Trump order restricts PSLF eligibility for certain nonprofitsTrump's executive action limits eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, potentially denying thousands of public servants loan forgiveness.
Trump Issues Executive Order That Would Disqualify Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness For People Engaging In Activities That Go Against His Agenda - Above the LawTrump's executive order alters the PSLF program, potentially increasing eligibility barriers for borrowers associated with organizations deemed illegal.
Public service student-loan forgiveness 'is not changing today' while Trump works to redefine who is eligible, Education Department saysTrump's executive order proposes redefining Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility but changes are not immediate.
The Trump administration blocks student-loan borrowers from online access to decades-old affordable repayment plansBorrowers lose access to online applications for affordable student loan repayment plans.
Millions have had student loans canceled under Biden despite the collapse of his forgiveness planBiden's administration has canceled student loans for over 5 million Americans, utilizing existing programs to provide historic relief despite political opposition.
Trump admin. pauses all income-driven repayment plansThe Education Department has paused income-driven repayment applications, creating uncertainty for borrowers seeking relief.
Trump order restricts PSLF eligibility for certain nonprofitsTrump's executive action limits eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, potentially denying thousands of public servants loan forgiveness.
Trump Issues Executive Order That Would Disqualify Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness For People Engaging In Activities That Go Against His Agenda - Above the LawTrump's executive order alters the PSLF program, potentially increasing eligibility barriers for borrowers associated with organizations deemed illegal.
Public service student-loan forgiveness 'is not changing today' while Trump works to redefine who is eligible, Education Department saysTrump's executive order proposes redefining Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility but changes are not immediate.
The Trump administration blocks student-loan borrowers from online access to decades-old affordable repayment plansBorrowers lose access to online applications for affordable student loan repayment plans.
Millions have had student loans canceled under Biden despite the collapse of his forgiveness planBiden's administration has canceled student loans for over 5 million Americans, utilizing existing programs to provide historic relief despite political opposition.
Trump admin. pauses all income-driven repayment plansThe Education Department has paused income-driven repayment applications, creating uncertainty for borrowers seeking relief.
Does fully funding your child's college education make them entitled?Paying for children's college can be beneficial if managed with expectations and ground rules.Setting expectations helps avoid entitlement in children during their college education.
I'm headed to college and will be paying $21k a year after scholarships. How do I avoid going into debt?College can be expensive even with scholarships, making student loans almost unavoidable for many students.
The Guardian view on raising university fees: help for poorer students must be prioritised | EditorialThe increase in tuition fees for English students is a necessary response to the financial crisis facing universities.Labour acknowledges the pressure on students amid rising tuition and is lowering fees for foundation year courses.
What student-loan borrowers should know about Trump's plans to dismantle the Education DepartmentTrump signed an executive order to eliminate the Department of Education, impacting student loan management and transfers to the Small Business Administration.
AFT Sues Trump for Blocking Access to Loan Repayment PlansThe AFT is suing the Education Department to restore access to student loan repayment programs halted by the Trump administration.
So What Exactly Is Going On With Student Loans?The Department of Education's restructuring significantly affects federal student loans and repayment plans for millions amid changing political leadership.
Does fully funding your child's college education make them entitled?Paying for children's college can be beneficial if managed with expectations and ground rules.Setting expectations helps avoid entitlement in children during their college education.
I'm headed to college and will be paying $21k a year after scholarships. How do I avoid going into debt?College can be expensive even with scholarships, making student loans almost unavoidable for many students.
The Guardian view on raising university fees: help for poorer students must be prioritised | EditorialThe increase in tuition fees for English students is a necessary response to the financial crisis facing universities.Labour acknowledges the pressure on students amid rising tuition and is lowering fees for foundation year courses.
What student-loan borrowers should know about Trump's plans to dismantle the Education DepartmentTrump signed an executive order to eliminate the Department of Education, impacting student loan management and transfers to the Small Business Administration.
AFT Sues Trump for Blocking Access to Loan Repayment PlansThe AFT is suing the Education Department to restore access to student loan repayment programs halted by the Trump administration.
So What Exactly Is Going On With Student Loans?The Department of Education's restructuring significantly affects federal student loans and repayment plans for millions amid changing political leadership.
People Are Calling Out Industries That Are Actually "Scams," And It's Eye-OpeningThird-party student loan consultants deceive borrowers, leading to unnecessary fees and misconceptions about loans.
Student loan claims probed after TikTok videos spur fake applicationsThere are serious allegations of fraud within UK student loans related to university enrollment.Investigations are ongoing regarding organized recruitment of individuals for fraudulent student loan claims.
