Indiana cuts O'Bannon grants by up to 86%, impacting thousands of students' financial aid.

Indiana's Commission for Higher Education has approved cuts to the Frank O'Bannon grant, reducing financial aid awards for thousands of students due to increased eligibility from changes in the FAFSA. The cuts range from 14% to 86%, with public institution grants dropping from $6,200 to $5,300 and private institution grants from $12,400 to $10,600. Meanwhile, public colleges and universities have submitted budget requests highlighting new facilities for high-demand fields like nursing and automotive technology, aiming to reduce student debt and keep tuition low.

November 15, 2024
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