The head of the Federal Student Aid office, which has faced criticism for the botched rollout of this year’s college financial aid form, will be stepping down.

Richard Cordray’s departure from the Federal Student Aid office comes amid the rocky rollout of the new FAFSA and a shaky return to student loan repayment.

Richard Cordray has been the target of much Republican criticism and faced calls to resign over the bungled launch of the new FAFSA.

Richard A. Cordray will leave amid waves of criticism of the Education Department’s botched rollout of a new Free Application for Federal Student Aid, which has hurt students and colleges alike.

The head of the Federal Student Aid (FSA) office Richard Cordray announced Friday he would step down from his role following the difficulties with the first season of the new Free Application for

Richard Cordray, the official in charge of the Federal Student Aid office, which oversees the FAFSA, will conclude his tenure at the end of June.

OpEd: If you know a young person who is thinking about attending college next fall, please encourage them to complete the FAFSA, despite this year’s delays.