Status Report: Student Loan IDR Backlog Still Near 800,000
New court filing shows IDR backlogs falling, but hundreds of thousands of borrowers are still waiting on student loan decisions.
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How Students Can Avoid The Full Cost of College
Learn how scholarships, grants, community college, and earning credits in high school reduce college costs dramatically for families.
Best Bank Accounts For Early Direct Deposit In 2026
Looking to get paid early? These bank accounts offer early direct deposit in 2026 – access your paycheck or tax refund up to 2 days sooner.
Why Private Lenders May Not Replace Grad PLUS
New federal loan caps leave graduate students with potentially big gaps. Private lenders may not fill them.
Student Loan Delinquencies Hit New High as Borrowers Face Fresh Uncertainty
New data shows most student loans remain paused and delinquencies rising as a settlement may force millions to restart payments after five years.
Grad PLUS Loans Will Be Ending In 2026
Congress will be eliminating Grad PLUS Loans. Learn how this could affect law, med, and master’s students.
This Week In College And Money News: December 12, 2025
FAFSA adds a lower-earnings alert, SAVE moves toward phase-out, colleges pursue economic diversity, Pell rules emerge, and Texas loses HSI funds.
Why College Sophomores Should Still File The FAFSA
Didn’t get financial aid freshman year? FAFSA eligibility can change sophomore year. Here’s why filing again matters.
Parent PLUS Borrowers Face A June 30, 2026 Deadline
Parent PLUS borrowers must consolidate by June 30, 2026 to keep access to IBR and ICR. March is the latest safe time to apply.
How To Overcome The Fear Of Investing In The Stock Market
Here is an action plan and strategy set for overcoming the fear of investing in the stock market so that you don’t lose money over time.
Court Deals Final Blow To End SAVE Student Loan Repayment Plan
SAVE is set to end after a court settlement and millions must choose new federal student loan repayment plans.