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Education Department unveils highest federal loans rates in over a decade
The U.S. Department of Education’s newly announced federal student loan interest rates for the 2024-25 academic year broke longstanding records. Experts and policymakers alike predicted a jump because [...]
3 min read May 15, 2024 -
What to know about Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
PSLF forgives a portion of your loans after you’ve made a set amount of payments.
5 min read May 15, 2024 -
Average student loan debt for law school
A law career can be rewarding, but many students leave school with significant debt.
5 min read May 14, 2024 -
Colleges get the green light from Department of Education to send financial aid offers
Almost all FAFSA forms affected by technical issues will soon be reprocessed.
3 min read May 13, 2024 -
Biden administration to forgive over $6 billion in student debt for The Art Institutes’ students
Biden to forgive over $6 billion in student loans for defrauded Art Institute students
3 min read May 08, 2024 -
Personal loans for college students: Should you ever consider one?
If student loans don’t cover everything you need as a college student, a personal loan might be an option.
4 min read May 03, 2024 -
When to refinance your private student loans
Refinancing is only worth it if you’ll save money.
4 min read May 01, 2024 -
How the Fed rate changes impact student loan interest rates
The Federal Reserve’s actions can influence student loan interest rates.
5 min read May 01, 2024 -
Fewer than 1 in 5 job listings require college degrees. Here’s why college still matters
Yes, employers still care about whether you have a college degree.
6 min read Apr 27, 2024 -
New Biden student debt plan could forgive up to $20,000 in interest for millions
The new proposal targets growing federal student loan interest debt.
3 min read Apr 15, 2024