Matthew Arrojas
Expertise
- Higher Education Policy
- Student Loans
- Student Financial Aid
- FAFSA
- Accreditation
- Graduate Student Unions
- International Students
- College Free Speech
Education
- BA Journalism, University of Florida
Matthew is a higher education news reporter specializing in higher education policy changes that impact current and former college students and student loan borrowers.
Matthew’s main coverage focus is on federal and state higher education policy. That includes changes to the federal student loan system, college funding, and the financial aid system. He extensively covers changes to and the rollout of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
His coverage also centers on niche student groups, including students with experience in foster care, students with disabilities, and other historically underrepresented groups.
Matthew previously worked as the hospitality and tourism news reporter at the South Florida Business Journal. He also covered higher education policy issues at Gainesville’s NPR affiliate as a student at the University of Florida. He graduated with a BA in journalism with an outside concentration in history.
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APA vs. CACREP Accreditation
Learn about the differences between APA vs. CACREP accreditation and read about when each accreditor is needed for professional licensure.
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The Student's Guide to In-State vs. Out-of-State Tuition
Learn the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition, plus how you might qualify for lower tuition even if you're not a resident.
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Survey: Administrators Anticipate 'Disruption' of Financial Aid Delivery
When asked to rank concerns following staff cuts at the Department of Education, many said their worries lie in students' access to federal financial aid.
Trump Admin Proposes First Pell Grant Cut in Three Decades
President Donald Trump's budget calls for a 23% reduction in the maximum Pell Grant award.
