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What does the Department of Education do for college students?

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Department of Education manages more than $1.5 trillion in student loan debt for more than 40 million borrowers. Trump wants to dismantle the Education Department. Here's what it does One of the Department of Education's tasks is to oversee the process for students applying for college financial aid. At Le Moyne College, about 95% of students receive some kind of financial aid. 'I say to families financial aid is not a prerequisite to attend. It just is needed by most people, and without that, they would not be able to attend,' Maximo Flint-Morgan, the director of financial aid at Le Moyne College, said. The Department of Education also oversees the Pell Grant. 'The Pell Grant is free dollars for students to help pay for tuition or other related fees. It's only available for need-based students,' Flint-Morgan explained. At Le Moyne, Flint-Morgan said about 35% of students receive the Pell Grant. The Department of Education's money also provides dollars for students through federal work-study. Work-study is like a part-time job for students in financial need. The work-study jobs can include working as a lifeguard, receptionist, or tour guide among other things. Education is often known as the great equalizer. The Department of Education offers a grant for those looking to educate other. 'There's also the federal teach grant, which is exclusively for students who sign up to pursue a degree in teaching and a degree to become teachers in a high-need school district and in a high-need field,' Flint-Morgan said. The Department of Education also issues guidance on how civil rights laws should be applied to students and reviews all federally recognized accrediting agencies that accredit colleges and universities. Why this $500K Rolls-Royce EV feels like pure magic Chipotle adds new protein option More cuts planned at Veterans Affairs Rep. Al Green censured by House President Trump delays some tariffs on Mexico and Canada Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.