The notoriously complicated and frustrating federal student loan application, also known as FAFSA (for Free Application for Federal Student Aid), has recently undergone a simplification transformation ...

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The Biden administration said on Friday that it forgave student debt for tens of thousands of borrowers, the latest in a move to cancel education loans that have helped millions of Americans wipe out ...

Applying for student loans online can simplify the process, whether you’re completing the Fafsa for federal aid or comparing offers from private lenders Applying for student loans online is an easy ...

Millions of student loan borrowers face repayment pressure after federal collections and repayment activities resumed in 2025 ...

The federal form, used to determine financial aid, will be available to the public on Oct. 1. Technical glitches that delayed ...

The U.S. Department of Education has removed the online application for income-driven repayment (IDR) plans, preventing borrowers from enrolling, recertifying or adjusting their repayment terms ...

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Want to apply for a federal government student loan but do not know where to start? This detailed guide explains eligibility, ...