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A new real-time screening system is protecting federal student aid from "ghost student" scams that cost taxpayers over $1 billion. The tool flags suspicious applications before fraudulent payments go out, ensuring aid reaches real students who need it.
More Washington high school seniors than ever before applied for college financial aid this year, climbing from 47th to 40th in national rankings. The surge came after a statewide campaign brought together teachers, businesses, and even the Seattle Mariners to help students unlock funding for their futures.
Minnesota State University Moorhead is making college more affordable for local students with new $6,000 scholarships for Fargo area graduates. The program keeps bright students close to home while easing the financial burden of higher education.
Spherion Mid Ohio is awarding up to $5,000 to students who demonstrate leadership and community service. The program has already helped 17 students nationwide pursue their education dreams.
Eight Nebraska high school students just earned $500 scholarships simply for learning how to pay for college. EducationQuest Foundation rewarded teens who took the initiative to understand financial aid, proving that asking for help can literally pay off.
Seven University of Arizona seniors are being recognized at commencement for turning personal challenges into powerful commitments to serve others. From a rural EMT with a 4.0 GPA to a first-generation student who worked full-time through high school, these graduates prove determination creates opportunity.
A summer bar crawl in Alexandria turned good times into bright futures, raising over $10,000 for local students. The event supported a scholarship fund that's awarded $24 million to more than 5,700 students since 1986.
Sullivan County's graduating students are on track to earn over $1.2 billion in their lifetimes thanks to a mentorship program connecting high schoolers to college and careers. The nonprofit tnAchieves is now touring all 67 Tennessee counties to share success stories and recruit more mentors.