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Financial Aid Changes for 2026: What Families Should Know

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Do you know how the latest federal financial aid changes could impact your family?

Federal student aid rules changed significantly starting July 1, 2026, affecting how much families can borrow, who qualifies for grants, and what repayment options will look like. In this webinar recording, we cut through the confusion and give you a clear picture of the new landscape, what it means for your specific situation, and the planning steps that matter most right now. Whether you're an incoming freshman, a high school junior or senior, or a parent trying to make sense of it all, this is for you.

This session explores:

  • Key federal financial aid changes that took effect July 1, 2026

  • How updates to loans, grants, and repayment options may affect students and families

  • Important considerations when planning for college costs

  • Common questions families are asking about paying for college

  • Changes to federal loan eligibility, including updates to Parent PLUS Loans, Grad PLUS Loans, and loan amounts based on enrollment status

  • Planning considerations for families navigating college costs, including FAFSA, cost of attendance, scholarships, institutional aid, and repayment options

 

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