship proposal on Friday, Oct. […]