200,000 Borrowers Await Ninth Circuit Ruling on $12 Billion Student Loan Settlement
The Ninth Circuit heard arguments in the Sweet v. McMahon borrower defense settlement. Here’s what 200,000 borrowers need to know.
PSLF Strategy in 2026: New Employer Rule, RAP Plan, and Parent PLUS Changes
The SAVE Plan is dead, a new RAP plan launches July 2026, and Parent PLUS borrowers face a closing window. Here are the four PSLF requirements and what’s changed for each.
What Are Ghost Students? Financial Aid Fraud Explained
Ghost students use stolen identities to enroll in college and steal financial aid. Learn how the scam works and what ED is doing about it.
576,000+ Borrowers Still Stuck in Student Loan Repayment Plan Backlog
Over 576,000 borrowers remain stuck in a student loan repayment plan backlog. New apps process in days, but old ones face months of delays.
This Week In College And Money News: March 20, 2026
Colleges face financial strain, policy battles, and shifting enrollment trends this week.
Treasury Department Takes Over Student Loan Collections From Dept Of Education
The Treasury Department is taking over defaulted student loan collections from the Department of Education. Here’s what borrowers should know and do now.
Parents Spend $1,474/Month on Adult Kids vs. $673 on Retirement
Rising housing costs and $1.8T in student debt are pushing young adults to ask parents for help. Here’s how to give it without risking retirement.
Low-Earning Degrees Will Soon Lose Access to Federal Student Loans
New federal law cuts student loans to low-earning degree programs starting 2028. See which programs fail, including cosmetology and counseling degrees.
8 Last-Minute Tax Reminders For 2026
If you’re still waiting to file your taxes, here are eight tax reminders to know so that you don’t make a mistake before the tax deadline.
Student Loan IDR Backlog Drops To Record Low, But PSLF Buyback Issues Remain
New court filing shows IDR backlog at record low while PSLF buyback queue grows to 88,170. What borrowers need to know.
College Tuition Up 914% Since 1983, J.P. Morgan Reports
J.P. Morgan’s 2026 college report reveals tuition is up 914% since 1983 and 60% of families still aren’t using 529 plans. Here’s what that means for your savings strategy.