Guide to student loan forgiveness programs
BANKRATE — For students willing to work in specific positions or jump through other hoops for several years, student loan forgiveness can represent a huge weight lifted — and lead to tens of thousands of dollars in savings.
Read More about Guide to student loan forgiveness programsPodcast: A look at the student loan market
NPR — Today on the show, we uncover a shadow market of student loans bought and sold on Wall Street. We find out why these student loans are so attractive to investors, and what’s at risk for borrowers.
Read More about Podcast: A look at the student loan marketAdvice on Navigating Public Service Loan Forgiveness
FORBES – Forgiveness programs for federal student loans always seem to be well-intentioned, but the way they’re rolled out can leave a lot to be desired. When you take a closer look at Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), for example, you’ll find a program with rules so complicated many applicants don’t really understand them.
Read More about Advice on Navigating Public Service Loan ForgivenessFederal guidance creates confusion over CARES Act implementation for students
INSIDE HIGHER ED — The U.S. Department of Education encouraged colleges to release emergency aid to students quickly after a federal stimulus package passed in late March. But confusion over student eligibility requirements and logistical oversights have stalled the process in many cases.
Read More about Federal guidance creates confusion over CARES Act implementation for studentsCollege graduates share frustrations with Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
YAHOO! FINANCE — Congress created the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) in 2007 to help various kinds of public service workers erase their student debt after ten years of loan payments. To better understand the PSLF process, Yahoo Finance spoke with two public servants who tried to use the PSLF program to get their student debt discharged.
Read More about College graduates share frustrations with Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramColleges turn to tuition discounts and scholarships to increase enrollment
INSIDE HIGHER ED — This spring many colleges announced tuition deals for students in response to the pandemic, and they’re seeing it pay off with growing application numbers.
Read More about Colleges turn to tuition discounts and scholarships to increase enrollmentAdvice for students and families filling out FASFA
GALION INQUIRER — And let’s be real, the FAFSA is already confusing enough on its own, so having to think about COVID-19 on top of that just adds to the stress. But don’t worry. We’re about to break down what you and your kids need to know about the FAFSA this year:
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FORBES — Approximately 147,000 people have been rejected for student loan forgiveness. Here’s what you need to know.
Read More about Tips on accessing student loan forgivenessCollege graduate debt rises as Congress mulls future of student loan forgiveness
CNBC — As the debate over extending student loan forgiveness continues in Congress, college students are taking on increasing amounts of debt. Typically, 7 in 10 college seniors graduate in the red, owing about $30,000 per borrower, according to data from the Institute for College Access & Success.
Read More about College graduate debt rises as Congress mulls future of student loan forgivenessHouse and Senate propose bills on student loan payment deferment
CNBC — A House bill with bipartisan support would allow 2020 college graduates to postpone their student loan payments for three years without interest accruing.
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