While much of the higher education sector’s attention is understandably focused on the sweeping changes of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” it’s important not to lose sight of other regulatory updates and approaching deadlines that also demand attention. The Department of Education’s (ED) Federal Update session on June 26,...
As of May 5, 2025, the Department of Education resumed automated NSLDS post-screening updates via ISIR transactions, as outlined in Electronic Announcement APP-25-14. This development has significant implications for institutions participating in Title IV programs. What to Expect • ISIR Updates via FPS: Institutions will receive updated 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 ISIRs containing...
The U.S. Department of Education has updated the Return to Title IV (R2T4) regulations (34 CFR 668.22), effective July 1, 2026, with an option for early implementation starting February 3, 2025 on certain regulations. These changes aim to provide more flexibility for institutions while maintaining compliance with federal guidelines. Let’s break...
In two separate Electronic Announcements, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) detailed significant changes in the Federal Student Aid identity verification process. These changes affect how schools handle verification for those students who are already selected, or who should be selected, for V4 or V5 verification. While temporary, they will...
While exhibiting at NASFAA’s 2024 Leadership & Legislative Conference & Expo, Parker Charlton, FAAC® and I had the opportunity to attend sessions featuring both the Secretary of Education, Miguel Cardona, and a panel of Department of Education (ED) officials. They acknowledged the challenges posed by the 2024-2025 FAFSA and subsequent...
Even half a year after new rules for Return to Title IV (R2T4) exemptions went into effect — and as we consider specific scenarios stemming from the changes — we continue to learn more and fill in the gaps in knowledge to assist institutions. Recently, we contacted the Department of Education...