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April 12, 2026

Grad School Fellowships vs. Assistantships: How Funding Works

Learn how graduate fellowships and assistantships work, who qualifies, and how to apply for funded grad school positions.

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April 11, 2026

VA Education Benefits by State: Tuition Waivers for Veterans, Spouses, and Dependents

See which states offer free tuition for veterans’ dependents and spouses, and learn how to combine state waivers with Chapter 33, Chapter 35, and Fry Scholarship benefits.

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April 10, 2026

The Education Department Is Exposing Tens of Millions in Covid-Era Fraud

The Department of Education and OIG have uncovered tens of millions in Covid-era education fraud across Puerto Rico, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.

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This Week In College And Money News: April 10, 2026

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April 9, 2026

Can You Change Repayment Plans While Waiting For PSLF Buyback?

Nearly 100,000 student loan borrowers are awaiting PSLF buyback, but many will have to change repayment plans due to the SAVE forbearance ending.

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April 8, 2026

New Data: Colleges Now Discount Tuition 56% on Average — A Record High

Nearly 90% of private college freshmen get a tuition discount. Federal data breaks down who pays $0, who pays full price, and who falls in between.

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April 7, 2026

Trump Accounts Are Also Called 530A Accounts — Here’s Why That Matters

Trump Accounts are officially called 530A accounts under the IRC. Learn why the name matters and how they compare to 529 plans and UGMA custodial accounts.

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April 6, 2026

Treasury Taps Robinhood and BNY Mellon to Power New Trump Accounts Program

Treasury designates BNY Mellon and Robinhood to run the new Trump Accounts program. What families need to know about eligibility and the new app.

President Donald Trump speaks about the Iran war from the Cross Hall of the White House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, Pool)
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April 6, 2026

Trump’s Budget Proposal Would Cut $2.3 Billion From Education

Trump’s budget proposal freezes Pell Grants, eliminates FSEOG, and guts Work-Study. Here’s how it affects students and what happens next.

President Donald Trump delivers the State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress in the House chamber at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
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April 5, 2026

Trump Accounts: 4 Million Kids Enrolled, IRS Says

The IRS says 4 million children are enrolled in Trump Accounts. Learn who qualifies for the $1,000 pilot contribution and how to sign up.

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April 4, 2026

Millions of Borrowers Must Choose a New Repayment Plan — Here’s How to Pick

Should you choose RAP or IBR for your student loans? Use our decision tree to find the new repayment plan for your situation.

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