Federal direct loans don’t have credit criteria, but require annual Fafsa applications. Federal direct loan rates for the 2026-27 school year range from 6.52% to 9.07%. Consider maxing out federal ...

Under this federally guaranteed loan program, starting in Fall 2026 parents of students may borrow up to $20,000 per student per year, with a maximum lifetime limit of $65,000 per student. Legacy ...

In a major shakeup, one of the nation’s largest student loan servicing companies announced that it would be transferring its portfolio of accounts to another servicer. The move could impact millions ...

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Payments still due and loan servicers remain open, collection activity will still happen. IDR applications will still be processed. Pell Grants and Direct Loans will continue to be disbursed, but ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Adam Minsky is an attorney and writer focusing on student loans. UNITED STATES - APRIL 18: Education Secretary Miguel Cardona ...

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Wichita State University students who are enrolled and remain enrolled in the same degree program prior to July 1, 2026 may continue to borrow Federal Direct Loans under interim exceptions. Parents of ...