federal student loans
Coverage of federal student loans in the Nexus archive.
- 1.5 million borrowers were promised student loan relief. A new lawsuit wants proof it happened
A new lawsuit claims the U.S. Department of Education is not discharging certain federal student loans as previously promised to 1.5 million borrowers. The lawsuit seeks verification that the loan relief was actually provided.
- 1.5 million borrowers were promised student loan relief. A new lawsuit wants proof it happened
A new lawsuit claims the U.S. Department of Education is not discharging certain federal student loans as previously promised to 1.5 million borrowers. The case seeks proof that the loan relief was actually provided.
- 1.5 million borrowers were promised student loan relief. A new lawsuit wants proof it happened
A new lawsuit alleges the U.S. Department of Education may not be discharging certain federal student loans as previously promised. The lawsuit involves 1.5 million borrowers who were promised student loan relief.
- New student loan rules reshape funding for graduate programs
New federal student loan rules are altering funding for graduate programs, with a federal judge temporarily blocking some limits on loans for professional degrees. William Brangham discussed the changes with Danielle Douglas-Gabriel of The Washington Post.
- In Final Earnings Test, Some Religious Colleges Get Reprieve, but Concerns Remain
Some religious colleges received a reprieve in the final earnings test, avoiding severe penalties for not accepting federal student loans. The change aims to address concerns about accountability measures for programs failing this test.
- Sweeping changes to federal student loans take effect
Significant changes to federal student loan policies took effect on Wednesday. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger provided an explanation on 'The Takeout'.
- Judge strikes down Trump administration overhaul of student loan forgiveness program
A federal judge has struck down a Trump administration overhaul of a public service forgiveness program for federal student loans. The ruling was in favor of advocates who argued the program could be used for political retribution.
- Will the new student loan limits actually drive down tuition? Economists weigh in
The article examines the long-standing connection between federal student loans and college tuition costs, noting that while the link has been discussed for four decades, it remains unclear if new loan limits will effectively reduce expenses. Economists are analyzing the potential impact.
- Narrowed Education Department definition of ‘professional’ degrees stopped in federal court
A federal judge temporarily blocked the U.S. Department of Education's new definition of 'professional' degrees, which would have imposed lower loan caps on fields like nursing, teaching, and social work. The ruling halts the rule before its scheduled July 1 implementation, citing potential conflict with congressional intent, but allows other loan cap provisions to remain in effect.
- Judge blocks Trump's rule limiting federal student loans for certain grad school borrowers
A federal judge temporarily blocked Trump's rule that limited federal student loans for certain graduate students. The policy was set to take effect on July 1.
- Trump’s student loan rate cut excludes most of the 9 million borrowers in default
The Education Department announced a 1% reduction in federal student loan interest rates for borrowers with Direct Loans issued after July 1, 2012, who are enrolled in or sign up for automatic payments. The rate cut excludes nearly 9 million borrowers in default, who must first regain good standing to qualify. The change is temporary, lasting through June 30, 2028.
- Student-loan borrowers can act now to become eligible for a new repayment benefit
The Education Department under President Donald Trump announced a 1% interest-rate reduction for federal student-loan borrowers who enroll in autopay by September 30. Borrowers already in autopay receive an additional 0.75 percentage point reduction, with benefits lasting until June 30, 2028. The policy aims to encourage timely repayments and improve the federal loan portfolio's health.
- Millions of student loan borrowers on SAVE plan will soon need to find a new repayment option
More than 7 million borrowers will need to find a new repayment option for their federal student loans as the current SAVE plan is set to expire. The new plan they choose may also disappear quickly, adding uncertainty for borrowers.
- Millions of student loan borrowers on SAVE plan will soon need to find a new repayment option
More than 7 million borrowers on the SAVE plan will need to find a new federal student loan repayment option, as their current plan may soon be replaced. The new repayment plan they choose could also be short-lived.
- I’m a university president. Trump is right to make colleges deliver for students
The Trump administration's Department of Education proposed a new accountability system requiring colleges to prove graduates earn more than high school graduates to maintain federal funding. The policy aims to address rising tuition costs and student debt by tying financial aid to workforce readiness, supported by Southeastern University's president as a necessary reset for higher education.