Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)

Applying for college financial aid? Here’s what’s different about this year’s FAFSA

The updated FAFSA form launched last week — the earliest it’s been available in the program’s history, according to the ...
LAist

Financial aid help (and maybe a free laptop) for students in public housing

A partnership between L.A.’s housing authority and the Southern California College Attainment Network (SoCal CAN) will provide free financial aid application support for public housing residents this ...

College financial aid: What students, families need to know about 2026 FAFSA changes

It’s time to apply for college. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is open and marks the beginning of college application season. The process should be streamlined after a couple of ...
Sacramento State University

Financial Aid Forms: Understanding The Steps

Effective for the 2025-26 aid year, students/parents will submit some financial aid forms through the Verification Documents Online. Document upload issues? If you are experiencing issues uploading ...
NPR

Should federal rental aid come with a time limit? Here's how it works in one place

When Becca Morris applied for a federal housing subsidy years ago, her life was in turmoil. She'd had a son at age 19, the father was in and out of rehab and prison, and she was couch surfing with ...
The New York Times

White House Eyes Overhaul of Federal Housing Aid to the Poor

The Trump administration has considered sharply curtailing vouchers as part of its budget for the 2026 fiscal year. By Tony Romm Reporting from Washington The White House is considering deep cuts to ...