Federal student loan rates have hit a record high. Here's how to know if a private loan is the better choice for you.

Federal vs. private student loans both come with pros and cons. Federal student loans may offer more protection, but private can be more flexible. Keep reading.

Consolidating federal and private loans can result in a lower interest rate or monthly payment, but be aware that you may ...

With the cost of tuition, fees, housing, books and more, most college students depend on loans to finance their education. Among bachelor's degree recipients in the 2019-2020 academic year, 61% ...

The vast majority of students need to borrow money to pay for college. Here's how to get a student loan, so you can begin earning your degree.

President Donald Trump is reshaping a student loan cancellation program into what some fear will become a tool for political retribution, taking aim at organizations that serve immigrants and ...

What you should know (and do) if your federal student loans are in default The Trump administration announced that collections will resume on federal student loans in default on May 5.

Federal student loan borrowers in default will face collections starting May 5. Collections may include garnishing wages, tax refunds and social security benefits.

Defaulted student loan borrowers will need to come up with a plan in the next few weeks as the Trump administration plans to restart involuntary collections for those who have missed payments.

Cracks are starting to appear in the federal financial aid apparatus after the Trump administration imposed sweeping staff cuts at the Education Department last month.