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The Fiasco That Delayed College Decision Day
May 13, 2024
Ellie Bruecker, Director of research at the Institute for College Access and Success, discusses the delays in college decision day due to FAFSA issues. Topics include Israeli forces in Gaza, student protests at commencement speeches, Senator Bob Menendez's corruption trial, and Shakira's tax troubles.
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- Extended FAFSA issues led to delayed college decision deadlines, creating uncertainty for students.
- Data reveals FAFSA completion decline disproportionately affects low-income students, raising concerns about access to financial aid.
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Impact of FAFSA on College Decision Deadlines and Financial Aid Delays
Many high school seniors faced extended college decision deadlines due to issues with the FAFSA application process, causing delays in receiving financial aid packages. Problems with the new FAFSA version included errors and glitches that led to reduced aid for some families and blocked applications for students with undocumented parents. Colleges were unable to send timely aid offers, leaving students uncertain about their college choices with limited time.
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