Connecticut Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

Connecticut has seven student loan forgiveness programs that are specific to just the State of Connecticut, however, only one is currently being funded by the state.

However, residents of the State of Connecticut can also potentially qualify for various Federal student loan forgiveness programs.

You can find a great list of Federal student loan forgiveness programs here: Top Student Loan Forgiveness Programs.

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Connecticut Loan Forgiveness Programs

Connecticut will soon have two student loan forgiveness programs, with the latest one launching in 2025!

Program: Student Loan Reimbursement Program

• Amount: $5,000 per year, with a cap of $20,000 over 4 years
• Description: The new Student Loan Reimbursement program will award residents in Connecticut with up to $5,000 per year to pay off their student loans if they live in CT, graduated from a CT school, and have volunteered for at least 50 hours in the state.
• Requirements:  Program participants have qualifying student loans, lived in Connecticut for at least 5 years, graduated from a Connecticut school, and have volunteered for at least 50 hours (and this must be notarized). 
• Program Information:  SLRP Fact Sheet

Program: Minority Teacher Incentive Program

• Amount:  Up to $10,000 total
• Description:  Awards grants of up to $5,000 per year for minority college students in their junior and senior years in Connecticut undergraduate teacher preparation programs. Those program participants who become teachers at Connecticut public schools are also eligible for loan reimbursement grants of up to $2,500 a year for up to four years.
• Requirements:  Program participants must work in Connecticut public schools for 4 years to be reimbursed the maximum amount.
• Program Information:  Connecticut Office of Higher Education

If you're looking for ways to pay for college in Connecticut, check out this guide: Connecticut Student Loan and Financial Aid Program list.

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