Deferment is typically granted as the result of a qualifying event, like returning to school. Sallie Mae®* offers deferment ...

If federal student loans aren't enough to cover your costs, private student loans may help fill the gap. And if your credit ...

Democratic lawmakers called on the Education Department to enact student-debt relief for millions of borrowers while defaults ...

More than 60 Democratic lawmakers, led by Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), urged Education Secretary Linda McMahon on Sunday ...

A popular (and generous) repayment plan ends, two new plans begin and many borrowers will see new loan limits.

Starting July 1, 2026, new federal student loan borrowers must choose between the Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) and the ...

Whether you have a shiny new degree coming or one already hanging on the wall, it's possible you went into significant debt to earn it. According to U.S. News data, 56% of college graduates from ...

Federal student loans are about to go through some significant changes, and several key dates are coming up in the next few ...

A coalition of lawmakers is asking the Department of Education to clear a backlog of applications for student loan ...

MBA loans can give you the financing you need to attend business school, but borrowers should consider factors like interest ...

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Your Social Security check isn't fully shielded from old federal student loans. Here's how much is at risk.