Subsidized and unsubsidized federal student loans differ based on who pays interest while you’re in school, and come with different limits ...

Student loan types can be confusing, and choosing poorly can cost thousands of dollars over a career. I focus here on seven major options and the smarter alternatives that recent reporting highlights, ...

As students and families prepare for college costs in 2026, navigating the maze of student loans remains one of the most ...

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 25: U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) speaks during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol Building on September 25, 2025 in Washington, DC. Jeffries spoke ...

After an entire year, Congress has failed to come up with a plan that would prevent government-funded Stafford subsidized student loan interest rates from doubling — effective Monday. Though the lack ...

A government shutdown on Wednesday could have the potential to disrupt a multitude of federal activities — but people with student loans are expected to continue making their repayments, according to ...

Elizabeth Guevara is a personal finance reporter who explains the world of business and economics and how it impacts your ...

WASHINGTON — As a federal government shutdown begins Oct. 1, millions of student loan borrowers may be wondering how the funding lapse could affect their payments and services. The short answer: Keep ...

Learn about the pros and cons of private and federal student loans.

The Trump administration is exploring whether to sell the federal government’s massive student debt portfolio to private companies, raising questions about what the move could mean for student loan ...