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What Is the Student Aid Index?
The Student Aid Index helps colleges determine how much financial aid you can get after filling out the FAFSA.
How to Get a Student Loan in 2026
Start with federal loans, which involves filling out the FAFSA to see aid and loan opportunities.
New Student Loan Maximums: How Much Can You Borrow For College?
Undergraduates can borrow up to $57,500 in federal direct student loans. Starting in 2026, federal loan limits for graduate students and parents will change. Private loans usually max out at your school’s cost of attendance.
Student Loans in 2026: What Borrowers Need to Know
Numerous changes enacted by Congress and the White House will come into play. They have important implications for both new and existing borrowers.
Data: 2025 High School Grads Facing $40k in College Student Loans
High school graduates this year could take on $40,000 in student loan debt to obtain their bachelor's degree.
2023 High School Grads Could Take on $37K in College Debt
What to Know About Refinancing Student Loans
It’s simple to refinance private student loans with a different lender — and you might qualify for a lower interest rate.
Should You Refinance Federal Student Loans?
Consider refinancing federal student loans only if you don't need federal benefits and can qualify for lower rates.
How to Transfer Student Loans to Another Lender
Student loan consolidation or refinance may be the best way to transfer your loans to another lender.
14 Student Loan Forgiveness Programs for 2026: Do You Qualify?
The Education Department has forgiven billions of dollars in student loans through existing programs. If you have federal debt and meet certain requirements, you may qualify.
SAVE Lawsuits: SAVE Ends, Borrowers Must Switch Plans
The Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) student loan repayment plan has ended. Here's what you should know and next steps to take.
Current Student Loan Interest Rates and How They Work
The federal student loan interest rate for undergraduates in 2026-27 is 6.52% starting July 1.
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So Your Student Loan Payment Went Up — What Now?
With the SAVE plan ending, and some borrowers seeing their monthly payment increase, now is the time to reevaluate your budget and repayment plan options.
Student loan guide: How to pay for college with federal or private loans
Federal loans are available to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as to parents of students. If federal loans don’t cover the cost of college, you may be able to borrow private loans.
Is That Student Loan Service Real or a Scam?
Unnecessary student loan debt relief services and debt relief scams have cost borrowers millions — and unsolicited calls, texts and emails are among the red flags to watch out for.
Credit Not Always Required: How Students With Bad or No Credit Can Still Get Loans
If your credit is making it tough to borrow private student loans, you can consider federal loans or a co-signer.
2026 High School Grad Analysis: Over $43K in Loans for a Bachelor’s Degree
High school graduates heading to college in fall 2026 could borrow $43,000 in student loans for their bachelor’s degree.
Graduate School Loans: Limits Impacting Borrowers
How much you can take out in graduate school loans is capped depending on your program type.
Parent PLUS Loan Limits: Guide to Borrowing Changes in 2026
Parents planning on taking out parent PLUS Loans should expect the terms and limits to change on July 1, 2026.
End Finally Comes for SAVE Student Loan Plan: Millions Given Deadline to Switch
Many borrowers on the popular Biden-era SAVE plan will be making payments for the first time in two years.
Student Loans in 2026: What Borrowers Need to Know
Numerous changes enacted by Congress and the White House will come into play. They have important implications for both new and existing borrowers.
Dismantling the U.S. Department of Education: What It Means for You
Here's a rundown of what is — and isn't — changing as the Trump administration breaks up the ED.
A Guide to College Loans for Low-Income Students
A low income can make paying for college difficult, but you have options.
Repayment Assistance Plan for Student Loans: Should You Switch?
Learn details about the Repayment Assistance Plan and how it compares to other student loan repayment options.
Grad School Debt Holding You Back? How to Get It Under Control
Think long-term to pay off your grad school debt — or get it forgiven.
Data: 2025 High School Grads Facing $40k in College Student Loans
High school graduates this year could take on $40,000 in student loan debt to obtain their bachelor's degree.
Is Public Service Loan Forgiveness Going Away? Understanding Trump’s Executive Order
PSLF isn’t going anywhere yet. For now, keep records of your payments and employment.
PAYE and ICR Repayment Plans Are Ending in 2028: What Borrowers Need to Know
The PAYE and ICR student loan repayment plans are going away. Here’s your guide on what to do before the July 2028 deadline.
Trump and Student Loans: What’s Happening With SAVE, Federal Loan Limits, New Repayment Plans, and More
Federal student loan policy is evolving fast. For borrowers, both current and future, here’s what you need to know.
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What Is the FAFSA Submission Summary?
The FAFSA Submission Summary is a document that contains your financial aid eligibility and a summary of your FAFSA responses.
PSLF Buyback: Reclaim Missed Payments for Student Loan Forgiveness
The PSLF Buyback program enables borrowers working in eligible public service jobs to reclaim months that weren’t counted toward student loan forgiveness.
SAVE Lawsuits: SAVE Ends, Borrowers Must Switch Plans
The Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) student loan repayment plan has ended. Here's what you should know and next steps to take.