Information on the Student Loan Assistance Program In 2018, the Howard County Delegation in the Maryland General Assembly passed House Bill 1180. This state-enabling legislation granted authority to the county to create a Student Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Teachers. Introduced by…
Given that the Repayment Assistance Plan for student loans is becoming the cornerstone of federal student loan repayment, it’s worth diving deeper into its potential structure, based on early discussions and legislative drafts. While final rules are still pending, several…
With IDR plans vanishing, the Standard Repayment Plan is set to become the de facto option for many. For those unfamiliar, the Standard Repayment Plan typically amortizes your loan over 10 years, with fixed monthly payments. While straightforward, it doesn’t account…
Student loan refinancing involves taking out a new loan to pay off existing student loans, often with the goal of securing a lower interest rate or better repayment terms. This can help borrowers manage their debt more effectively, especially recent…
The average cost of a two-year Master's degree in 2026 is about $73,520, according to the National Center for Education Statistics, while a four-to-eight-year Ph.D. program could set you back close to $400,000 before grants and assistantships. With Graduate PLUS loans no longer…
If you haven’t already, strongly consider enrolling in auto-pay before the December 31, 2026 deadline. It’s one of the easiest ways to shave a little off your total repayment cost. Just remember to ensure your bank account has sufficient funds each month…
Federal student loans are typically the first stop when financing higher education: You don't need a credit history or co-signer, and interest rates are fixed, so your monthly payments won't ever change. Federal student loan rates for the 2025-2026 academic year…
Related: You may also like The student loan crisis isn’t just a personal struggle; it’s a hot-button political issue that continues to fuel intense debate in Washington and across the country. There are fundamental disagreements on who is responsible, what the…
Related: You may also like So, what should you actually do now that you understand this temporary 1% student loan interest rate cut a bit better? Here are some concrete steps: No, this 1% interest rate reduction is temporary. It’s available for…
While the current backlog for the PSLF Buyback program is a major pain point, it’s also worth remembering that PSLF itself has always been notoriously complex. Even before the Buyback program, many borrowers struggled with the intricate eligibility requirements. To…
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