Javice found guilty of defrauding JPMorgan in $175M startup purchase | TechCrunchCharlie Javice was found guilty of defrauding JP Morgan by inflating her startup Frank's customer numbers.
People Are Calling Out Industries That Are Actually "Scams," And It's Eye-OpeningThird-party student loan consultants deceive borrowers, leading to unnecessary fees and misconceptions about loans.
Student loan claims probed after TikTok videos spur fake applicationsThere are serious allegations of fraud within UK student loans related to university enrollment.Investigations are ongoing regarding organized recruitment of individuals for fraudulent student loan claims.
Javice found guilty of defrauding JPMorgan in $175M startup purchase | TechCrunchCharlie Javice was found guilty of defrauding JP Morgan by inflating her startup Frank's customer numbers.
Trump guts the Education Department with massive layoffs; shock waves reach CaliforniaThe Trump administration's layoffs at the Department of Education threaten funding and resources critical for disadvantaged students and civil rights enforcement.
Trump limits a student-loan forgiveness program for millions of public servants in a new executive orderTrump's executive order restricts Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, targeting organizations deemed 'anti-American' and affecting millions of service workers.
Loan expert breaks down Department of Education's changes on repayment rules for student borrowersThe Trump administration's changes to the Department of Education significantly affect student loan borrowers and their repayment options.
Tell us: how you have been impacted by the change to US student loan repayments?The Trump administration removed applications for income-driven repayment plans, impacting borrowers' payment options.
StudentAid.gov website went down, following mass layoffs at Department of EducationThe outage on StudentAid.gov highlights the risks of drastic personnel cuts in the Department of Education.
CFPB's student loan watchdog on the chopping blockCFPB officials planned to fire the student loan ombudsman; a court temporarily blocked this action amidst concerns of agency dismantlement.
Trump guts the Education Department with massive layoffs; shock waves reach CaliforniaThe Trump administration's layoffs at the Department of Education threaten funding and resources critical for disadvantaged students and civil rights enforcement.
Trump limits a student-loan forgiveness program for millions of public servants in a new executive orderTrump's executive order restricts Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, targeting organizations deemed 'anti-American' and affecting millions of service workers.
Loan expert breaks down Department of Education's changes on repayment rules for student borrowersThe Trump administration's changes to the Department of Education significantly affect student loan borrowers and their repayment options.
Tell us: how you have been impacted by the change to US student loan repayments?The Trump administration removed applications for income-driven repayment plans, impacting borrowers' payment options.
StudentAid.gov website went down, following mass layoffs at Department of EducationThe outage on StudentAid.gov highlights the risks of drastic personnel cuts in the Department of Education.
CFPB's student loan watchdog on the chopping blockCFPB officials planned to fire the student loan ombudsman; a court temporarily blocked this action amidst concerns of agency dismantlement.
A new court ruling leaves 8 million student-loan borrowers enrolled in Biden's repayment plan blocked from cheaper paymentsBiden's SAVE student-loan repayment plan is blocked, leaving millions of borrowers in limbo regarding payments and debt relief.
Student Loan Borrowers Blocked from Affordable Repayment PlansThe Education Department temporarily halted applications for income-driven repayment plans due to a federal court ruling.The suspension limits affordable payment options for student loan borrowers.
Why Biden is scrapping pending regulations, including student debt cancellationBiden's administration is withdrawing student loan cancellation proposals to prevent easier overturning by Trump, focusing instead on support for borrowers during the transition.
Trump administration quietly shutters online form for student debt repaymentConfusion reigns for borrowers as the Trump administration removes online applications for student debt repayment plans, complicating access and processes.
Trump's win brings uncertainty to borrowers hoping for student loan forgivenessStudent loan cancellation remains uncertain with the new administration, causing anxiety for borrowers like Savannah Britt.
White House starts scrapping pending regulations, including student debt cancellationPresident Biden abandons student loan cancellation efforts to prevent a smooth transition for a potential Trump administration.
A new court ruling leaves 8 million student-loan borrowers enrolled in Biden's repayment plan blocked from cheaper paymentsBiden's SAVE student-loan repayment plan is blocked, leaving millions of borrowers in limbo regarding payments and debt relief.
Student Loan Borrowers Blocked from Affordable Repayment PlansThe Education Department temporarily halted applications for income-driven repayment plans due to a federal court ruling.The suspension limits affordable payment options for student loan borrowers.
Why Biden is scrapping pending regulations, including student debt cancellationBiden's administration is withdrawing student loan cancellation proposals to prevent easier overturning by Trump, focusing instead on support for borrowers during the transition.
