USA Funds Update

 USA Funds Accepts Applications for $3.2 Million in Scholarships
USA Funds is accepting applications online for a total of $3.2 million in scholarships to assist college students from low-to-moderate-income households. Read more.

Operations Bulletin

Policy Frequently Asked Question: Lender Buydown of Grad-PLUS Federal Default Fee
USA Funds’ policy experts address whether lenders may pay the federal default fee on Grad PLUS loans. Read more.

Tech Talk

Meteor Tip: Accessing Meteor Through OpenNet
School users of the OpenNet loan-delivery system can access education-loan data through the Meteor network. Learn how.

Debt-Management Perspectives

Six Steps Can Help Students Budget Wisely
For students struggling managing finances during and following the holidays, financial-aid professionals can be an excellent source of assistance. USA Funds University offers steps to suggest that students take in creating and sticking to a budget. Read more.