In response to the recent Executive Order (EO) proposing the elimination of the Department of Education (ED), NASFAA has developed essential resources to help navigate the resulting questions and concerns. We've created two FAQs to provide clarity: one tailored specifically for financial aid administrators, delving into the legality of the EO and the potential impacts on Title IV administration, and another designed in student-friendly language that you can use to address common student worries about the future of federal financial aid, including grants, loans, and the FAFSA process. We encourage you to review both documents to stay informed and effectively communicate with your campus community.

Below, you can also find PDF versions of these FAQs:

• Financial Aid Administrator Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Potential Elimination of the Department of Education and Its Impact on Federal Student Aid

• Student Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Potential: Elimination of the Department of Education and Its Impact on Federal Student Aid

Publication Date: 4/18/2025