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NY Education Department Faces Criticism Over FAFSA Data Delays

12/23/2025

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The New York State Education Department is under scrutiny for not providing FAFSA completion data.
Data show 68% of high school seniors completed the FAFSA in 2025, up 3% from 2024.
State Senator Andrew Gounardes criticized delays and said more completions could unlock about $200 million in Pell Grants.
The SED will release verified data once the review with schools is complete.

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Story summary

The New York State Education Department is under scrutiny for not providing FAFSA completion data.
Data show 68% of high school seniors completed the FAFSA in 2025, up 3% from 2024.
State Senator Andrew Gounardes criticized delays and said more completions could unlock about $200 million in Pell Grants.
The SED will release verified data once the review with schools is complete.