Real-time FAFSA results are live. As of May 31, 2026, students who submit a 2025-26 or 2026-27 FAFSA (or a correction) see their Student Aid Index and Pell eligibility instantly instead of waiting 1-3 days. Veterans still on the old timeline for now. https://thecollegeinvestor.com/81786/real-time-fafsa-result-launch/
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The FAFSA Just Got Instant: Department Of Education Ends Multi-Day Processing Wait

The Department of Education launched real-time FAFSA results on May 31, 2026. Students now get their SAI and Pell eligibility instantly.

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Alberta government announces investment of more than $1 billion in student aid
More than $1 billion has been invested by the Alberta government for post-secondary education student aid ahead of June 3rd applications.
#Canada #Education #AlbertaStudentAid #Funding
https://globalnews.ca/news/11877033/alberta-government-investment-more-than-1b-student-aid/
Alberta government announces investment of more than $1 billion in student aid
More than $1 billion has been invested by the Alberta government for post-secondary education student aid ahead of June 3rd applications.
#Canada #Education #AlbertaStudentAid #Funding
https://globalnews.ca/news/11877033/alberta-government-investment-more-than-1b-student-aid/
Alberta government announces investment of more than $1 billion in student aid
More than $1 billion has been invested by the Alberta government for post-secondary education student aid ahead of June 3rd applications.
#Canada #Education #AlbertaStudentAid #Funding
https://globalnews.ca/news/11877033/alberta-government-investment-more-than-1b-student-aid/
Alberta government announces investment of more than $1 billion in student aid
More than $1 billion has been invested by the Alberta government for post-secondary education student aid ahead of June 3rd applications.
#Canada #Education #AlbertaStudentAid #Funding
https://globalnews.ca/news/11877033/alberta-government-investment-more-than-1b-student-aid/
A new GAO report finds the simplified FAFSA delivered on its goals. Pell Grant eligibility rose by 570,000 students (6%) and maximum-award eligibility jumped 31% — nearly 1.9 million more students qualified for the full $7,395.
Middle-income households ($60K–$125K) saw the largest gains.
https://thecollegeinvestor.com/80447/pell-grant-eligibility-jumped-after-fafsa-simplification-gao-finds/
#StudentAid #FAFSA #HigherEd
GAO Report: FAFSA Overhaul Added 1.9 Million Students to Pell Grant Rolls

A new GAO report finds FAFSA simplification expanded Pell Grant eligibility by 570,000 students and added 1.9 million to the max award rolls.

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Pitt is launching a free-tuition pledge for in-state families with household AGI of $75K or less. Covers four regional campuses (Bradford, Greensburg, Johnstown, Titusville nursing). Last-dollar program — students just file the FAFSA. Begins fall 2026. https://thecollegeinvestor.com/79992/pitt-launches-free-tuition-for-pennsylvania-families-earning-under-75000/ #HigherEd #StudentAid #FAFSA
Pitt Will Now Cover Full Tuition for PA Students From Families Earning Under $75K

The University of Pittsburgh will cover full tuition at its Bradford, Greensburg, Johnstown, and Titusville campuses for PA families earning under $75K.

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New identity checks on FAFSA applications stopped more than $1 billion in fraudulent student aid last year. Here’s the state-by-state breakdown: https://thecollegeinvestor.com/78733/california-tops-list-of-states-with-highest-student-aid-fraud-at-171-million/ #StudentAid #FAFSA #HigherEducation
Department of Education Says It Blocked $1 Billion in Student Aid Fraud

The Department of Education says FAFSA identity verification blocked $1B+ in student aid fraud. California led with $171M prevented. Here’s the state-by-state breakdown.

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