More than seven million borrowers may soon see student loan payments skyrocket as the Education Department implements a ...

It’s a new year for student loans, and big changes are happening that will impact millions of borrowers across the country.

Millions of borrowers who are behind can expect the government to tighten repayment options this year. Experts say take ...

A provision that made student-loan forgiveness tax-free is expiring in 2026. It could put borrowers on the hook for thousands ...

The "One Big, Beautiful Bill" created a new repayment plan starting in 2026 that will reduce the amount of loans some borrowers can have. Loan forgiveness will once again be taxable, and some ...

A look ahead at the federal policies taking effect in 2026 that will shape how students and families pay for college.

Starting the week of Jan. 7, the Education Department will begin sending notices about paycheck deductions to about 1,000 of ...

Borrowers ages 50 to 61 have the highest average balance of any age group at $48,203, according to federal data.

High school seniors planning to attend college in the fall of 2026, as well as their families, will have restricted access to ...

The first step in refinancing is to get your current loan terms: loan type, interest rate, remaining balance and remaining repayment period. Prequalify and shop for a loan. Most private student loan ...

Private student loans are provided by private lenders and banks, whereas federal student loans are funded by the U.S. government. Private loans aren't eligible for federally mandated deferment options ...

An investigation is underway after an assault involving a knife at a Franklin County middle school, leaving one student ...