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Predatory Lending Facts and Statistics
Are you being targeted for a student loan forgiveness scam?
5 min read Dec 19, 2022 -
Best value law schools in 2024
These 9 law schools stand out with quality programs and low costs.
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College enrollment statistics
Enrollment is trending down overall, but there are some exceptions.
4 min read Jan 13, 2023 -
The best community colleges of 2022
Bankrate sifted through statistical data on 900 two-year schools, and these made the grade.
4 min read Dec 01, 2022 -
Should you defer your federal student loans during the student loan payment pause?
The forbearance is automatic, but in some cases you may want to continue paying.
4 min read Nov 30, 2022 -
Federal judge signs off on student loan cancellation for 200,000 borrowers
The verdict approves loan forgiveness fo 200,000 defrauded and misled students.
2 min read Nov 17, 2022 -
Deferment vs. forbearance: Which is best for your student loan?
Deferment and forbearance both allow you to hit pause on your federal student loans.
6 min read Nov 17, 2022 -
Why students who need financial aid the most aren’t getting enough of it
Low-income households are shouldering the most student debt. Why?
6 min read Nov 16, 2022 -
Scholarships and grants for college: Facts and statistics
Learn about grants and scholarships for college students, by the numbers.
5 min read Jan 30, 2024 -
Biden administration unveils PSLF changes, payment count adjustment
New changes will bring many PSLF and IDR-eligible borrowers closer to forgiveness.
3 min read Oct 25, 2022