Tag: financial aid - The Diamondback

Maryland General Assembly proposes bill to investigate college savings program error

Throughout 2022, families across Maryland grappled with an error in the state’s prepaid college fund that left hundreds of account holders unable to access the benefits of their savings accounts.

Marwa Barakat
February 17, 2023

FAFSA needs to consider family circumstances when calculating financial aid

To be more considerate, FAFSA needs to consider family circumstances in their calculations

Dhruvak Mirani
December 6, 2022

Expanding Freshmen Connection serves UMD’s mandate

Selectivity isn't UMD's virtue. That's why we have to reform the Freshmen Connection program.

Dhruvak Mirani
November 21, 2022

Here’s what to know about changes to the FAFSA application

The department hopes to have the changes fully implemented by the 2024-2025 academic year, but some changes will be implemented in phases before then.

Nene Narh-Mensah
November 18, 2022

UMD announces $20M investment for need-based financial aid

The Terrapin Commitment program aims to cover tuition and fees for Pell eligible, in-state students who are enrolled full-time at the university.

Ilana Williams
October 24, 2022

RAs should not have to choose between financial aid and reduced room and board

Current laws harm financial aid prospects for RAs, and they must be changed.

Rebecca Scherr
September 21, 2022

UMD must give Asian humanities students scholarships to achieve equity

Scholarships will give Asian students more opportunity to pursue different professions.

Imaan Shikoh
September 19, 2022

Low-income students fought to get to college. They shouldn’t be used for schools’ profit.

Private schools must stop exploiting their poorer students

Adam Cullen
February 15, 2022

A guide to the college financial aid process

College comes with a big price tag. Here's a breakdown of different types of financial aid and some tips to help you along the way.

Amanda Hernández
July 3, 2021

UMD received more than $10.7 million to support students impacted by COVID-19

Applications for aid close Aug. 1.

Madison Peek
June 12, 2020

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