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As the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic continues, millions of student loan borrowers are struggling with their debt. Congress has... Read more

Parent student loan borrowing has risen by 27% over the past five years — and according to the latest Student Loan Hero study, an especially large... Read more

The coronavirus outbreak has changed the entire landscape of student loan repayment and refinance. In order to give you the very latest information... Read more

Federal student loan interest rates for new borrowers are set to drop to their lowest in history, according to market levels May 12, possibly... Read more

Although the U.S. government has temporarily suspended federal student loan payments, some debt, like private student loans, isn’t covered by the... Read more

The coronavirus pandemic is threatening lives and livelihoods, with few students immune to the financial impact. And although the federal government... Read more

Americans owe a collective $1.51 trillion in student loans, so it’s no surprise that student debt has entered the national conversation, with some... Read more

The coronavirus outbreak is impacting the economy, and college students aren’t spared from the effects. While many schools have sent students to... Read more

Since student loans accrue interest, you end up paying more money than the amount you initially borrowed. That’s why it’s crucial to shop around... Read more

Like tackling the coronavirus pandemic itself, assisting student loan borrowers could be both a federal and state responsibility. At least, that’s... Read more

With schools and businesses closed across the country, many people are facing unprecedented financial challenges. As a parent with student loans, you... Read more

Welcome to Student Loan News, a weekly summary of developments and events affecting college debt in the U.S. Join us each Friday for a look at... Read more