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Republicans' so-called "one big, beautiful bill" package of tax cuts and spending provisions would aim to address a shortfall in the Pell Grants program, as well as expand access to the program for ...

The 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' (OBBBA) introduces significant changes to the Pell Grant program, impacting both eligibility and program coverage. If you're planning to apply for a Pell Grant, you ...

Faithly Flores, born and raised in Austin, is the first in her family to “even get a foot in the door” of college. It wasn’t easy. Flores, 24, tried to attend classes at Austin Community College when ...

For many students and their families, federal student aid is key for college access. And yet, the Trump administration's budget proposal for fiscal year 2026 calls for significant cuts to higher ...

For many students and their families, federal student aid is key for college access. And yet, the Trump administration’s budget proposal for fiscal year 2026 calls for significant cuts to higher ...