Bullet points of College students finally apply for financial aid after long summer of technical glitches
- The number of high school seniors who have completed their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is down 9% compared to last year, with some students facing technical glitches and delays.
- The FAFSA redesign has caused problems for students, with many forced to pick a college with limited information about their financial picture.
- The delays have had a disproportionate impact on low-income students and students of color, who may be less likely to enroll in college due to the uncertainty.
- Some students have had to delay enrolling in college or choose more affordable options, while others have had to take out loans or work part-time jobs to make ends meet.
- The FAFSA issues have also affected college housing, with some students unable to secure on-campus housing or forced to live off-campus at a higher cost.
- The delays have raised concerns about the potential impact on college enrollment and diversity, with some experts predicting a less racially and socioeconomically diverse student body.
- Students who are unable to complete the FAFSA may be forced to delay or forgo their education, which can have long-term consequences for their careers and earning potential.
- The FAFSA issues are a result of a redesign aimed at simplifying the form, but the launch has been plagued by errors and technical glitches.
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