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Here's how Trump Account assets may affect your college aid eligibility
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Assets held in a Trump Account are counted as student or parent assets on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form, which can reduce eligibility for need-based financial aid depending on the total asset value reported.
Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/09/trump-accounts-college-financial-aid.html