Trump administration quietly shutters online form for student debt repaymentConfusion reigns for borrowers as the Trump administration removes online applications for student debt repayment plans, complicating access and processes.
Trump's win brings uncertainty to borrowers hoping for student loan forgivenessStudent loan cancellation remains uncertain with the new administration, causing anxiety for borrowers like Savannah Britt.
White House starts scrapping pending regulations, including student debt cancellationPresident Biden abandons student loan cancellation efforts to prevent a smooth transition for a potential Trump administration.
Experts to investigate student loan fraud claimsFraudulent student loan claims are being investigated, focusing on organized intake of applicants with no intention to study.
As the DOJ takes shape, housing must be front and centerThe incoming AG can pause and reverse litigation initiated by the previous administration, impacting key policies like housing law and student loan repayment.
What Student Loan Borrowers Need to Know About Income-Driven Repayment PlansThe future of income-driven repayment plans is uncertain after the Department of Education ended applications for the SAVE program.
Income-driven repayment applications on hold for three monthsStudent loan borrowers face a three-month freeze on income-driven repayment applications, affecting affordability and repayment options.
What Student Loan Borrowers Need to Know About Income-Driven Repayment PlansThe future of income-driven repayment plans is uncertain after the Department of Education ended applications for the SAVE program.
Income-driven repayment applications on hold for three monthsStudent loan borrowers face a three-month freeze on income-driven repayment applications, affecting affordability and repayment options.
I've traveled to 12 countries while still managing to pay off nearly all of my student loans. Here are my top cheap travel tips.A strategic approach to budgeting while traveling can significantly expedite student loan repayment.
They're not asking to cancel student debt. They just want the cheaper payments they were promised.The SAVE plan designed to lower student loan payments is blocked, leaving borrowers uneasy about their financial future.
How student loans impact workers' long-term career choicesStudent loan debt shapes career decisions and job satisfaction for many borrowers.
Judge Blocks Elon Musk's DOGE Team From Education Department's Student Loan DatabasesA federal judge temporarily halted Musk's team from accessing sensitive Education Department data pending a privacy-related lawsuit.
10 percent of Federal Student Aid staff take buyoutsStaff reductions at the Office of Federal Student Aid could hinder support for defrauded students.Federal Employee buyouts indicate broader workforce reductions across government agencies.
Millions of student-loan borrowers are at the center of the latest probes into Elon Musk's DOGEThe Education Department is accused of improperly granting DOGE access to sensitive student-loan borrower data, prompting a lawsuit and investigation.
Judge Blocks Elon Musk's DOGE Team From Education Department's Student Loan DatabasesA federal judge temporarily halted Musk's team from accessing sensitive Education Department data pending a privacy-related lawsuit.
10 percent of Federal Student Aid staff take buyoutsStaff reductions at the Office of Federal Student Aid could hinder support for defrauded students.Federal Employee buyouts indicate broader workforce reductions across government agencies.
Millions of student-loan borrowers are at the center of the latest probes into Elon Musk's DOGEThe Education Department is accused of improperly granting DOGE access to sensitive student-loan borrower data, prompting a lawsuit and investigation.
Three Financial Moves All Young Docs Should MakeYoung doctors should prioritize early investment and budgeting to alleviate financial stress and enhance professional satisfaction.
Warren, Markey join Senate Dems. to demand answers about Musk's Education Dept. accessMusk's team reportedly has access to sensitive federal student loan data, raising privacy concerns among lawmakers.
Here's What Experts Have To Say About Those Student Debt Cancellation RumorsFiling FERPA complaints is unlikely to clear student loan debts.
Warren, Markey join Senate Dems. to demand answers about Musk's Education Dept. accessMusk's team reportedly has access to sensitive federal student loan data, raising privacy concerns among lawmakers.
Here's What Experts Have To Say About Those Student Debt Cancellation RumorsFiling FERPA complaints is unlikely to clear student loan debts.
Federal Spending Freeze Does Not Apply to Student Loans and Pell GrantsFederal student loans and Pell grants will not be paused despite a broad federal spending memo.
Cash-out refi customers largely used proceeds to pay down debtStudent loan balances were less affected by refinancing, declining gradually rather than sharply unlike credit card and auto loan balances.
What the 2024 election means for higher educationThe outcome of the election could significantly reshape higher education regulations and policies in the U.S., with potential for ongoing scrutiny and upheaval.
House Republicans target student loan programs for budget cutsProposed cuts by the House GOP could significantly harm higher education, impacting student loans and university funding.
University degree still best for young Britons' life chances, says former ministerA university degree is a key investment for young people's future success and earning potential in the UK.
