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Research, Tools & Insights
We evaluate education policies, practices, and dollars spent through a single lens: what’s right for students — preschool through college. Here’s our latest work, featuring our signature data, research, and recommendations.
How to Prioritize Funding for Students’ Social, Emotional, and Academic Development
August 07, 2024 by Students’ social & emotional well-being are linked to academic learning. States should prioritize funding programs that holistically support students’ needs.
Navigating the Better FAFSA
March 21, 2024 by Ed Trust In December 2020, Congress passed the bipartisan FAFSA Simplification Act that mandated a new, simpler Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which overhauled the federal financial aid formula.
A Map of Anti-DEI Efforts on College Campuses Across the U.S.
Threats to DEI are only growing stronger, with continued plans to introduce bills in the next legislative session, and attacks occurring on the accreditation front. Use our interactive dashboard to keep track of the evolving attacks on DEI across the states.
Latest from Our Blog
Underperforming Schools in Texas and the Lack of A-F School Ratings
August 27, 2024 by Judith Cruz Texas now faces the possibility of a fifth consecutive year without issuing consequential school ratings.
Why DEI Programs Matter to College Students
July 29, 2024 by Emmanuel Marshall DEI programs for students of color in college can be life-changing for underserved and/or overlooked populations.
Addressing Mental Health and Wellness on HBCU Campuses
July 26, 2024 by Taliya Jones The mental health crisis affects students of color the most. HBCUs must support Black students’ mental well-being on campus.
A Unified Call to Reduce Chronic Absenteeism
July 24, 2024 by Carolyn Phenicie Chronic absenteeism skyrocketed during COVID-19 and has stayed high even as the pandemic has waned. A plan to reduce it by 50%.
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Latest from Our Press Room
Federal TRIO Program Eligibility
August 23, 2024 by Ed Trust EdTrust comment on Federal TRIO Program Eligibility
Ensuring Full FAFSA Functionality is Key
August 08, 2024 by Ed Trust Statement from Wil Del Pilar, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of EdTrust on the Biden-Harris administration’s FAFSA announcement
States Should Prioritize Funding for Students’ Social, Emotional, and Academic Development
August 07, 2024 by Ed Trust New EdTrust report evaluates uses of pandemic relief funds to support students’ well-being
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