Federal student aid programs are changing in response to the Trump administration’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA), which was signed on July 4, 2025. These changes directly affect undergraduate, graduate and professional student borrowers effective July 1, 2026.
The bill affects Pell Grants, federal...
Federal student aid programs are changing in response to the Trump administration’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA), which was signed on July 4, 2025. These changes directly affect undergraduate, graduate and professional student borrowers effective July 1, 2026.
The bill affects Pell Grants, federal student loans, loan caps and repayment plans.
Although there is no change in the Pell maximum award — $7,395 — for the 2026-2027 academic year, the bill changes the eligibility criteria for the program.
Students and families with significant assets may no longer be eligible for the Pell Grant. Additionally, students who receive non-federal grants and scholarships that cover the entire cost of attendance (COA) are no...
Federal student aid programs are changing in response to the Trump administration’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA), which was signed on July 4, 2025. These changes directly affect...
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