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Funding Risk: 4 College Savings Mistakes That Could Cost You a Fortune Later

College savings sounds like one of those “future you” problems—important, sure, but not urgent when life is busy, bills are loud, and kids are still small. Yet this is one of those financial topics where small missteps early can quietly snowball into massive regrets later. Tuition keeps climbing, student debt…

The Free Financial Advisor

Trump's $12 Billion Aid For Farmers An 'Admission' That President's Policies Have Hurt Americans, Says This Economist

President Donald Trump’s $12 billion financial aid package for U.S. farmers who are currently reeling from the fallout of his administration’s trade and tariff policies, alongside low market prices, is being criticized by prominent economists, analysts, and even some farmers themselves.

Benzinga

MacKenzie Scott has just given away $17 million to Oklahoma's oldest public community college, where 80% of its students receive financial aid

MacKenzie Scott is continuing her giving streak to colleges, this time with a $17 million “life-changing” donation to Northern Oklahoma College.

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Andrew Yang Backs Trump's $2,000 Tariff Dividend Plan, Urges Democrats To 'Get Onboard' To Support Working Class

Andrew Yang, the former Democratic presidential nominee, has thrown his support behind President Donald Trump‘s proposal to provide direct financial aid to Americans.

Benzinga

Pushback against phaseout of fossil fuels upsets COP30 climate talks as EU rejects draft deal

The EU rejected the new draft deal, calling for stronger climate commitments and fossil fuel discussions

Euronews

College could now cost you half a million dollars. Here’s how to pay for it

‘Even as little as $10 set aside each month can make a meaningful difference down the road,’ says one financial expert

The Independent UK

Macron to host Zelensky in Paris amid dispute over frozen Russian funds

President Emmanuel Macron will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Paris on Monday, as France seeks to reaffirm long-term support for Ukraine and build on recent efforts to boost military and financial aid. The Elysée said the meeting would be the Ukrainian leader’s ninth trip to France since the Russian…

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Trump’s proposed cuts to work study threaten to upend a widely supported program that helps students offset college costs

Work study works, doesn’t it?

The Conversation

Key executive convicted of defrauding JPMorgan Chase is sentenced to over 5 years in prison

A top executive at a startup company that helped college students apply for financial aid has been sentenced to over five years in prison for cheating JPMorgan Chase in a $175 million buyout four years ago

The Independent UK

Trump Says US To End Aid To Colombia Over Drug Production

President Donald Trump said Sunday the United States is halting financial aid to Colombia, a longstanding US ally, as he accused its president of condoning the production of drugs.

International Business Times

Trump Would 'Not Be Generous' To Argentina If President Javier Milei Loses The Midterm Elections: 'Not Going To Waste Our Time'

President Donald Trump has made a significant statement regarding the future of Argentina’s financial aid package, linking it to the outcome of the country’s upcoming midterm elections.

Benzinga

A fragmented legal system and threat of deportation are pushing higher education out of reach for many undocumented students

The Trump administration is upending norms and policies across the American educational system. One of the many groups facing uncertainty are prospective and current students living in the country without legal authorization.

The Conversation

FAFSA Advice for 2025

A new federal financial aid application drops on October 1 — and being an early bird will likely pay off.

Kiplinger

Charlie Javice sentenced to 7 years in prison for fraudulent $175M sale of financial aid startup

The 33-year-old founder of the startup student financial aid company Frank has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison

The Independent UK

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Student Loan Shake-Up: What the OBBB Means for Parent PLUS Borrowers, From a Financial Aid Expert

For students starting a new program on/after July 1, 2026, loans will be capped at $20,000 annually, and parents can borrow no more than $65,000 total, a big change from the unlimited borrowing setup.

The Conversation

Trump isn’t cutting Pell Grants, after all − but other changes could complicate financial aid for some students

As an education researcher who has studied the economic returns of higher education, I know that college degrees remain cost-effective investments for most students.

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7 College-Aid Mistakes That Reduce Your Kid’s Award

Paying for college is one of the biggest financial challenges families face. Financial aid can make higher education more affordable, but only if families avoid...

The Conversation

Hunger among South African students: study shows those studying remotely need financial aid for food

The spectre of food insecurity unfortunately haunts many households in South Africa.

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The Conversation

South Africa’s student debt trap: two options that could help resolve the problem

Education is widely regarded as the road to a better life. Yet the rising cost of tertiary education means many students can only go to university if they get financial aid, bursaries or loans.

Everybody Loves Your Money

Could Financial Aid Letters Be Designed to Confuse Students on Purpose

A college acceptance letter can feel like winning the lottery, but the financial aid packet that follows often reads like a riddle. Instead of clear answers about what college will actually cost, students face pages of cryptic terms and oddly cheerful numbers.

The Free Financial Advisor

10 Financial Moves That Break FAFSA Eligibility

Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a key step for families hoping to lower the cost of college. But not everyone knows that certain financial decisions can hurt your chances of getting aid. Some moves might seem smart at first, but they can raise your…

Fortune

Colleges have a new worry: ‘Ghost students’—AI powered fraud rings angling to get millions in financial aid

The DOE found $90 million had been disbursed to ineligible students, including $30 million that went to stolen identities of deceased individuals.

The Free Financial Advisor

7 Investment Accounts That Could Disqualify You From Financial Aid for Your Kids

Parents often work hard to save for their children’s future, but some savings strategies can unintentionally reduce the chances of qualifying for financial aid. The type of account you choose can directly impact the amount of need-based aid your child receives. Certain assets are factored more heavily into financial aid…

Benzinga

New Federal Student Loan Caps Threaten Medical Careers — Here's What Aspiring Doctors Need To Know

Recent changes to federal student loan rules are raising concerns about the future of medical education and the availability of doctors in the U.S. Starting next July, new federal loan limits will make it harder for aspiring doctors to finance their training.

The Independent UK

College endowment tax is leading to hiring freezes and could mean cuts in financial aid

An increase in the tax on university endowments is creating financial challenges for the wealthiest U.S. colleges

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