State Nonprofit Lenders Step In As Grad PLUS Loans Disappear July 1
As federal Grad PLUS loans end July 1, state nonprofit lenders like CHESLA, RISLA and Minnesota’s SELF program are rolling out graduate school loans.
Department of Education Bumps Autopay Interest Discount to 1% — Here’s Who Wins
The Department of Education is raising the student loan autopay interest discount from 0.25% to 1% on July 1, 2026. Here’s who benefits and who doesn’t.
House Democrat Files Resolution to Impeach Education Secretary Linda McMahon
Rep. Suzanne Bonamici filed a resolution to impeach Education Secretary Linda McMahon over the Department’s dismantling. Why it likely won’t advance.
Student Loan Servicers Are Robocalling SAVE Borrowers About the July 1 Switch
Student loan servicers are robocalling SAVE borrowers about the July 1 switch. Here’s what the calls say, why they’re happening, and what to do next.
Where’s the June Student Loan Status Report? The Settlement Only Required Six
The Dept. of Education didn’t skip a June student loan status report — its settlement required only six, filed Dec–May. A July 8 hearing decides what’s next.
What $300 Billion Could Actually Forgive In Student Loans
$300 billion can’t erase all student debt — but it could make 21 million borrowers debt-free. Here are 5 data-backed ways to spend it, by the numbers.
Education Department Moves Special Ed to HHS and Civil Rights to DOJ
The Education Department moved special ed to HHS and civil rights to DOJ. IDEA, Title IX, and Section 504 stay in force. Here’s what families should know.
Syracuse University Admits First Budget Deficit in Years After Missing 2026 Enrollment
Syracuse University faces its first budget deficit in years after missing Fall 2026 enrollment. Here’s what it means for families weighing the cost.
How CIT Bank’s 4.10% APY Stacks Up Against The Best Savings Accounts
CIT Bank’s 4.10% APY beats Marcus, Ally, and matches SoFi’s boosted rate — without the direct deposit requirement.
New Graduate School Loan Limits Start July 1: What Students Need to Know
New graduate loan limits take effect on July 1, and here’s what graduate student borrowers need to know and how to plan.
DOJ Finds UC Davis Medical School Discriminated By Race In Admissions
DOJ finds UC Davis School of Medicine discriminated by race in admissions, violating the 2023 SFFA ruling. Settlement talks or a lawsuit could follow.