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
Borrower FAQ: Trump Moves Student Loans to Small Business Administration
Learn how the Small Business Administration managing the federal student loan portfolio could impact borrowers.
April 9, 2025
Student Advocates Sue to Stop Cuts to Higher Education Data Systems
The lawsuit is a response to the Trump administration's dismantling of the Institute of Education Sciences.
April 9, 2025
Bipartisan Proposal Would Slash Student Loan Interest Rates
The Affordable Loans for Students Act would cap student loan interest rates at 2% and automatically apply this new interest rate to existing loans.
April 8, 2025
How to Become a Marriage and Family Therapist
Curious about becoming a marriage and family therapist? Our guide will walk you through education requirements, job duties, and potential salaries.
April 8, 2025
Trump Admin to Redefine Student Loan Repayment, Forgiveness Programs
The Department of Education will get to rewrite regulations concerning federal student loan programs through negotiated rulemaking.
April 8, 2025
