The FAFSA financial aid release puts college aspirations on hold

Ashnaelle Bijoux is struggling to submit her FAFSA form, delaying her college plans. The new FAFSA application rollout has caused delays, with many students not receiving financial aid offers. Enrollment in colleges is down due to the difficulties in submitting the FAFSA. The Education Department has faced criticism for the botched rollout, leaving students unsure about their college futures. The delays in financial aid offers pose a major threat to colleges, especially small ones. The FAFSA has been revamped to be simpler, but various issues have arisen, affecting students like Bijoux and Camryn Carter. The Education Department is working to address the issues, but students are still facing uncertainty about their college plans.

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