9.3 Million Federal Student Loan Borrowers Are Now In Default, New FSA Data Shows
Federal student loan defaults hit 9.3 million with $234 billion owed, new FSA data shows, while IDR balances rose from $740 billion to $792 billion in a year.
What Colleges Secretly Look For In Students: 7 Hidden Admissions Factors For 2026-27
When applying for college, academics and extracurricular involvement are essential, but not the only factors. Here’s what colleges secretly look for in students.
89 Groups Demand Congress Take Action As Student Loan Errors Hit Borrowers
89 groups, including the AFL-CIO and AFT, urge Congress to hold an emergency hearing on student loan servicing errors, PSLF losses, and SAVE confusion.
Best Student Loan Rates for September 22, 2026: Ascent Leads at 1.94%
Compare today’s student loan rates and see which lenders offer the lowest APRs for September 22, 2026.
FAFSA Skipped The Asset Questions? Here’s When Assets Don’t Have To Be Reported
The FAFSA skips asset questions for families under $60,000 in income, families that received certain federal benefits, and maximum Pell Grant students. Here are the rules.
New Bipartisan Bill Would Count SAVE Forbearance Months Toward PSLF, No Buyback Required
The PSLF Inclusion Act of 2026 would count SAVE forbearance months and the first 60 payments on any plan toward PSLF, with no buyback required.
Newsom Signs Laws Letting California Community Colleges Add Up To 12 Bachelor’s Degrees
Newsom signed SB 960 and AB 2694, letting California community colleges add 2 to 12 bachelor’s degrees per district based on completion and transfer rates.
Best High-Yield Savings Rates for September 21, 2026: Up to 4.15%
Find the high-yield savings account that can help you earn the most interest on your money.
How Trump Accounts Affect The FAFSA And Financial Aid
Trump Accounts are a student asset on the FAFSA, assessed at 20% like a UGMA. Here’s how that compares to a 529 plan and what it costs in aid.
Student Loans Q&A: Buybacks, Parent PLUS, Tax Traps, and Forgiveness Rules
In this week’s live student loan question and answer session, we discuss PSLF buyback, Parent PLUS Loans, taxes, and more.
Fitch Downgrades Xavier University to BBB+ With a Negative Outlook
Fitch cut Xavier University to BBB+ with a Negative Outlook, citing deficits and enrollment declines. Here’s what it means for students and families.