FAFSA 2024-25 Rollout Sparks Frustration and Financial Aid Concerns
TL;DR
The rollout of the new FAFSA has been problematic, with the form only intermittently available since its Dec. 30 launch. A significant mistake in the form, related to failing to adjust for inflation, could reduce federal financial aid for many students unless remedied. The U.S. Department of Education is considering whether to fix this issue, which could further delay aid offers. The potential remedies come with complications, as making the inflation adjustment would pose significant challenges for the department and potentially delay aid offers from schools to families.
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