Jill A. Chafin

If you can’t afford your student loan repayments, you may want to apply for an income-driven repayment plan, such as Pay As You Earn (PAYE) or... Read more

Knowing how to make principal-only payments on student loans can reduce your amount of paid interest, helping you get out of debt faster. But... Read more

Are you wondering how to get financial aid if your parents make too much money? Here's what you need to know to get the money you need for... Read more

There’s plenty of student loan advice out there, making it difficult to know which tips to follow. While everyone’s situation is different,... Read more

The average cost for a law degree can be over $200,000. And while earning a law degree may lead to a lucrative career, figuring out how to pay for... Read more

You likely filled out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as an undergraduate student. The process of getting financial aid for... Read more

Note that the government has paused all repayment on federally held student loans through the end of 2022, with no interest to be charged during that... Read more

Is student loan interest deductible? Yes it is. If you took out student loans to cover educational expenses, you might be eligible for the student... Read more

If you need to pay for graduate school, one option to consider is a grad PLUS loan. Offered by the U.S. Department of Education, this loan can help... Read more

Many college students borrow multiple federal and private student loans to fund their education. As a result, the question “How much do I owe in... Read more

If you’re going back to college as an adult, you may be eligible for grants and scholarships for returning students. You can also apply for... Read more

Loans are just available to full-time college students. Here's everything you need to know about financial aid for part-time... Read more