Coffee with KHEAA

FAFSA Workaround and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (with Brandi Forker and Brandon Brown)

In Episode 6, we're excited to welcome Brandon Brown and Brandi Forker to the show! In today's episode, we explore workarounds for mixed-status families, offering guidance on navigating the process without Social Security Numbers. We also unpack the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program: what it is, who qualifies, and how to sign up. We cover important deadlines and steps to get started on the path to loan forgiveness.

FAFSA Reports from the Field (with MacKenzie Massey)

Join hosts Casi and Keith as they welcome special guest MacKenzie Massey to discuss the latest updates on FAFSA February and the ongoing delays with the 2024-25 FAFSA. Mac shares firsthand insights into the day-to-day filing experiences in the field, shedding light on the current climate. The episode also covers an important announcement from the Department of Education/Federal Student Aid regarding the new March timeline, along with frustrations and implications stemming from the delays.
Don't forget to mark your calendars for FAFSA February and Sunday FAFSA Funday—we've got some great events lined up. Keep pushing through, folks. We're in this together!

Don't Worry About FAFSA Delays

In this episode, we kick off with a casual coffee talk, debating between team snow and team spring. Delving into viewer questions, we tackle topics ranging from legal guardianship to taxes on scholarships. Updates on the FSA ID process for undocumented parents are also shared. Exploring community concerns, we discuss the nuances of multiple student applications and data accessibility. Additionally, we provide insights into recent updates, including income protection allowances and inflation adjustments. We shine a spotlight on FAFSA completion initiatives across Kentucky, from FAFSA February to Sunday FAFSA Fun day, offering valuable resources for listeners. Tune in for all the latest FAFSA updates and initiatives!

Surviving the Opening of the 2024-25 FAFSA

Join us as we discuss personal experiences with the 2024-25 FAFSA soft launch. We break down what a soft launch entails and explore common glitches encountered by applicants. Despite challenges, we also highlight positive experiences emerging from the process. Delving into expectations, we address when a full launch might occur and when applicants can anticipate hearing back after filing.

Latest FAFSA News

In this episode, we discuss the latest FAFSA updates and challenges. We cover delays in college processing, FSA ID authentication for undocumented students, and the importance of identifying parent contributors. We also highlight paper FAFSA processing and the potential waiver of verifications due to timeline delays. Tune in for valuable resources and recommendations.

Intro to Coffee with KHEAA

Coffee with KHEAA is a new series where our Director and Assistant Director of Outreach spill the beans on all the financial aid hot topics. Stay tuned for more episodes and more piping hot paying-for-college tea.