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.
Read Matthew Arrojas's Latest Articles
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Competency-based degrees are quick, affordable programs that allow early professionals to demonstrate their skills. Learn if this is the right fit for you.
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Best Online BSN Programs for Non-Nurses
Online accelerated nursing bachelor's programs vary wildly, so learn which one might be best suited to your needs here.
July 18, 2025
Fastest Bachelor's Degrees You Can Get Online
Looking to earn your degree faster? Check out these accelerated programs to get your bachelor's degree in fewer than four years.
July 16, 2025
Best Online Social Work Master's Programs of 2025
Thinking of attending a social work master's program online? Discover our picks for the top online MSW programs and what makes them stand out.
July 14, 2025
One Big Beautiful Bill Has Huge Impacts on Higher Ed. Here's Everything Students Need to Know
President Donald Trump's sweeping tax and spending bill ushers in significant changes to the federal financial aid and student loan system, impacting most college students.
