Millions of Americans burdened by student debt have various options for loan forgiveness, cancellation or discharge. These programs, tailored for specific employment sectors, income-driven repayment ...

The total U.S. student loan debt is nearly $1.8 trillion, according to the Education Data Initiative. This breaks down to an estimated $41,618 in total average student loan debt. If you have student ...

Student loan interest will start accruing on Friday and payments will restart in October when a three-year pause prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic comes to an end. But the millions of borrowers who ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Adam Minsky is an attorney and writer focusing on student loans. After years of delay, the Education Department has finally ...

Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans are often the cheapest borrowing option, followed by Direct Plus Loans and private graduate ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Marguerita is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor ...

Although parts of the Biden-Harris administration's SAVE repayment plan are on hold, experts still suggest consolidating your federal loans if you meet debt relief criteria. The one-time payment count ...

Authorized Payers are encouraged to enroll in direct deposit to receive refund(s) faster. For Authorized Payers anticipating a refund from a Direct PLUS Loan, it is essential to use the exact name and ...

You've finished applying to college, got accepted and made your decision. Now it's time to apply again, this time for financial aid. Whether you're looking to cover the full cost or just fill in the ...

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