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Navigating Institutional Accreditation: How to Get it and Keep it: Helping colleges and universities navigate the accreditation process successfully

The Change Leader, Inc.

Institutional accreditation is a quality assurance process that provides colleges and universities access to critical resources once attained: federal financial aid, the ability to transfer and accept student transcripts and credits, and the increased likelihood of degree acceptance from employers and other higher ed institutions.

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Study Abroad in College

Great College Advice

Photo credit above: The author on the banks of the Seine during his study abroad in college in France. . What are the financial implications of study abroad on your university experience, if any? In some cases, your financial aid and merit-based scholarships can be applied to a university-approved study abroad program.

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4 reasons expanding the Pell Grant to prisoners is a net good

University Business

This legislation builds on Congress’ 2020 decision to lift the 1994 ban, which opened about 200 Pell-eligible college programs in 48 states, Washington D.C. Now, an additional 30,000 imprisoned students will receive some $130 million in financial aid per year. and Puerto Rico. Saves taxpayers money.

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Your student loan payments are due: 3 strategies to support community college students’ financial wellness

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Financial aid offices are well-positioned to provide guidance on these areas, but there are likely other offices on campus who also have resources to support students as they make this financial transition such as money management centers or student services.

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Higher Ed Braces for Impact of Third-Party Service Regulation Expansion: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 149 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Mike Goldstein

The Change Leader, Inc.

The Department believes it’s responsible for ensuring that the Federal financial aid monies is being properly used, and thus are examining transactions between institutions and these enterprises. And I’ve been working on some very innovative projects for the future of American higher education. Who is running them?