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Colorado FAFSA Rates Up, Gaps Remain for Students

Colorado’s FAFSA completion rates have increased, but college advisers express concerns about certain students being left behind. The revamped Better FAFSA form is described as easier and faster to complete. Advisers highlight potential disparities in access and completion among different student groups.

Key Points

  • FAFSA completion rates in Colorado have risen overall
  • Advisers worry about inequities affecting underserved students
  • The updated Better FAFSA is simpler and quicker for applicants

Implications for Educational Freedom

Improved FAFSA access may empower more families to pursue higher education options, potentially enhancing parental choice in postsecondary paths. However, persistent gaps could highlight government overreach in aid distribution, limiting true educational freedom for all.

Source: Colorado’s FAFSA completion rates are up, but advisers worry about who’s getting left behind

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