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1 week agoOpinion: American dream? For millennials, that's a cruel joke.
According to the 2025 National Association of Realtors' Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report, 43% of younger millennials carry a median student debt of $30,000 with around 29% of older millennials having a median debt of $35,000. That's on top of the average millennial's credit card debt of $6,691, per Experian. Retirement? Seventy-five is optimistic. The American dream we were promised is behind us, and millennials, also known
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3 months agoShould colleges share the risk of student loan debt? House Republicans think so
The risk-sharing plan aims to hold educational institutions accountable for their graduates' student debt.
Proposed penalties for colleges could lead to significant savings for the government.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 months agoShould colleges share the risk of student loan debt? House Republicans think so
The risk-sharing plan aims to hold educational institutions accountable for their graduates' student debt.
Proposed penalties for colleges could lead to significant savings for the government.
Higher education
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks agoThe new Miss America said she was able to graduate from college '100% debt-free' because of pageants
Cassie Donegan graduated college debt-free after winning Miss America scholarships, including a $50,000 national prize and prior awards totaling at least $27,000.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month agoHomeowners worry 'Big Beautiful Bill' will impact student debt
Student loan balances have ballooned over the past 20 years, growing from $260 billion in 2004 to $1.6 trillion by 2025. According to a recent Point survey, 42% of American homeowners are currently paying student debt for themselves or a family member. Another 37% plan to take on student debt in the future including 10% who don't currently have any student debt.
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4 months agoAdvocates Mobilize to Stave Off Cuts to Federal Student Loan Programs - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
The recent legislative changes threaten public service workers' access to loan forgiveness programs, impacting students and low-income communities.
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fromBusiness Insider
2 months agoA recent Gen Z grad with $25,000 in student debt says his job search has made him accept he may never work in his dream field: 'I know that life isn't fair'
Solomon Jones, a recent graduate, faces difficulty in securing employment in his field due to economic factors and personal challenges.
fromEntrepreneur
3 months agoCollege Majors and Careers That Make the Most Money: Report | Entrepreneur
A typical student graduating from high school in 2025 could take on an estimated $40,000 in student loan debt before completing their college education, amidst rising interest rates.
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fromFortune
3 months agoParents are sacrificing retirement, taking second jobs, and liquidating investments just to afford college for their kids
Parents are making significant financial sacrifices for their children's college education, risking their own financial stability due to soaring tuition costs.
fromThe Nation
3 months agoTrump's "Big Beautiful Bill" Would Be a Disaster for Student Loan Borrowers
"So here we are at a time in which the cost of college is already too high for millions of students," said Senator Elizabeth Warren. "Donald Trump and his Republican buddies in Congress are not lowering them. They are adding $400 a month on average to the family's costs."
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fromBusiness Insider
4 months agoMy daughter is enrolled in an early college program while still in high school. It's a great way to save money on tuition.
The early college program provides high school students with an opportunity to earn college credits for free, helping them avoid future debt.
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