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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education is shaking up the world of higher education with a new set of regulations that promise to transform how online learning and financial …
New Education Rules Aim to Revolutionize Online Learning and Financial Aid Reporting Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A blockbuster announcement from the Biden-Harris Administration has sent waves through the world of higher education and public service. An additional $4.28 billion in student loans has been …
Biden Administration Forgives $4.28 Billion in Student Loans for Public Servants—Big Win for Working Americans Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Millions of student loan borrowers finally have new options to manage their debt. The U.S. Department of Education has reopened two critical repayment plans—Pay As You Earn (PAYE) …
Relief for Millions: U.S. Department of Education Reopens Student Loan Repayment Plans Amid Legal Turbulence Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania schools are stepping up to the plate to lead the charge toward sustainability, innovation, and environmental stewardship as the Shapiro Administration opens applications for the prestigious U.S. …
Shapiro Administration Champions Sustainability and Education with Green Ribbon Schools Program Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education has announced several advancements and strategic initiatives concerning the 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Over 1.5 million applications have been …
Department of Education Highlights FAFSA Improvements and New Initiatives Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education has called on state and local education agencies to adopt comprehensive policies guiding the use of student personal devices in schools. To support …
U.S. Department of Education Urges Schools to Implement Student Device Policies Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education has officially launched the 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®), releasing it 10 days ahead of its anticipated December 1 launch …
Early Release of 2025–26 FAFSA Form Promises Easier Access to College Financial Aid Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) and the U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) have forged a collaborative agreement …
USDA and Department of Education Partner to Enhance College Student Access to SNAP Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Biden-Harris Administration has announced an additional $70 million investment to expand access to mental health services in schools across the United States. This funding initiative is …
Biden-Harris Administration Allocates $70 Million to Enhance School-Based Mental Health Services Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant move to alleviate student debt burdens, the Biden-Harris Administration has announced the approval of an additional $4.5 billion in student loan relief for over 60,000 …
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $4.5 Billion in Student Loan Relief for Public Service Workers Read More