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Federal Student Aid (FSA) this month updated its instructions to help students and their contributors without a Social Security number (SSN) successfully submit the 2024-25 FAFSA form. When the 2024-25 FAFSA initially launched, a technical issue prevented contributors without an SSN from starting or accessing the form. FSA states that the issue has been resolved and that the updated instructions are meant to help students and contributors navigate issues that may impact user experience. The updated instructions also address frequently asked questions students may have, including what to do if a student invited a contributor to their FAFSA but they still don't see the form after logging into studentaid.gov, or what to do if a contributor doesn't have a U.S. mailing address.

Now in its fifth year the 2024 Progress, Accomplishment, Thriving, Hope (PATH) Scholarship Program, offered by the Ellucian Foundation, is currently accepting applications from institutions looking to provide aid to students in financial distress. Schools within the U.S., who meet eligibility requirements, have until May 24, 2024 to apply for the program. The scholarship program awards a single block grant between $10,000 and $25,000 with the ability to award up to $1,500 for individual students. Since the scholarship’s inception, Blue Icon Advisors, NASFAA’s consulting entity, has been heavily involved in the planning and implementation process, and has utilized its expertise to help ensure institutions can participate in the program. Learn more about this year’s scholarship and be sure to apply before the upcoming deadline.

Schedule your exam now for an exam session during May before the Certified Financial Aid Administrator® Knowledge Exam is updated for the 2024-25 award year as of June 1, 2024. Once certified, you never have to take the exam again as long as you recertify based on earning points for continuing to learn! Learn more about the testing process, apply online, and utilize candidate resources to review for the exam. Just be sure to prepare for the right award year based on the date you will take the exam, even if you purchase before the transition date.

Register for NASFAA’s 2024 virtual conference on July 8-11, 2024. The virtual conference will feature the same great aspects of the national conference you've come to know and love, but in a 100% virtual format. The content will consist entirely of unique sessions not offered at the NASFAA 2024 National Conference in Milwaukee. For one low price of $350, everyone on your NASFAA roster can participate in the conference. Want to learn more? Check out our upcoming sessions and speakers.

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