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fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Should 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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Higher education
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Gen Z has regrets: 1 in 4 say they wish they hadn't gone to college or would've picked a higher-paying industry

Gen Z is increasingly regretting college due to rising costs, debt, and uncertain job opportunities.
Education
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

A 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.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 weeks ago

Is $38,000 Too Much for My First Year of Mechanical Engineering at Ohio State University?

The average cost of tuition and fees at private four-year colleges has risen 181.3% over the past two decades, leading many graduates to face significant student debt.
Higher education
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fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Oakland Goes 25 Days Without a Homicide

For the first time in five years, the city went 25 days in June without a homicide, from May 30 to June 25.
California
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fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

College 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.
Higher education
fromFortune
1 month ago

Parents 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.
Bootstrapping
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm in med school and refuse to take on student loan debt. I'm living frugally and have taken 2 years off to build a financial cushion.

Choosing to delay college to save money can lead to a debt-free education.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Should I Pay $407,000 for My Daughter's College? Insights Wanted!

Parents should be cautious about contributing to their children's college debt without jeopardizing their own financial futures.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Trump'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."
US politics
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Online learning
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

My 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.
Video games
fromDefector
3 months ago

An Interview With A Fired Web Content Manager At The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau | Defector

The CFPB plays a critical role in consumer protection and financial education.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Buying a home is out of reach until 2034 for most new graduates

Geography significantly affects the timeline to homeownership for first-time buyers, influenced by factors like student debt and mortgage credit availability.
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