Yes, Money Can Buy (Some) Happiness

If you have a few extra bucks that you don’t need for necessities like rent or loan payments, consider shopping for happiness.From ancient philosophers to current experts in behavioral economics, peop

What Happens to Student Loans When You Get Married?

Marriage could mean a higher student loan payment, depending on your repayment plan.

Why Your Kid Should Help Pay for College

I recently heard from the parents of a yet another high school senior who turned down a huge scholarship from a good college to attend her “dream school,” which of course has lousy financial aid. Now

How to Fix a Billing Error on Your Credit Statement

Check your credit card statement every month. If you spot an error, here's how to proceed so you don't pay for someone else's mistake.

How to Get an MBA

Choose the MBA program that fits your career goals and understand its true cost to glean the most benefits from a graduate business degree.

Even With Payments Paused, Student Loan Borrowers Struggle

More student loan borrowers are falling behind on other bills, but one-time debt cancellation could help.

Who Owns My Student Loans?

Find and connect with your student loan servicer to determine who owns your loan and the benefits available to you.

How I Got My Student Loans Forgiven: Public Defender in Florida

Beth Bourdon, an assistant public defender at the Orange County Public Defender's Office in Orlando, Florida, was used to her student loans not qualifying for relief that other federal loans did.She h

Student Loan Borrowers in Default Get a Do-Over

About 7.5 million student loan borrowers with loans in default are set to get a fresh start — a chance to enter repayment in “good standing” — but only if they opt in.Borrowers have until one year aft

Sweet v. Cardona Update: Relief Delayed For Some Defrauded Student Loan Borrowers

About 200,000 defrauded student loan borrowers in the class action lawsuit were set to get relief in late January, but they may have to wait until August for settlements.

How I Got My Student Loans Forgiven: Teacher in Burbank, California

After 28 years of payments, high school history teacher Dawn Snowden-Frost had a bleak outlook on her student loan debt, which had ballooned over the decades into six figures."I always thought, 'I'm g

Is ‘Learn Now, Pay Later’ Just Another Student Debt Trap?

The “buy now, pay later” transaction is simple: Shoppers are offered an installment loan at the point of purchase, spreading the cost of the product across several payments. They’re often available wi

Do You Need a Grad Degree to Compete Right Now? Probably Not

More U.S. workers than ever hold a graduate degree. Years of intensifying job requirements and headlines declaring a master’s “the new bachelor’s degree” nudged a record number of students into grad s

CRI Customer Service: What Student Loan Borrowers Need to Know

CRI is the newest federal student loan servicer. It can help you navigate your monthly bills, repayment plan and relief options. You can reach customer service at: 833-355-4311.

Direct Admissions: How to Get Into College Without Applying

If your senior year of high school approaches, direct admissions can help you get into college. A growing number of states are offering this path to college, and companies like Common App and Niche also provide direct admissions to students regardless of where they live.

July SAVE Plan Changes: Student Loan Bills Halved for Millions

A generous federal student loan repayment plan is about to get even more affordable. On July 1, the Education Department will roll out the last remaining features of the Saving on a Valuable Education

Applying to College Early Decision? 6 Tips for the FAFSA Delay

With the timing and size of financial aid packages in question for the 2024-25 academic year, consider early action or regular decision instead.

No Financial Aid Package Yet? Look to Last-Minute Scholarships

You can’t control FAFSA delays, but you can control whether you research and apply for scholarship awards to lower your college costs.

Think Twice Before Participating in a Student Loan Strike

Your student loan balance could grow if you don’t pay, and consequences will be more severe after September 2024.

Guide to Financial Aid Programs in North Dakota

North Dakota has relatively low costs for higher education and several aid programs for even more affordability.