by Carla Arsaga | Dec 18, 2025 | Blog
The Reconciliation Bill, substantial cuts to the Department of Education and the role of AI in higher education were among the big discussions this year. Among the growing number of conversations in financial aid in 2025, one common theme was clear – the financial aid...
by Carla Arsaga | Jul 22, 2025 | Blog
Certain provisions in the Reconciliation Bill are effective upon enactment. By Rick Cox The Department of Education issued Dear Colleague Letter GEN-25-04 on July 18, 2025, to provide information on certain provisions in the bill. Most of the provisions in the act...
by Carla Arsaga | Jul 18, 2025 | Blog
Please note that the Department of Education must make system updates and publish guidance on the changes. By Rick Cox and Siobahn Arbogast The Reconciliation Bill has now been passed to go into effect July 1, 2026. Please note that the Department of Education must...
by Carla Arsaga | May 8, 2025 | Blog
The recent reconciliation bill, which now waits to go to the full House, includes changes to Pell Grant eligibility, the elimination of Grad PLUS loans and the repeal of key components that are part of Title IV federal student aid. By Rick Cox The House Education and...
