Between lightning-fast completion times and innovative state policy, FAFSA completion rates are up 12% over the Class of 2023, according to the National College Attainment Network.
Recent economic headwinds and policy changes have led to proposed or enacted cuts to public university and college funding across at least 15 states this year.
A draft executive order would block states from regulating AI, despite the passage of sweeping measures to protect students from harmful AI-generated content.
More of the agency's responsibilities are being handed off to other departments, which will take control of workforce programs, college access and child care.
