Apr 22, 2021 | Initiatives, News
Over half of Floridians have lost their job, had a pay cut, or saw a reduction of hours because of COVID-19. Florida needs to increase access to high-quality workforce training and education so that Floridians have the credentials they need to achieve a rewarding...
Apr 8, 2021 | Florida FAFSA Challenge, Initiatives
VIEW THE DASHBOARD We are excited to announce the winners of the 2021 Florida FAFSA Challenge, a statewide campaign to increase the proportion of high school seniors completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). As of March 26, 34.3% of Florida...
Apr 1, 2021 | Initiatives, News
Sebring High School in Sebring, Florida (Highlands County) recently received national recognition for its work to increase the number of first-generation college students and students from low-income families who are pursuing a college degree or other higher education...
Mar 15, 2021 | Florida FAFSA Challenge, Initiatives
VIEW THE DASHBOARD The Florida FAFSA Challenge concludes in two weeks, and Florida is 18,445 FAFSAs away from reaching the goal of improving FAFSA completion statewide by 5% over last year. Congratulations to the 49 schools in Florida that had already met their 5%...
Jan 21, 2021 | Florida FAFSA Challenge, Initiatives
VIEW THE DASHBOARD In order to ensure Florida is talent strong, all Floridians must have access to education or training beyond high school. Did you know that 4 out of 5 Florida college students rely on federal, state, and school-based aid to attend college?...
Nov 3, 2020 | Florida FAFSA Challenge, Initiatives
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the best way to make college affordable. Completing the FAFSA gives students access to federal, state, and college-based sources to help pay for their postsecondary education. Check out FCAN’s Top 5 Reasons...