Managing Cohort Default Rates -What Schools Can Do (General Session)
October 29, 2026 | 9:30 AM-10:30 AM | Grand Ballroom
Cohort Default Rates can have a significant impact on an institution, making proactive monitoring and student support more important than ever. In this session, Chad Sartini, SASFAA President Elect, will break down the cohort default rate process and explore practical strategies schools can use to better understand, monitor, and manage their CDRs.
Participants will learn how to identify students who may be at risk of default, understand the factors that influence an institution’s CDR, and collaborate across campus to support successful student loan repayment. The session will provide actionable ideas that financial aid offices can take back to campus to strengthen default prevention efforts and improve student outcomes.
Whether your institution has a low CDR or is working to address rising rates, this session will provide valuable tools and strategies to help you stay ahead of the number and support your borrowers from enrollment through repayment.
Presenter | Chad Sartini