A look ahead at the federal policies taking effect in 2026 that will shape how students and families pay for college.

CreditNinja reports on emergency hardship financial aid, offering quick relief for unexpected crises via government programs ...

You should feel euphoria and relief when you’re finally, mercifully accepted to college. But if your jaw drops in shock at how little financial aid you’ve received, it’s time to take action. These six ...

Learn how to evaluate a financial aid offer, compare net prices and understand what makes a good deal before choosing a ...

Get any of our free daily email newsletters — news headlines, opinion, e-edition, obituaries and more. A big increase in the tax on university endowments is adding to financial uncertainty for the ...

A 529 savings plan can be a powerful tool when saving for future education expenses because investments in the plan can increase tax-free, but many savers don’t take full advantage of the benefits ...

I came into the financial aid business in a most unusual way. I didn’t want to be a director of financial aid (DFA). I had long planned to study for ordained ministry. That didn’t work out, and I went ...

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A class-action lawsuit filed yesterday accuses 40 of the nation’s top private colleges and universities — including MIT, NYU and Brown — and College Board of a conspiracy to ...