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Recently, NASFAA updated our Presidential Search Web Center to provide a timeline outlining the process and milestones for the ongoing Presidential Search Committee. On the webpage, you can select the timeline to see a larger version of the graphic. Be sure to explore our Presidential Search Web Center and review the position profile, which outlines the vision and expectations for this role.

On Friday, the Department of Education (ED) finalized rules for two topics it negotiated as part of its Program Integrity and Institutional Quality rulemaking committee from 2023-24. While it missed the November 1 deadline that would have made the rules for Return of Title IV Funds (R2T4) and distance education effective this upcoming July, ED opted for early implementation of several provisions, with the rest becoming effective July 1, 2026.

Yes, according to guidance NASFAA has received from the U.S. Department of Education (ED), post-enrollment or graduation awards are considered other financial assistance (OFA). These include retention grants, scholarships, loans, etc. given between academic years and awards or prizes given after graduation. View the full answer to this question to learn more.

NASFAA's 2025 Leadership & Legislative Conference & Expo will convene February 9-12 in Washington, D.C. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our platinum and gold sponsors — College Board, Earnest, and College Ave Student Loans — for all they have done to help make this a successful conference.

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