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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.
Hundreds of Nigerian students got hands-on money management training at a financial literacy event in Abuja. The initiative aims to prepare young people for an increasingly digital financial world.
Three college students in Angola just won a national science competition focused on making financial markets work better for everyone. Their prize includes cash, computers, and an internship that could launch their careers.
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After students were found spending financial aid on betting apps, South Africa's student loan agency and gambling board are launching a nationwide education campaign. The partnership will bring financial literacy workshops and awareness programs to campuses across the country in 2026.
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.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent welcomed over 50 students to the U.S. Department of the Treasury for an interactive financial literacy fair featuring games, resources, and vault tours. The event closed out Financial Literacy Month with a clear message: understanding money unlocks the American dream.
Angelo State University just expanded its scholarship program to help more students afford college without crushing debt. The changes mean an extra $1 million in financial aid next year for incoming freshmen and transfer students.
Thirteen Fordham University students just earned $95,000 in scholarships that will help them finish college without crushing debt. The awards came from Santander Bank's new national program supporting students who combine academic excellence with real financial need.
While South African universities struggle with funding delays, rural students reveal deeper barriers that financial aid alone can't solve. Their insights point toward real solutions for closing the opportunity gap.
Ghana's Young Investors Network just launched a nationwide program teaching students how to invest, save, and build wealth from an early age. Over 330,000 students across 400 schools have already benefited from the initiative.
Nigerian financial regulators brought banking education directly to high schoolers in Anambra State, teaching them how to save and build financial resilience. The program aims to transform young people's relationship with money before they even enter adulthood.
A new government loan program has eliminated financial dropouts at one Nigerian university, helping over 4,000 students stay in school. The school is now celebrating 147 first-class graduates at its upcoming ceremony.
Four Bard College students just won competitive federal scholarships worth up to $8,000 each to study everywhere from Bhutan to Berlin. The Gilman Scholarships help students with financial need experience the world without debt holding them back.
College students in India are using new student credit cards to build financial histories years before entering the workforce. Banks now offer zero-fee cards backed by small deposits, helping young people learn money management while establishing credit scores that matter for future loans.
Over a quarter of college students seeking counseling face financial insecurity, but new research shows coordinated campus support can transform outcomes. Penn State's national study offers a roadmap for universities to turn crisis into community.
Nigeria has distributed $109 million to help 800,000 students afford college since May 2024. The program pays tuition directly to schools and gives students monthly living expenses so no one misses out on education due to poverty.
Patrick Ball paid off $80,000 in student loans just three months into filming The Pitt. The actor teared up describing the profound relief after years of financial stress that had affected his relationships and mental health.
A Nigerian financial services company has invested over N40 million in education through an essay competition that's now in its 13th year. This year's contest challenges students to solve real problems about making insurance more accessible during tough economic times.
Nine Knox County students are heading to Ohio State University with financial support totaling $18,500, thanks to their local alumni club's commitment to education. The scholarships reward merit and keep talented hometown students pursuing their dreams.
The UK government is being urged to protect HIV funding as the world stands at a historic moment: the possibility of ending the AIDS pandemic by 2030. With US aid cuts threatening progress, Britain could step in and claim this incredible win.
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