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Applying For Student Aid Was Supposed to Be Easier This Year. It Wasn’t

Applying For Student Aid Was Supposed to Be Easier This Year. It Wasn’t

The Bay

June 5, 202419m 59s

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Applying for student aid this year was supposed to be easier for incoming college students, with a more simplified application process for FAFSA, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid. 

But technical problems and missed deadlines for the new form’s rollout has led to disastrous results for students, especially those who are undocumented or come from mixed status families. These issues are likely a big reason why California saw a major drop in FAFSA applications for the Class of 2024.

This episode was produced by Alan Montecillo, Ellie Prickett-Morgan, Tamuna Chkareuli and hosted by Ericka Cruz Guevarra.

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