Education Dept Launches New Online Hub for Student Aid Data
Published Date: 7/15/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Department of Education is rolling out a new, smarter system called Federal Student Aid Partner Connect to replace two older systems. This change makes it easier and safer for users to access student aid info all in one place. If you work with student aid data, get ready for this update—no extra costs, just a smoother experience coming soon!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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New FSA Partner Connect Records
The Department of Education created a new system of records called "Federal Student Aid Partner Connect" (18-11-24) and rescinded the two prior notices: Postsecondary Education Participants System (PEPS) (18-11-09) and Student Aid Internet Gateway (SAIG), Participation Management System (18-11-10). Records that were covered by PEPS and SAIG are now covered by the FSA Partner Connect system of records.
Consolidated, More Secure Web Platform
The Department is integrating distinct legacy lines of business into a single web-based platform to simplify the user experience while leveraging modernized, more secure technology. This is intended to make it easier and safer for users to access student aid information in one place.
No Additional Costs for Users
The notice says this update provides a smoother experience for users and indicates there are no extra costs for users associated with the change. Users who work with student aid data should prepare for the update to the consolidated system.
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