A student from Riverside Academy, a partner high school within our College Access and Success program, testifies about the impact of FAFSA challenges at a Buffalo City Council meeting.
By Pheben Kassahun
Originally broadcast on News 12 Bronx on March 6, 2024
The financial aid fiasco has created headaches for Western New York families. Designed to make the process easier, the new simplified FAFSA rollout has now created a backlog for students trying to receive their financial aid package.
This financial assistance stressor was taken to the council chamber floor Wednesday night as city leaders, college officials and local organizations all lend a helping hand.
Riverside Academy High School senior Ahmed is one of many who are facing issues with FAFSA delays.
“I’m still waiting for my FAFSA to be processed. I was one of the earlier ones to submit it on January 7th, I think,” Ahmed shared.
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