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College Not Required: Skills Now Matter More Than Diplomas
45% of employers removed degree requirements for jobs. States are also joining the shift to skills-based hiring. The post College Not Required: Skill…
Senate Blocks Parents From Affordable Student Loan Options
Parent PLUS borrowers must be on ICR before the new bill is signed or lose access to all IDR student loan repayment options. The post Senate Blocks P…
Education Dept Looking To Move Student Loans To Treasury
Court documents reveal that the Department of Education was working to move staff to Treasury to help manage student loans. The post Education Dept L…
Senate Student Loan Bill Brings Back The Marriage Penalty
The Senate bill removes a key exemption for married borrowers, increasing payments under the new student loan repayment plan. The post Senate Student…
Senate Softens Student Loan Bill Provisions
The Senate higher ed and student loan plan raises PLUS loan limits and drops Pell cuts while keeping the new RAP repayment plan. The post Senate Soft…
How To Know If My Student Loans Will Be Forgiven?
Find out if your federal student loans qualify for forgiveness through PSLF, IDR, or teacher programs with these simple checklists. The post How To K…
What Happens To Student Loans If The Budget Bill Dies?
Trump and Elon's public feud over the Big Beautiful Bill leaves student loan borrowers, especially those in SAVE, facing more uncertainty. The post W…
Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) Student Loan Calculator
Here's a calculator to let you estimate your student loan payment under the new Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP). The post Repayment Assistance Plan (…
GOP Budget Plan Cuts Pell Grants And 30-Year Student Loans
A new House budget bill limits student borrowing, phases out aid programs, and extends repayment to 30 years. The post GOP Budget Plan Cuts Pell Gran…
Student Loans For Trade School And Career Training
Most trade and vocational schools aren't eligible for federal student loans. Here are some ways to secure student loans for trade school and career t…
Beyond PSLF: The Top Student Loan Repayment Alternatives for Doctors
The future of PSLF is currently unclear, so if you're thinking about trying to get your student loans forgiven, here are some alternatives. The post …
FTC Cracks Down On Fake Student Loan Companies
FTC bans student loan scammers who falsely promised forgiveness and took illegal fees. Learn how to protect yourself from future fraud. The post FTC …
Best Medical School Student Loans And Financial Aid
Here are the best medical school student loans and financial aid options, from federal loans to private loans, and grants and scholarships. The post …
Best Student Loans And Current Rates In June 2025
Here's our guide to help you find the best student loans and rates so that you can get the best interest rate on your student loans. The post Best St…
New Student Loan Caps Could Always Leave Students Short
The new college cost formula caps loans at the national median, which could shortchange half of borrowers. The post New Student Loan Caps Could Alway…
Balancing Retirement and College Savings
Here's how you should think about making sure you fund your retirement while also potentially saving for your kids' college education. The post Bala…
Must-Ask Questions About College Costs: Protecting Your Investment
College costs are some of the largest expenses families ever face, and tuition insurance can help protect that investment. The post Must-Ask Question…
Winners And Losers In The New Student Loan Bill
The proposed Big Beautiful Bill student loan overhaul will affect repayment, PLUS loans, and Pell Grants. Here's who will win, and who will lose. The…
When Do You Have To Pay For College Costs And Tuition Bills?
Most colleges bill tuition in July or August, find out what’s included and when to pay. The post When Do You Have To Pay For College Costs And Tuitio…
529 Day Offers Bonuses To Start Saving For College
Key PointsMay 29 is recognized nationally as “529 Day,” with states and financial institutions offering bonuses, giveaways, and events to…