England's universities flex their muscles to hike fees, while students get a bum deal | Sonia SodhaUndergraduate education primarily serves institutional interests rather than student needs, necessitating fundamental reform.
University tuition fees rising to 9,535 in EnglandTuition fees in England will increase to £9,535 for the 2025/26 academic year, marking the first rise since 2017.
I wish I'd dropped out of college. Graduating with a degree didn't justify my now-mounting debt.The author regrets accumulating significant student debt without the degree translating into career opportunities.
What the 2024 election means for higher educationThe outcome of the election could significantly reshape higher education regulations and policies in the U.S., with potential for ongoing scrutiny and upheaval.
House Republicans target student loan programs for budget cutsProposed cuts by the House GOP could significantly harm higher education, impacting student loans and university funding.
University degree still best for young Britons' life chances, says former ministerA university degree is a key investment for young people's future success and earning potential in the UK.
England's universities flex their muscles to hike fees, while students get a bum deal | Sonia SodhaUndergraduate education primarily serves institutional interests rather than student needs, necessitating fundamental reform.
University tuition fees rising to 9,535 in EnglandTuition fees in England will increase to £9,535 for the 2025/26 academic year, marking the first rise since 2017.
I wish I'd dropped out of college. Graduating with a degree didn't justify my now-mounting debt.The author regrets accumulating significant student debt without the degree translating into career opportunities.
I can afford my daughter's college tuition, but I'm having her take out student loans. I want her to be financially independent.Deciding to not give her daughter the college fund aims to encourage financial independence through student loans.
Graduates on the National Minimum Wage could be caught by the 'Student Tax' from April 2025 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comGraduates earning minimum wage will likely begin student loan repayments in 2025, increasing their financial burden significantly.
Graduates could be owed 300 as millions overpaid in student loan repaymentsGraduates can reclaim overpaid student loan repayments, with 61.6 million refunded since May 2024.
Graduates on the National Minimum Wage could be caught by the 'Student Tax' from April 2025 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comGraduates earning minimum wage will likely begin student loan repayments in 2025, increasing their financial burden significantly.
Graduates could be owed 300 as millions overpaid in student loan repaymentsGraduates can reclaim overpaid student loan repayments, with 61.6 million refunded since May 2024.
Education Department fines Baker College $2.5 millionBaker College is fined $2.5 million for misleading marketing and recruiting practices.
Hundreds of student-loan borrowers who applied for debt cancellation are being denied relief by a major lender, over 20 Democratic lawmakers saySen. Warren and colleagues demand investigation into Navient for allegedly denying debt relief to defrauded borrowers.
For-profit colleges lose appeal to stop debt relief settlementFor-profit colleges lost their appeal to challenge a settlement that canceled $6 billion in student loans for over 200,000 borrowers.
Hundreds of student-loan borrowers who applied for debt cancellation are being denied relief by a major lender, over 20 Democratic lawmakers saySen. Warren and colleagues demand investigation into Navient for allegedly denying debt relief to defrauded borrowers.
For-profit colleges lose appeal to stop debt relief settlementFor-profit colleges lost their appeal to challenge a settlement that canceled $6 billion in student loans for over 200,000 borrowers.
Racial inequities play a role in loan default disparitiesBlack and Hispanic borrowers face greater challenges in loan repayment, leading to higher default rates compared to white borrowers.
This Man Is Wondering If He's An A**Hole For Paying Off His Wife's Student Loans But Not His Sister'sThe author feels a stronger obligation to pay off his wife's student loans than his sister's.
Student loan forbearance vs. deferment-the key differences and how to chooseStudent loan borrowers often face changing financial circumstances, making forbearance and deferment useful but potentially costly options due to accruing interest.
In Defense of Teachers and Public EducationPublic education is essential for leveling the playing field and is supported by federal programs like TRIO, aiding low-income and first-generation students.
The way Americans pay for higher education is changingStudent-loan borrowing is decreasing while grant aid is increasing, prompting colleges to reconsider tuition strategies in light of declining enrollment and value perceptions.
"Minimum Payment Due," by Said SayrafiezadehThe frustration of dealing with persistent collection calls reflects deeper issues of personal financial management and societal pressures.
I wanted my daughter to graduate from college debt-free, so I bought a storage unit business. It paid for her entire tuition.The author successfully funded her daughter's college tuition through a successful storage unit business to avoid student loan debt.
I Let Slip That My Parents Are Helping Me Financially. My Friend Did Not Take It Well.Being open about financial situations can be sensitive, as it may trigger feelings of jealousy or inadequacy in friendships.