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Consolidation combines your federal student loans into one loan with one monthly payment, but it has both pros and cons. Find out what you need to know before you consolidate.
Learn ways to prepare for your upcoming student loan payments, whether you’re starting payments for the first time or coming back to repayment after a temporary payment pause. 1 Get info about your payment. Make sure your contact information is up to date in your profile on your loan servicer’s…
Scammers’ tricks are always evolving, but we can help you stay one step ahead. Learn about the most common student loan forgiveness scams, how to avoid them, and what to do if you think you’ve been scammed.
Teachers with federal student debt have some loan forgiveness program options: Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Teacher Loan Forgiveness, Perkins Loan cancellation for teachers, and state-sponsored student loan forgiveness programs. Know which ones you may be eligible for and learn tips for weighing the options.
Trying to understand all things student aid can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not familiar with the vocabulary. We’ve got you covered with an easy-to-use financial aid dictionary that provides simple definitions of commonly used—and confused—terms.
If you didn’t receive enough financial aid to cover your school expenses, there are other ways to pay for your education—if you know where to look.
