Cory Turner
Stories
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National
FAFSA delays are straining families and colleges
This year's federal aid form is new and improved. But it came three months later than normal, and in its first week, online access has been unpredictable.
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Education
Government efforts to erase student loan debt have now reached 3.6 million borrowers
The Education Department said today that changes to a pair of previously troubled programs have recently led to $4.8 billion in loan relief for another 80,000 borrowers.
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Politics
What a shutdown would mean for student loan borrowers
October loan payments will still be due, but an extended shutdown could impact customer service.
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Education
How new borrowers can prepare for their first student loan payment
When student loan bills begin coming due in October, new borrowers will take their first steps on the long road to paying off their debt. These tools and tips can help ease the journey.
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National
Are you saving enough for college? Here's what to know
As the cost of college continues to rise, families have new questions about how to save up. For answers, we turned to Ron Lieber, author of The Price You Pay For College.
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Education
Student loan borrowers are spending a lot of time on hold, says federal watchdog
The head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says many borrowers are struggling to get through to the companies that get paid to answer their questions.
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National
12 things student loan borrowers should know about the return to repayment
October's coming, and we're here to help you get ready.
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Education
Borrowers can now apply for new, income-based student loan repayment
More than 20 million borrowers are eligible under the new repayment plan, and many will see lower payments.
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National
Student loan forgiveness is on the way for more than 800,000 borrowers
The loan forgiveness comes after past mishandling of income-driven repayment plans, which were designed for low-income borrowers. The move will erase $39 billion in federal student loan debt.
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National
You could still be eligible for student loan forgiveness under this plan
The Supreme Court may have struck down a sweeping plan for student loan debt forgiveness, but under President Biden's new income-driven repayment plan, SAVE, borrowers stand to pay thousands less.