This Week In College And Money News: January 16, 2026
Tuition-free college expands, wage garnishment returns, forgiveness deadlines approach, and states cut college costs earlier.
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Tuition-free college expands, wage garnishment returns, forgiveness deadlines approach, and states cut college costs earlier.

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