Biden may cut free community college from economic package
President Biden told a group of lawmakers on Oct. 19 that he plans on paring down his $3.5 trillion economic plan.
Schumer reiterates call for Biden to cancel $50K of student loan debt per borrower 'with the flick of a pen'
Schumer renewed calls for President Biden to cancel up to $50,000 in college debt for federal student loan borrowers. Here's what the Education Department has said about loan repayment.
Student loan refinance rates creep back up, but remain near 15-month lows
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
How to refinance student loans with bad credit
Refinancing student loans with bad credit may require you to find a cosigner with good credit. Learn more.
'Broad' student loan forgiveness still on the table, Education Secretary Miguel Cardona says
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said the Education Department is "going to continue conversations" with the White House when it comes to widespread loan cancellation.
Private student loan rates tumble as October begins
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Student loan forgiveness program is a ‘scam,’ financial expert Dave Ramsey says
Dave Ramsey calls the PSLF program a 'scam' for its overwhelmingly low applicant approval rate.
Teachers union reaches 'landmark settlement' in student loan forgiveness lawsuit
The settlement reached in the Weingarten v. Devos lawsuit will hold the Education Department responsible for changes to the PSLF program. It also discharged nearly $400,000 worth of student loans for the 8 plaintiffs involved.
FAFSA misunderstood by majority of students, study says: What to know about the federal aid application
FAFSA is misunderstood by many students, who are missing out on free money to fund their college education. Here's everything you need to know.
Ilhan Omar, AOC, other progressive lawmakers press Biden to release student loan forgiveness memo
Progressive Democrats are urging the Department of Education to release a memo about the president's authority to enact a widespread federal student loan discharge.
Education Department extends Navient's federal loan servicing contract through 2023
The Department of Education extended its contract with student loan servicer Navient, according to data obtained on a federal procurement website. Here's what that means for borrowers.
5-year variable student loan refinance rates drop to lowest level since August
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness just got easier for 550,000 borrowers: Who qualifies and how to apply
The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is going through a major overhaul, making it easier for applicants to reach 120 qualifying payments. Here's who qualifies for PSLF relief and how you can apply.
5-year variable student loan rates plunge by 1.4%
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Longer student loan forbearance is needed, 40% of borrowers say in survey
The payment suspension on federal student loans was part of the greater push for COVID-19 emergency relief, but payments restart in just a few short months. According to a new survey, 40% of borrowers want a longer suspension of loan payments.
Biden administration announces student loan forgiveness program overhaul, will impact over 500K borrowers
The Biden administration is extending $1.74 billion in student loan forgiveness to public servants through an overhaul of its Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Senate confirms new CFPB director who believes government 'must do more to cancel student debt'
New CFPB director Rohit Chopra has spoken extensively about his stance on student loan forgiveness and higher education reform. Here's how your student loans may be impacted by his confirmation.
Biden administration to reveal major student debt forgiveness overhaul this week
The Department of Education is expected to announce a major update to its Public Service Loan Forgiveness program this week that could affect thousands of borrowers.
Study finds the top 5 bachelor's degrees that pay off — and 5 that don't
A new study examined the college degrees that have the most potential for paying off — and which ones leave students saddled with unmanageable student loan debt.
10-year fixed student loan refinance rates plunge to a new 15-month low
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.