In the coming weeks, we’ll digest this decision & consult with partners/experts on what it means for supporting students of color going forward. We’ll continue to work with our members, fight to mitigate this ruling's effects, & to find new ways to move forward. (4/8)

NCAN's statement on today's #SCOTUS ruling on effectively ending #AffirmativeAction in higher ed - a #thread 🧵 (1/8)

. Federal Student Aid announced today that the new #BetterFAFSA will be delayed until December 2023. Also included in the announcement:
➡️ #PellGrant look up tables to be released in May
➡️New FAFSA preview available in July
➡️FAFSA estimator available early fall
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We're #hiring a Chief of Talent, Strategy, & Operations! This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has managed people & strategic initiatives, & believes in closing equity gaps for all students through postsecondary attainment. Learn more & apply! lnkd.in/eMn7CFBa

Today, the #PellGrant is worth less than 30% of the average cost of attendance of a 4-year university, & that’s why we care. Tell us why Pell matters to you this Valentine’s with #BeMyPELLentine ! tinyurl.com/783c5wwn

$7,395 is my new favorite number here at National College Attainment Network (NCAN) - the agreed upon historic increase to the max Pell Grant for the 23-24 academic year. On the road to #doublePell to address affordability for all students. #thankful4Pell

NCAN supports President Biden & Secretary Miguel Cardona's call to #DoublePell . Learn more about how public institutions are growing increasingly unaffordable for #PellGrant recipients: ncan.org/page/affordabi…

🎓📚@NCAN members appreciate FSA's hard work implementing FAFSA Simplification and Richard Cordray's remarks this morning at the FSA Conference: 'We continue to remain on track as we're working very hard to absorb all these mandatory changes to the FAFSA.'

I am #Thankful4Pell since a Pell Grant allowed me to complete my degree and pay it forward by leading
National College Attainment Network (NCAN), dedicated to closing equity gaps in postsecondary attainment. #DoublePell to create more opportunity. @senatorcardin Senator Chris Van Hollen Rep. John Sarbanes

The notion that financial aid covers the cost of college is, unfortunately, a fallacy. Our new analysis finds an average unmet need of more than $3,200 in 44 states for Pell recipients at 4 year public colleges. Explore the national and state data here: ncan.org/page/affordabi….

States have seen significant jumps in the share of students completing the form after adopting mandates...
More States Require High School Seniors to Fill Out Financial Aid Form nytimes.com/2022/10/14/you… National College Attainment Network (NCAN) Bill DeBaun

Don't miss this webinar, current fellows will be available to answer questions live!

Have questions about the federal student debt relief plan & application process? Join NCAN for this #webinar 💻 on Oct. 19 at 2pm ET. Learn more & register: bit.ly/3SYtYne

Are you an aspiring leader of color in the college attainment field? NCAN is now accepting applications for our 2023 Leading for Equity Fellowship program. Learn more & apply - applications are due 11/7! bit.ly/3mREDBv

✨We're growing! And we'd love to have you on our team. ncan.org/page/WorkatNCAN

Boarding soon for #ncan2022 . Can’t wait for our National College Attainment Network (NCAN) reunion!

🚨 Member Alert! 🚨 We're modernizing our bylaws to allow members to vote electronically at our annual meeting! We need a majority of our ~500 regular members to submit their ballots. Please see the link in Success Digest to get your ballot, and thank you!

Yesterday’s student loan forgiveness announcement is a big deal, love it or hate it. But, there was more to it than $10 or $20K in forgiveness. Let’s talk about why the proposed IDR changes are huge for #todaysstudents . 🧵

👏 We applaud the closing statement: The Biden-Harris Administration will keep fighting to reduce the cost of higher education by working to make community college free and doubling the maximum size of the Pell Grant. ed.gov/news/press-rel…👏

⏳ As the clock ticks on the student loan payment pause set to expire on Aug. 31, catch up on the latest federal student debt updates and cancellation actions taken so far. ⏳
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