Interest Accrual Mistakes In SAVE Plan: A Growing Concern
Borrowers in the SAVE plan report unexpected interest charges due to servicer errors. Learn how to verify your enrollment and correct mistakes.
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Do You Report A 401k Or IRA On The FAFSA?
You do not have to report a 401k or IRA on the FAFSA, but income from these accounts can impact your financial aid.
FTC Cracks Down On Fake Student Loan Companies
FTC bans student loan scammers who falsely promised forgiveness and took illegal fees. Learn how to protect yourself from future fraud.
New Student Loan Caps Could Always Leave Students Short
The new college cost formula caps loans at the national median, which could shortchange half of borrowers.
Ascent Offers $10,000 Summer Scholarship
Ascent Student Loans is offering a $10,000 no-essay scholarship to support college students.
Must-Ask Questions About College Costs: Protecting Your Investment
College costs are some of the largest expenses families ever face, and tuition insurance can help protect that investment.
Winners And Losers In The Big Beautiful Bill For Education
The proposed Big Beautiful Bill student loan overhaul will affect repayment, PLUS loans, and Pell Grants. Here’s who will win, and who will lose.
When Do You Have To Pay For College Costs And Tuition Bills?
Most colleges bill tuition in July or August, find out what’s included and when to pay.
MOHELA Faces Multi-State Loan Servicing Probes
MOHELA faces state investigations over student loan servicing issues as oversight shifts away from federal regulators under the Trump administration.
What Is A Rhodes Scholar And How Does It Work?
Learn what a Rhodes Scholar is, what the scholarship covers, and how it affects college and postgraduate education costs.
Congress Moves Forward Changes To Student Loans And More
Congress proposes changes to student loan repayment, limits on student loans, and changes to Pell Grants.