FAFSA completion among Indiana’s high school seniors is down 28% as many struggle with registration.
Author Archives: Claire Rafford
Alma Mater: University of Notre Dame
Before coming to Mirror Indy, I covered business, development and housing for IndyStar.
Outside work, I love running, swimming, reading and hanging out with my cat. I'm also a coach for Girls on the Run of Central Indiana.
I’m passionate about giving Indianapolis residents — especially students — essential and accessible local news! Higher education can be difficult to navigate, and I want to be a resource that untangles that web.
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Local issues dominate southeast Indianapolis Republican primary
Four candidates are facing off to replace Rep. Mike Speedy in House District 90.
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Want to go to college? Check out this Ivy Tech event.
Ivy Tech’s April 16 event will offer prospective students information and resources.
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How UIndy plans to adapt to changing college and work environments
Like other Indiana colleges, the University of Indianapolis is zeroing on work-based learning.
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UIndy expands transfer opportunities for Ivy Tech students
Ivy Tech students who transfer will be eligible for $16,000 in scholarships.
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‘We’re just anxious’: Indiana FAFSA applications down as April 15 deadline looms
As of March 15, Indiana’s FAFSA completion rate was down 20% from the previous year.
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Beyond bachelor’s degrees: Why Indy’s private colleges are adding two-year degrees
Associate degrees aren’t the only new offerings coming from schools like Marian, Butler and UIndy.
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Butler’s new two-year college is named after abolitionist founder
The two-year college will begin welcoming students in fall 2025.
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You asked. We answered. What you need to know about the IUPUI split
Yes, Purdue students in Indianapolis can get student tickets to basketball games.
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Marion County school districts get funding to help students attend college
The six school districts also can apply for up to $1.5 million in additional funding.
