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I just dont understand why they didnt EMAIL US about this!!! How are we supposed to know whats going on if they dont tell us??? The whole system is broken and they expect us to just figure it out!
The Department of Education actually did send out a press release about this, but they're relying on schools to communicate with individual families. It's definitely a communication failure on their part. Always check studentaid.gov for updates rather than waiting for emails - they often post system-wide notices there first.
Just to follow up on my earlier comment - I checked with some colleagues today, and based on what we're seeing, these automatic corrections are taking about 3-5 days to process (not the 2-3 days the system claims). After that, schools typically need 5-7 business days to reprocess aid packages. Most schools are being very understanding about deposit deadlines right now. Don't panic if you don't have all the aid information by the standard May 1 deadline - just be proactive in communicating with the schools.
Thank you for the update! We've heard back from two schools already - one extended their deadline to May 15th for everyone, and the other said they'd work with us on a case-by-case basis. Such a relief to know we won't have to make decisions without all the information.
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Just realized I forgot to mention - make sure both you AND your son save the challenge questions and answers somewhere safe! My son forgot his and we had to go through this whole complicated process with calling in to reset it all. The system is super strict about security now.
Good point! I'll make sure we both record that information securely.
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engineer major = good choice!! my son did enginering and got a job paying 89k right after college and paid off his loans in 3 yrs. whatever u choose its prolly fine if shes in a field with good job prospecks
That's reassuring! She's really committed to mechanical engineering and has already lined up a freshman summer internship. I'm hoping she'll have good earning potential, but still want to make the smartest choice now.
One more consideration: if your family might qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness in the future (requires working for government or non-profit), only the Parent PLUS loans would potentially qualify if consolidated into a Direct Consolidation Loan and repaid on an income-contingent repayment plan. While engineering isn't typically associated with PSLF, many engineers do work for government agencies (DOT, DOE, military, local governments, etc.) Also, the current administration has been exploring targeted loan forgiveness options. While nothing is guaranteed, federal loans have consistently had more relief options than private loans during economic hardships.
DO NOT count on loan forgiveness! They've been dangling that carrot for decades while collecting billions in interest. Take it from someone who believed the PSLF promises - only a tiny fraction ever get approved after the 10 years of payments. It's basically a scam.
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Just a quick update based on what I'm seeing at my institution - many schools are now implementing "FAFSA delay forgiveness policies" for fall 2025 because this has been such a widespread issue. If your son's school hasn't announced anything like this yet, it might be worth specifically asking if they have any accommodations for students impacted by the federal FAFSA delays. Some schools are setting aside seats in high-demand courses specifically for these students.
That's fantastic news! I'll have him specifically ask about a "FAFSA delay forgiveness policy" when he contacts the department chairs. Fingers crossed his school is doing something similar.
After reading through all the comments, I think your best approach is a two-pronged strategy: 1. Have your son email department chairs with documentation of the FAFSA timeline 2. Then have him show up in person to the classes he wants during the first week Almost every school has a drop/add period, and professors have significant discretion during this time. If he's physically present and demonstrates interest and commitment, many professors will add him even if officially "full.
I think you're right about the two-pronged approach. We're drafting emails to department chairs tonight, and he'll definitely show up to those classes regardless of his official registration status. Thanks for the encouragement!
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wait did u include the condo as an asset?? i think theres a way to exclude your primary home from FAFSA calculations!
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Edison Estevez
•Actually, that's a common misconception. The primary home IS excluded from FAFSA calculations. The OP's issue is likely related to their combined income and possibly retirement/investment accounts, not their primary residence. This is one of those areas where speaking directly with a FSA representative can help clarify what specific factors influenced their SAI.
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UPDATE: Thanks everyone for the advice! We had a productive meeting with the financial aid office today. Turns out there were a few issues: 1. We incorrectly reported my 401k as an investment rather than a retirement account 2. We didn't document that we're both still paying off our own student loans 3. My wife qualifies for a teaching grant program for her specific field (special education) We're submitting a professional judgment review with the correct information and documentation of our current student loan payments. The aid counselor thinks this should significantly lower our SAI. Plus the teaching grant doesn't depend on FAFSA numbers anyway. Really appreciate all the help from everyone here. The system is definitely complicated when you're in that middle-income zone!
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